Is Canned Pumpkin And Pumpkin Puree The Same Thing?
Yes, canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree are often used interchangeably and are essentially the same thing. Canned pumpkin typically consists of cooked, mashed pumpkin that has been pureed and packaged in a can for convenience. It can be labeled as “100% pure pumpkin” or “pumpkin puree”. The pumpkin used for canning is often a specific type of pumpkin called a Dickinson pumpkin, which has a sweeter and less grainy texture than other varieties.