From drinks to desserts, from cookies to curries…over 50 pumpkin recipes in one place to help you plan your fall menu!
Pumpkin season is officially here! To celebrate, I’ve compiled ALL of my pumpkin recipes into one place. Y’all…I can’t believe I have THIS many pumpkin recipes! But what can I say, fall is my favorite season!
Pumpkin Ingredients Explained:
Before you get cooking or baking, it’s a good idea to know the difference between common pumpkin items that you may see in the ingredients list.
- Pumpkin Pie Filling – Pumpkin pie filling is a mixture of cooked, mashed winter squash that is blended with sweetener and spices. It may also contain thickeners, such as cornstarch or xanthan gum. Because it is pre-seasoned and ready to go, pumpkin pie filling is a convenient way to make a pumpkin pie when you’re short on time. There’s no measuring of sugar and spices and you don’t have to follow a recipe to make the filling…all you do is scoop into a pie crust and bake. However, it shouldn’t be used as a direct substitute for pumpkin puree in a recipe, as the sugar and spices may be overpowering when blended with the sweetener and spices that a recipe also calls for.
- Pumpkin Purée – Canned pumpkin puree is a cooked and mashed mixture of winter squash that is unsweetened and does not contain any added spices. Pumpkin puree may also be labeled “100% pure pumpkin” or “solid-pack pumpkin.” It is NOT the same thing as canned pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices.
- Homemade Pumpkin Puree – You can also make your own pumpkin puree by cutting a pumpkin in half, removing the seeds and strings, and roasting it in the oven until soft. Then, scoop the flesh out of the skin and into in a blender or food processor where you can blend until smooth. While homemade pumpkin puree is absolutely delicious, canned pumpkin puree is a wonderful substitute and time saver!
- Pumpkin Pie Spice – A blend of aromatic baking spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and sometimes cloves. Pumpkin pie spice is an easy way to impart the flavors of the season into everything from pies to lattes. You can also make your own pumpkin spice blend with our easy recipe below:
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice — Make your pumpkin pie spice with 4 simple pantry ingredients – it’s easy to make and is the perfect aromatic spice blend for all your fall baking!
50 Pumpkin Recipes To Make This Fall
I’ve divided the recipes into categories for easier searching and browsing:
- Pumpkin Drinks
- Pumpkin Cookies
- Pumpkin Desserts
- Healthy-ish Pumpkin Recipes
- Savory Pumpkin Recipes
- Pumpkin Inspired Recipes
Simply tap on a recipe name or photo to open the full recipe and instructions. There is also a handy table of contents you can use to jump between categories:
Pumpkin Drink Recipes
Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew — Enjoy fall flavors with this easy Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew copycat recipe you can make at home with just a few simple ingredients!
Pumpkin Pie Martini Recipe — Thanksgiving dessert in a glass! This pumpkin pie martini is a rich and creamy fall cocktail that tastes just like the real thing and looks beautiful too!
Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte & Coffee Creamer — A guilt-free version of everyone’s favorite Fall treat! This Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe is made with real pumpkin, dairy-free and sugar-free! Only 1g net carbs per serving!
Harry Potter’s Pumpkin Butterbeer — Recreate this delicious recipe right out of the Harry Potter books…with a little extra something for pumpkin season!
Pumpkin Cookie Recipes
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies with Cinnamon Icing — These Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are the ultimate fall cookie! Soft and chewy, with a sweet cinnamon glaze, they will surely be your new favorite!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies — These decadent pumpkin cheesecake cookies taste just like a homemade pumpkin cheesecake, in handheld form, with chewy pumpkin spice cookie dough wrapped around a creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling. It’s fall in every bite!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies – Soft-baked pumpkin cookies loaded with chocolate chips. A fall staple!
Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing — An aromatic blend of real pumpkin and fall baking spices, topped with a luscious cream cheese icing — these soft pumpkin cookies are the ultimate fall treat!
2-Ingredient Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies — These pumpkin cake mix cookies are soft, pillowy, and packed with pumpkin spice flavor! An easy one-bowl recipe with just 2 ingredients!
Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Cookies — Add a fall twist to the classic peanut butter cookie recipe! You’ll want to savor every bite of these Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Cookies!
Pumpkin Dessert Recipes
No Bake Pumpkin Pie – This no bake pumpkin pie is smooth, creamy, and perfectly spiced. It tastes just like a real pumpkin pie but is totally foolproof and no oven needed! Anyone can make it!
Easy Pumpkin Pull Apart Bread with Biscuits — Layers of flaky biscuits and pumpkin pie filling. This Pumpkin Pie Pull Apart Bread is a delicious and easy fall treat!
Pumpkin Magic Cake – This is a 3-layer pumpkin dessert: pumpkin pie, moist yellow cake, and a creamy whipped frosting. This is such a fun recipe because it really does work like magic! Even though you pour the cake layer in the pan first, as the cake bakes, the pumpkin layer switches places and settles on the bottom of the pan. After you frost and slice the cake, you’ll have three perfectly formed layers of flavor!
Pumpkin Shaped Cupcakes – Not only do these cupcake look like pumpkins, they taste like them too! You won’t believe how easy it is to get this look with our frosting hack!
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Icing — These Pumpkin Cupcakes are soft, moist, and packed with festive pumpkin flavor. Topped with cream cheese icing, they’re a tasty fall treat!
Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes — Made with real pumpkin and topped with a miniature slice of pumpkin pie, these pumpkin pie cupcakes are the cutest Thanksgiving dessert ever! And of course, they’re delicious too!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip — This delicious pumpkin fluff dip tastes like pumpkin pie and is easy to whip up with just 5 minutes of prep time!
Pumpkin Pie Monkey Bread — Classic monkey bread gets a fall makeover! This Pumpkin Monkey Bread combines buttery biscuit pieces with sweet pumpkin pie filling. It’s a fun-to-eat treat that the whole family will love!
Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins – These muffins have real pumpkin baked into the batter so they are extra moist. They’re filled with sweetened cream cheese and topped with pumpkin seeds for a little extra crunch. Just like the real thing and no drive through needed!
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls — Made with real pumpkin in the dough and so soft and fluffy, these Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls will hit the spot on a crisp fall morning.
Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow – 2 ways to make this crunchy and spicy fall snack mix!
Pumpkin Bread Pudding — After you try this recipe, you’ll never buy any pre-made bread pudding again. This pumpkin bread pudding is moist and delicious and makes for a great fall treat!
Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Scones — These Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Scones are perfectly spiced and pillowy soft – enjoy this fall favorite anytime with our easy recipe!
Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting — Who can resist a sweet, spicy pumpkin sheet cake topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting? This moist and decadent cake is a must-bake for fall!
Classic Pumpkin Roll Recipe — This easy pumpkin roll recipe features a simple trick to prevent sticking and cracks so you get a perfect show-stopping dessert every time! Try this gorgeous pumpkin cream cheese roll for your next Thanksgiving dinner!
Churro Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars — An easy and delicious fall or holiday recipe will surely be a hit! These pumpkin bars feature creamy cheesecake, flaky dough, and crunchy churro topping.
Chocolate Pumpkin Sheet Cake Recipe — Moist chocolate cake topped with decadent pumpkin cream cheese frosting, this chocolate pumpkin sheet cake is a delightfully sweet fall treat!
Caramel Pumpkin Poke Cake — Moist pumpkin cake drenched with caramel and topped with a whipped cream cheese frosting — this caramel pumpkin poke cake is a fabulous fall treat!
Pumpkin French Toast Sticks — This easy Pumpkin French Toast is the ultimate fall breakfast treat: light, fluffy, and packed with pumpkin spice goodness!
EASY Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Cake — If it’s hot and you’re still craving pumpkin, this is the recipe for you! A refreshing blend of pumpkin ice cream and pumpkin cake.
Pumpkin Pie Kit Kat Poke Cake — You’ve never had a fall dessert like this! The perfect amount of pumpkin, chocolate, and a light, fluffy yellow butter cake. This Pumpkin Pie Kit Kat Poke Cake is a jaw-dropper!
