BEST Pumpkin Recipes

These are the best pumpkin recipes to welcome fall. From sweet pumpkin cookies and pies to savory pumpkin soup, seasonal dishes will help you celebrate autumn’s flavors.

Need more seasonal recipes? Try these apple desserts, best Thanksgiving side dishes and these easy hors d’oeuvres recipes.

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Favorite Pumpkin Recipes

Fall is finally here, which means I’m craving ALL things apple, soup recipes and delicious pumpkin recipes. I am obsessed with all of the warm fall flavors and get in the baking mood as soon as the cooler weather hits. I just love this time of year!

There is something so ridiculously delicious and comforting about the taste of pumpkin in the fall and I’ve honestly been waiting not-so-patiently for the moment when I could start using pumpkin pie spice in my baking.

The time has come and to fuel my fall baking, I’ve rounded up this amazing list of my favorite pumpkin recipes that are easy, delicious and full of pumpkin flavor. Most of these are pumpkin desserts, because let’s be honest, they are the best! But you can’t forget breakfast and savory pumpkin recipes too!

Pumpkin Puree vs. Pumpkin Pie Filling

As you glance through pumpkin recipes you may see a variety of ways that pumpkin as an ingredient is listed! Here is the difference between raw pumpkin, canned pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling.

• Raw pumpkin. This is fresh pumpkin squash! Most recipes won’t call for this as it is easier to work with pumpkin puree.
• Pumpkin puree. This refers to cooked pumpkin that is cooked and pureed. You can make your own pumpkin puree or buy it canned in the baking aisle. Unflavored pumpkin puree is most often called for in pumpkin recipes.
• Pumpkin pie filling. This is sweetened pumpkin puree that also includes pumpkin spices. Read labels when shopping so you don’t accidentally pick up pumpkin pie filling when you need plain pumpkin puree!

Best Pumpkin Cookie Recipes

One of my favorite things to bake are cookies, so you better believe I have a bunch of delicious pumpkin recipes that are cookies in my arsenal. Top with frosting or add in chocolate chips for a sweet treat!

• Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies: A autumn twist on my easy oatmeal cookies!
• Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting: Cake-like cookies with delicious cream cheese frosting melt-in-your-mouth.
• Pumpkin Cookies with Caramel Icing: You will love how pumpkin and caramel are the perfect match!
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies: With over 480 5-star ratings, you have to try these!
• Best Pumpkin Bars: Similar to my cookies but easy to feed a crowd!
• Pumpkin Snickerdoodles: If snickerdoodle cookies are your favorite, you will love this fall twist on them.
• Pumpkin Blondies: A dense cookie bar with chocolate chips and perfect for pumpkin dessert season!
• Pumpkin Whoopie Pies: Two soft pumpkin cookies sandwiched with frosting makes these a favorite for lunch boxes!
• Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix: I love the ease of cake mix cookies and these ones satisfy cookie cravings in a pinch!
• Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies: When you crave an oatmeal cookie and chocolate chip cookie but always want it to be a fall dessert with pumpkin!
• Pumpkin Pie Bars with Shortbread Crust: Easier than pie with the best shortbread buttery crust.
• Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars: One of my favorite fall pumpkin desserts to serve that is so simple to make!

Best Pumpkin Cake Recipes

Nothing beats a warm slice of pumpkin cake with a scoop of easy homemade ice cream and some caramel sauce. And if you’re not in the mood for something warm, pumpkin cupcake recipes taste delicious, too!

• Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Streusel Topping: Pumpkin spiced soft cake with a streusel topping and glaze makes this perfect for brunch!
• Pumpkin Bundt Cake: A moist, dense bundt cake may be retro but it’s always a classic favorite!
• Easy Pumpkin Cake: This cake has lots of pumpkin flavor and is topped with a pumpkin spiced cream cheese frosting!
• Pumpkin Dump Cake: A fall twist on my favorite dump cake recipe!
• Pumpkin Crunch Cake: Similar to a dump cake but with an even more gooey texture with crunch from pecans.
• Best Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe: An elegant dessert with a gingersnap crust that is perfect for serving guests!
• Pumpkin Roll: Filled with cream cheese and rolled up, this cake never gets old!
• Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes: The perfect fall treat for fall birthday parties or classroom events.
• Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake: When I need a bite-sized dessert for fall, this is the recipe I reach for to make!

Best Pumpkin Bread Recipes

There’s not a fall season that passes where I don’t make some sort of pumpkin bread or muffins. These pumpkin recipes are great to make one to enjoy and then freeze another for later.

• Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread: The thick cream cheese swirl makes this pumpkin loaf so good!
• Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe: Soft, moist pumpkin bread is simply the best for any fall occasion!
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread: Chocolate chips make everything better even during pumpkin season!
• Pumpkin Banana Bread: Two favorite breads in one!
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins: A family favorite for morning breakfast on-the-go!
• Pumpkin Muffins with a Cake Mix: You only need two ingredients for this easy recipe!
• Pumpkin Crumb Muffins: A crumble topping is always the perfect topping for any baked good!
• Easy Pumpkin Muffins: Soft, fluffy and perfect pumpkin flavor in every bite.
• Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe. Swirled with cream cheese, these pumpkin spiced muffins are a rich breakfast treat!

Best Pumpkin Dessert Recipes

If you know me, you know easy dessert recipes are my kind of thing. So of course I’m going to give you guys some of my favorites including a few no-bake desserts, which makes them even easier!

• Pumpkin Lasagna Dessert: If you love my chocolate lasagna, this version is perfect for fall!
• Easy Pumpkin Pie Recipe: A classic Thanksgiving menu item that makes the dessert table complete!
• Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip: A quick and easy dessert dip for fall!
• Pumpkin Crisp: If you are a fan of apple crisp, you will love it with pumpkin!
• Mini Pumpkin Pies: I love this bite-sized dessert when serving a smaller holiday crowd.

Pumpkin Recipes with Pumpkin for Breakfast

Dig in with any of these delicious recipes on a cool fall morning. Don’t forget to add a drizzle of cinnamon syrup on top of the pancakes and waffles.

• Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls: Waking up to these is heavenly on a fall morning!
• Pumpkin Pancakes: Drizzle with homemade maple syrup for an autumn breakfast that will earn rave reviews!
• Easy Pumpkin Waffles: Plenty of pumpkin spice flavor is every bite of these waffles.
• Pumpkin Spice Scones: For scones fans, these are not to be missed.
• Pumpkin Crepes: Just as easy as my crepe recipe, this version is upgraded for fall.

Savory Pumpkin Recipes

Pumpkin also tastes delicious in savory recipes, too! It adds a hearty texture and pairs well with so many different spices. From the best pumpkin soup recipes to pumpkin seeds, these are so enjoyable!

• Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin: Creamy and ready in under 30 minutes!
• One Pot Pumpkin Chili Recipe: Adding pumpkin to chili gives it a hearty texture and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice adds warm flavor!
• Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: The best way to roast your pumpkin seeds after a night of carving!

Full List of the Best Pumpkin Recipes for Fall