Thereâs not a word in the English language more synonymous with âfallâ than âpumpkin.â We spend our autumn days picking them, carving them, cooking with them, decorating with them, and turning them into our favorite seasonal lattes and pumpkin recipes. Itâs safe to say that fall just wouldnât be the same without our favorite gourd.
Itâs only right that during the fall months we take advantage of the wonderful flavors of the season. There are countless pumpkin recipes out there, and here weâve rounded up the best of the best. Plus, pumpkins pack a nutritious punch, filled with tons of nutrients and antioxidants that the body craves such as vitamins A and C. So the next time youâre at a loss for what to make for dinner, or you want to whip up a seasonal tasty treat, refer back to this list for all the inspiration you could need.
Read on for our favorite pumpkin recipes that weâll be making all fall long.
Pumpkin Drink Recipes
1. Pumpkin Caramel Macchiato
Maybe a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte isnât your thing, or simply spending $7 on coffee doesnât sound appealing to you. In that case, let us introduce this Pumpkin Caramel Macchiato recipe you can make at home!
Source: 40 Aprons
2. Honey Pumpkin Chai Latte
Be your own barista and try this simple spiced latte for a warming refreshment. With only almond milk, pumpkin purĂ©e, chai tea, and honey, itâs easy to whip up and a simple pleasure to sip on. You can experiment with various milks, too, for creamier or more coconutty alternatives.
Source: Dash of Jazz
3. Pumpkin Milkshake
Give in to your sweet tooth with exactly what it needs this fall: a pumpkin milkshake. The sweetness and spice will leave you both satisfied and wanting more.
Source: Well Plated
Sweet Pumpkin Recipes
4. Homemade Pop Tarts with Pumpkin and Brown Sugar
Whether you make these for the child in your life or your inner child, everyone will love these homemade pop tarts and want to munch on them all morning.
Source: Brown Sugar
5. Pumpkin Crumb Muffins with Cream Cheese Glaze
Not all sweets need to be saved for dessert. These pumpkin crumb muffins are the perfect way to start your day and will keep you satisfied all morning long.
Source: Host the Toast
6. Cinnamon Pecan Streusel Pumpkin Bread
Does anyone else slide the streusel off of their muffins or cakes and save it âtil the very end because, so often, itâs the best part? With this bread, while you may be inclined to do the same, this recipeâs soft and rich pumpkin-laced bread might tempt you to do otherwise!
Source: Savory Nothings
7. Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Weekday breakfast options donât have to be boring. This fall, try this pumpkin pie oatmeal that will leave everyone ready to conquer the day.
Source: Fit Foodie Finds
8. Pumpkin Spice Waffles
Pumpkin spice doesnât have to stop at your latte, folks. Spice up your weekends with this seasonal waffle recipe.
Source: Lovely Little Kitchen
9. Pumpkin Butterscotch Cookie Bars
Combining pumpkin and butterscotch instantly sparks a sweetness thatâs emblematic of fall, and these scrumptious cookie bars showcase it perfectly. They are frosted with a cream cheese and chocolate-drizzled topping for an extra heavenly treat.
Source: Skinny Taste
10. Baked Pumpkin Churros
Mix up your dessert menu this week with something a little different! Not only will your little ones love these sweet treats, but the pumpkin flavor will get everyone excited for fall.
Source: Isabel Eats
11. Earthquake Pumpkin Cake Recipe
What makes this pumpkin cake so earthquake-shaking delicious? Itâs an indulgent, gooey one that blends a pumpkin spice cake recipe with a creamy sweetened cream cheese filling. It also has a pecan and shredded coconut base layer, and suggested toppings of chocolate and butterscotch chips. If a dessert were to be rated by the intensity of the Richter scale, this one would be off the scale!
Source: Julieâs Eats & Treats
12. Pumpkin Sâmores Cookies
If you want an instant hit that the whole family will enjoy, these pumpkin sâmores cookies might become a new favorite. Besides a chewy chocolate chunk cookie that tastefully incorporates pumpkin purĂ©e, itâs nestled with attention-grabbing graham crackers, mini marshmallows, and chocolate pieces on top. So, if anyoneâs skeptical of pumpkin desserts, how could they pass on something so tantalizing?! Theyâll be pumpkin-converts in no time.
