Pumpkin Puree vs. Pumpkin Pie Filling: What's the difference?
The pumpkin section of the canned goods aisle can be a little confusing, as canned pumpkin is a convenient ingredient that can save a lot of time and effort when making a recipe.There are some differences between pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling.
In pumpkin recipes, puree is the cooked and mashed flesh of squash.There are soft-skinned summer squash like zucchini and yellow squash, and there are hard skinned winter squash such as acorn squash and pumpkins.
Some of the squashes in canned pumpkin puree are proprietary, such as the Dickinson squash, which is owned by the Libby's brand.The standard field pumpkin is the only type of squash you won't find in a can.No matter how it's cooked or pureed, this type of squash isn't good for eating.
Pumpkin puree can be labeled as either 100% pure pumpkin, pumpkin puree, or simply "pumpkin."Pumpkin puree doesn't contain any seasonings or sugar, it's just cooked and mashed squash.Pumpkin puree and seasonings are used in most recipes.
Pumpkin puree can be used to make pies, cakes, muffins, breads, soups, and much more.You can make your own puree at home.
Pumpkin pie filling is a mixture of cooked, mashed winter squash.If you're short on time, you can use it to make pumpkin pie.The pie filling is pre-made and ready to go instead of being measured.