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread — This Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread recipe starts with fresh pumpkin puree, making it moist. Easy to make and tastes even better than the original Starbucks pumpkin loaf!
Layered Chocolate Pumpkin Cake — A truly show-stopping dessert! This Layered Chocolate Pumpkin Cake is perfect for fall holidays and parties or all year! Chocolate and pumpkin team up to make a delicious treat – a delicious, mouth-watering pumpkin chocolate cake recipe!
Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake with Chocolate Gingersnap Crust — Forget plain ol’ pumpkin pie! This Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake is the ultimate fall dessert! Smooth, creamy, with a hint of chocolate and spice, it is an all-around favorite at our Thanksgiving or holiday table!
Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Butter — If you love apple butter, you’ve got to try pumpkin butter this fall! Whip up a batch in the Instant Pot in about 30 minutes!
Crockpot Pumpkin Spice French Toast Casserole — The perfect (easy) Fall breakfast! This Crockpot French Toast Casserole is bursting with your favorite flavors of the season! Top it with caramel or maple syrup for a real treat!
Pumpkin Spice Cake Pops — These delicious pumpkin spice cake pops are decorated to look like cute little pumpkins! This fun fall treat is perfect for parties or classrooms!
Easy Pumpkin Pie Turnovers — These Pumpkin Pie Turnovers are the perfect Fall breakfast treat!
Cake Mix Pumpkin Bundt Cake — A perfectly moist classic pumpkin bundt cake…that’s easier than ever to make! You’ll love this foolproof Fall dessert recipe!
Instant Pot Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake – Moist pumpkin cake studded with chocolate chips…and it’s so easy to bake in the Instant Pot!
Healthy Pumpkin Recipes
Gluten free, keto-friendly, and low carb versions of your favorite pumpkin treats!
Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe — This crustless keto pumpkin pie is full of flavor and creamy texture — but only 5g net carbs per slice! It’s the perfect guilt-free holiday indulgence!
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins — Delicious, moist gluten-free chocolate chip muffins are the perfect fall breakfast treat! High fiber and a good source of protein, these gluten-free pumpkin muffins are healthy too!
Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Parfait — This healthy pumpkin pie in a glass is a healthier way to enjoy pumpkin pie.
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Cake — This Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Cake could be the best thing to happen to fall since, well… ever!
Keto Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe — Soft, chewy Keto Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are full of fall flavor…but NOT full of carbs! Enjoy the delicious combination of pumpkin spice and chocolate while keeping things low-carb!
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Streusel Muffins — You don’t have to give up baked fall goodies on a gluten-free diet! These homemade Gluten Free Pumpkin Streusel Muffins bring back the fun in holiday baking for everyone!
Fluffy Keto Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing — You’ll know pumpkin season is here when you bite into these sugar-free frosted pumpkin spice cookies! Thick, fluffy pumpkin cookies topped with a rich cream cheese icing and a hint of cinnamon — these Keto Pumpkin Cookies are a decadent tasting treat AND low carb!
Chocolate Avocado Pumpkin Cookies with Salted Caramel Chips — Combine the delicious taste of salted caramel and pumpkin into one healthier cookie recipe with this tasty, easy, healthy fall cookie.
Low Carb Chocolate & Pumpkin Spice Truffles — Cute fall dessert…check! But wait, there’s more!! Stir one of these pumpkin spice truffles into a cup of milk or coffee for a fall flavored surprise!
Savory Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin Spice Chicken Curry — You’ll love the fall flavors in this delicious pumpkin-spiced chicken curry recipe. This dish simmers in a sauce made from pumpkin spice morsels. It’s got just the right amount of sweetness, plus vegetable ingredients for a balanced meal. It sounds odd…but it really is delicious!
Pumpkin-Themed Recipes (With No Actual Pumpkin)
These pumpkin inspired recipes don’t contain actual pumpkin ingredients, but they’re so fun that they are definitely worth adding to our list!
- Easy Pumpkin Pretzels
- Halloween Pumpkin Patch Brownies (No Bake!)
- Pumpkin Puppy Chow (aka Scarecrow Snack Mix)
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