Source: A Classic Twist
13. No-Knead Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
On a crisp autumn day, biting into a freshly-made warm cinnamon roll dripping with icing is divine. Try this recipeâs spin on these beloved cinnamon treats for some added pumpkin, spice, and everything nice!
Source: Savory Nothings
14. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars
Take your love for chocolate chip baked goods to a whole new level and add the flavors of fall to make it that more special for this time of year.
Source: Whatâs Gaby Cooking
15. Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe
If you ask me, it should be illegal for fall to pass by without indulging in a pumpkin pie, and no Thanksgiving celebration would be complete without this classic fall dessert making its way to the table.
Source: Kristineâs Kitchen
16. Easy Pumpkin Empanadas
We love a unique twist on a traditional recipe, and thatâs why weâre so excited about these dessert empanadas. No one in your household will be able to resist!
Source: Isabel Eats
17. Pumpkin Pie Popsicles
Even though it might be getting a bit chilly outside, we couldnât resist including this creamy dreamy pumpkin popsicle in the mix. If you love making frozen treats, then this ode to pumpkin popsicle with warming spices, vanilla, heavy cream, and pumpkin purĂ©e is definitely for you.
Source: A Classic Twist
18. No Bake Pumpkin Energy Balls
Energy balls are my favorite healthy snack when I need an afternoon pick-me-up, and the pumpkin flavor in this recipe is an added bonus this fall.
Source: Well Plated
Savory Pumpkin Recipes
19. Pumpkin Goat Cheese Crostini
If I even hear a whisper of someone mentioning goat cheese, my ears instantly perk up. When the buttery cheese mixes with one of the best flavors of fall in this recipe, beautiful things happen.
Source: Well Plated
20. Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
This seasonal twist on the ultimate comfort food will be the perfect go-to recipe for all of the chilly months.
Source: Well Plated
21. Roasted Pumpkin Apple Soup
Of all of the reasons to love fall, soup has to be at the top of my list. This roasted pumpkin apple soup combines two of the most celebrated flavors of autumn in perfect harmony.
Source: As Easy As Apple Pie
22. Pumpkin Turkey Chili
When the temperatures drop, that can only mean one thing: chili season. With all the classic chili fixings and a sprinkle of fall flavor, this is the perfect hearty recipe for the season.
Source: Fit Foodie Finds
23. Pumpkin Curry Soup
Itâs officially cozy up on the couch season, and weâve found the perfect soup recipe to accompany your yearly Gilmore Girls viewing session.
Source: Well Plated
24. Pumpkin Biscuits
Transform regular biscuitsâwhich we already know are buttery, fluffy, melt-in-your mouth amazingâinto autumn biscuits. This recipe uses a classic biscuit recipe and adapts it to accommodate pumpkin purĂ©e. The result pairs perfectly with all kinds of soups and meals, or makes for a nourishing snack by itself. Try spreading it with cinnamon sugar butter!
Source: Bless This Mess
25. Baked Parmesan Pumpkin Fries
Fries are great anytime of the year, but these pumpkin fries will be the perfect companion for all of your dinners this fall.
Source: Wholefully
26. Pumpkin Manicotti
Pasta night just got a whole lot better! Everyone will love this pumpkin manicotti recipe from the first bite.
Source: Foodie Crush
27. Pumpkin Curry with Coconut Brown Rice
When you want a light lunch this fall, try the pumpkin curry with coconut brown rice recipe. This dish is hearty enough to keep you full until dinner time, but light enough to keep you out of that afternoon slump.
Source: Ambitious Kitchen
28. Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
One of the most coveted dishes at my familyâs Thanksgiving table is the mac and cheese. This year, I think itâs time to spice it up with this seasonal spin on the beloved dish.
Source: The Cookie Rookie
