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Make holiday prep simple by learning all about Freezing Pumpkin Pie. A freezer stash of ready to serve pie is also incredible for everyday meal prep and last-minute weeknight desserts and treats.
I am all for delicious homemade desserts…as long as they’re fast and include easy prep. That’s why learning how to freeze pumpkin pie will not only help you crush holiday cooking but simple weeknight treats too.
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Can You Freeze Pumpkin Pie?
Yes, you sure can! Pumpkin pie freezes very well, and it’s also so easy to defrost and reheat.
And now that you know you can freeze pumpkin pie, why wouldn’t you make your meal prep and holiday prep easier? This, my friends, is a no-brainer.
You may also want to check out Freezing Mashed Potatoes, How to Freeze Gravy, How to Freeze Cranberries, and all our other Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Dishes.
How to Freeze Pumpkin Pie
*I’ll walk you through it here with some photos and tips, and you’ll also find a printable recipe card at the bottom of the post with exact measurements, etc. You can also click “jump to recipe” to skip down.
The first step in freezing pumpkin pie is to decide if you’d like to freeze the pie whole, or in slices. A whole frozen pumpkin pie makes a lot of sense if you intend to serve it to a group.
Or, if you’re like me, and are the only one in your household who actually likes pumpkin pie, freezing it in slices allows for individual servings.
Regardless if you’re freezing it whole or in slices, you’ll want it to be fully cooled before you place it in the freezer. If the pie is still warm when it goes into the freezer, it will create a build-up of ice crystals. This will lead to freezer burn.
Freezing Pumpin Pie Whole
After the pie has completely cooled, press plastic wrap over the top of the pie. Freeze for 3-5 hours.
Remove it from the freezer, wrap foil around the entire pie, and then place it in a large freezer-safe plastic bag.
Freezing Pumpkin Pie Slices
Freeze individual slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Freeze for 3-5 hours.
Remove the tray from the freezer and transfer frozen slices to freezer-safe plastic bags. I can fit 6 slices of an 8-inch pie in these half-gallon reusable freezer bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! It is best to freeze a baked pumpkin pie to avoid any potential for spillage of the unbaked filling.
If wrapped correctly (see process above or printable recipe card below), a whole pumpkin pie will last for 3-6 months in the freezer. Frozen pumpkin pie slices are best enjoyed within 3-4 months.
If you froze the pie whole, you can allow it to thaw for a few hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
You can serve it chilled or reheat it in a 300˚F oven for 10-20 minutes. I recommend tenting it with foil to prevent from the top from getting burnt.
To reheat pumpkin pie slices, you can allow them to thaw for a few hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge. To reheat, microwave thawed slices for 30 seconds at a time until heated through.
Absolutely! Is there anything better than the incredible value of a Costco pumpkin pie? Nope! That being said, they are HUGE.
If you have a large standalone freezer, you can freeze the Costco pie whole. If you’re pressed for space, I recommend freezing the pie in halves or slices.
Pumpkin pie will last for 3-5 days in the fridge, but it’s really best if eaten within 2-3 days.
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Freezing Pumpkin Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
- Allow the pumpkin pie to fully cool in the fridge.
- For freezing a whole pumpkin pie, press plastic wrap over the top of the pie.
- For freezing sliced pumpkin pie, freeze individual slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Freeze for 3-5 hours.
- (whole pie) Wrap foil around the entire pie, and place it in a large freezer-safe plastic bag.
- (pie slices) Transfer frozen slices to freezer-safe plastic bags.
Notes
- If you froze the pie whole, you can allow it to thaw for a few hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
- You can serve it chilled or reheat it in a 300˚F oven for 10-20 minutes. I recommend tenting it with foil to prevent from the top from getting burnt.
- To reheat pumpkin pie slices, you can allow them to thaw for a few hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge. To reheat, microwave thawed slices for 30 seconds at a time until heated through.
- If wrapped correctly, a whole pumpkin pie will last for 3-6 months in the freezer.
- Frozen pumpkin pie slices are best enjoyed within 3-4 months.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Freezing the pie in individual slices is such a great idea! I love pumpkin pie, and tend to go hard on it in the week after Thanksgiving. Not sure why I never thought of individual portions in the freezer, but I’ll sure be doing that from now on!