Went a little pumpkin crazy and also have some fresh pumpkins leftover? Here are some bonus Halloween pumpkin recycling ideas to use those as well.

Bake a Tasty Pumpkin Loaf

If you or someone in your family has a a sweet tooth, pumpkin loaf is a very easy recipe. It has all the flavors you associate with this cozy time of year. You can find plenty of delicious recipes on pinterest. Here is one of our favourites via Krolls Korner

Make Pumpkin Jam

Pumpkin is one of the gifts that keep on giving even after Halloween. Those who love sugary food should make pumpkin jam this season.

Making this dish takes about 30 minutes. Simply put all the ingredients into a large pot and cook until you get a jam-like texture. Besides the fresh pumpkin puree (which you will find out about next), you’ll need orange juice, nutmeg, ginger, sugar, salt, cloves, and nutmeg.

Grab some pretty decorative jars and this would make a perfect fall holiday gift to your friends and family.

Make Pumpkin Puree

If you are wondering how to use your Halloween pumpkin, puree should always come to mind.

To make the puree, you will need to roast the squash for about 45-60 minutes. Then, remove the skin and mash the guts, no seeds. Once prepared, pumpkin puree can last for nearly a week in your refrigerator.

Cook Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup is a classic dish, especially great for cold winter months.

To cook this dish, you need a peeled and chopped pumpkin, onion, garlic and broth. Put all ingredients in a pot with water and boil for 15 minutes. Put them in a blender until you get a smooth and creamy soup. Season to taste and add milk or cream.

Turn Them Into Beauty Products

Do you prefer all-natural cosmetics? Are you a fan of hand-made beauty products? If so, then stop wondering what to do with pumpkins after Halloween.

You can use the leftover squash to make it into puree first. (See number No. 9 again)

Then, use the puree to make your own, eco-friendly, and natural cosmetic products.

Here are our favorite ideas to consider:

Body butter – add coconut oil to the puree, and you’ll have a smooth body butter for your next shower;
Facial mask – pumpkin puree, honey, yogurt, and brown sugar are the secret ingredients to a simple facial mask for all skin types;
Sugar scrub – mix the puree with olive oil and sugar to get a perfectly fine body scrub;
Hair mask – yogurt, honey, and puree can also be used for creating a hair mask that will make your hair shiny and healthy;
Hand lotion – mix the puree with olive oil or almond oil and honey to get a beautiful hand lotion.

If you’re reading this when Halloween has just been and gone then there’s likely pumpkins galore sat on doorsteps, waiting to be thrown away.

Collecting neighbourhood pumpkins with your family is great opportunity to teach your children a really valuable lesson about reducing waste and how they can do their bit to help the environment.

If you still need some 2021 costume inspiration, don’t forget to look at our list of the best easy last-minute Halloween costumes.

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