Pumpkin Flour

Pumpkin flour is made from dried, ground pumpkin. It is a fine powder that retains the flavor and nutrients of pumpkin. The process typically involves dehydrating pumpkin flesh and then milling it into a flour.

Manufacturers use pumpkin flour to add a natural pumpkin flavor, color, and nutrients to foods. It can also act as a binder and add moisture. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies, breads, and muffins, as well as in pancake mixes and cereals.

Pumpkin flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have not specifically evaluated pumpkin flour, but pumpkin itself is a common food ingredient. At typical consumption levels found in packaged foods, it is not associated with adverse health effects.