Sous Vide Pumpkin: Temperature & Time Guide
Cutting and roasting a whole pumpkin is a chore with uneven results. Sous vide pumpkin cooks evenly and keeps its flavor — ideal for soups and pies.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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Quick comparison
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| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 | A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking. | View → |
| Instant-read meat thermometer | Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork. | View → |
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Peel and cube (sugar pumpkins work best), seal with butter and salt, cook at 183°F for 60 minutes. Puree for pie filling or soup, or caramelize cubes in a pan with maple.
FAQ
What temperature for sous vide pumpkin?
183°F (84°C) for 60 minutes — tender, sweet flesh.
Which pumpkin should I use?
Sugar pumpkins (pie pumpkins) — not carving pumpkins, which are watery and bland.
Can I make pumpkin puree this way?
Yes — cook, drain, and blend. It's smoother than oven-roasted puree.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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