Think outside the box when it's time for pumpkin recipes! Sure, there's pumpkin pie—but pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin curry, and pumpkin soup might just surprise you as new favorites. From dinner to dessert, healthy to indulgent, quick to time-consuming, these are the pumpkin recipes you should be making this holiday season. You'll never be searching for what to make with pumpkin again!
Pumpkin Spice Latte Pie
You know that coffee flavor that lulls you into a long drive-through line every October? We've captured its essence in pie form. Incredibly creamy, this rich spiced pumpkin pie features 3 ounces of brewed espresso for a pick-me-up that comes courtesy of a fork instead of a cup. Like any good latte, this pumpkin pie recipe is best when topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pumpkin Cookies
Pumpkin pie is going to have to take a backseat, because there are other pumpkin desserts that are just as tasty. Classic flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg enhance these soft pumpkin cookies. Topped with homemade frosting and a sprinkling of cinnamon, the pumpkin desserts become even more indulgent.
Caramel Cream Pumpkin Pie
Whipped cream is a thing of the past—we're topping our pumpkin desserts with sky-high meringue now! Yep, there's a creamy, caramely pumpkin pie recipe underneath those dollops of whipped-high meringue, too. Though you can always substitute a purchased piecrust, our light and crumbly homemade crust complements the fall dessert flawlessly.
Pumpkin-Chocolate Chunk Cookies
This is your basic chewy chocolate chip cookie—enhanced with canned pumpkin. Every bite of the fall cookie is as lush as you're imagining. Once you taste this delicious pumpkin dessert, pumpkin cookies might replace pumpkin pie in your heart forever.
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
This recipe is proof that pumpkin dinner recipes should be a year-round staple. Comfort-food staple macaroni and cheese has never had it this good. Canned pumpkin, Fontina cheese, and chopped walnuts enhance the gooey dinnertime favorite. Once you taste this savory pumpkin recipe, you'll be wondering why you never added pumpkin to mac and cheese before!
Pumpkin Soup with Lentils
In just 45 minutes, you'll have a warm, savory pumpkin recipe ready to spoon up. This pumpkin soup is hearty, healthy, and vegetarian. What more could you ask for from a delicious pumpkin dinner?
Pumpkin Bars
Super-moist, super-shareable pumpkin bars are a classic. After all, when it comes to pumpkin desserts, they're almost as traditional pumpkin pie! Bookmark this recipe to come back to each year—trust us, you'll want to keep it handy.
Spiced Pumpkin Donuts
Pumpkin breakfast, or pumpkin dessert? We'll let you decide! Old-fashioned pumpkin donuts coated in sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon are sure to become a holiday brunch favorite. At just 35 minutes of prep time, these pumpkin desserts are worth the cool-time wait.
Pumpkin-Pecan Tassies
Can't decide between pecan and pumpkin pie? Go mini with these teeny-weeny pumpkin pie wannabes. A muffin tin subs for a pie pan, while the filling—canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, pecans, and brown sugar—sticks to tradition.
Marbled Chocolate-Pumpkin Brownies
Pumpkin desserts go great with chocolate (but you probably already knew that). Add a layer to your brownie baking with a cream cheese-pumpkin batter. A crunchy sprinkling of walnuts tops this rich pumpkin dessert.
Dulce de Leche Pumpkin Pie with Hazelnut Crust
With two layers of sweet pie perfection, this pumpkin pie recipe is made extra special from an infusion of dulce de leche and rich hazelnuts. The layer of dulce de leche is almost like cheesecake, making this pumpkin pie super rich and delicious. Fall has arrived, and we couldn't be happier!
Macaroni Alfredo with Pumpkin and Kale
Canned pumpkin gives our homemade white wine Alfredo a fabulous fall twist. Best of all, the loads of vitamins and protein in this savory pumpkin recipe let you nosh on pasta guilt-free. Proving pumpkin is just as good any other pasta sauce, you'll definitely want to add this dish to your list of must-try pumpkin dinner recipes.
Pumpkin Pancakes
Flapjacks and fall were made for each other, and having pumpkin for breakfast makes this recipe completely irresistible. Start the day with the sweet aroma of pumpkin batter sizzling on the skillet. Top with toasted pumpkin seeds for extra fall flair.
Coconut-Pumpkin Soup
Yep, savory pumpkin recipes can get spicy, too! Fresh ingredients like jalapeno chile pepper and cilantro brighten this Thai-inspired pumpkin soup. Serve it as a cozy starter, or add shredded chicken or steamed shrimp to make it a meal.
Pumpkin Angel Food Cake
From-a-box angel food cake gets all dressed up just in time for the holidays. Turn the classic cake into a yummy pumpkin dessert with canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and orange juice. Once you're through, no one will ever guess this pumpkin dessert started with a boxed cake mix!
Traditional Pumpkin Pie
There's nothing wrong with a classic, and this pumpkin pie recipe is a holiday staple for a reason. Canned pumpkin means prep time is just 25 minutes. Nothing will ever be able to completely outshine traditional pumpkin pie!
Pumpkin Latte Coffee Cake
Everything you love about the latte but in a sweet breakfast-ready cake. There are so many good things going on. A cream cheese filling, oat streusel topping, and coffee drizzle set this pumpkin breakfast recipe apart from the rest.
Pumpkin-Chai Cheesecake
Tired of pumpkin pie? Try serving up slices of this pumpkin cheesecake recipe. It's flavored with cardamom and served with a fluffy pumpkin spice whipped cream. As one BHG home cook shares, "I got plenty of compliments and people asking for the recipe!"
Pumpkin Pull-Apart Loaf
Part bread and part dessert, this pumpkin recipe is topped with a creamy cinnamon glaze. The key to creating the perfect pull-apart texture is layering the dough into the pan. They're optional but we highly recommend adding toasted pecans to the top.
Toffee-Pumpkin Pie Bars
This pumpkin dessert recipe is perfect for bringing to fall parties and potlucks. Baked in a 13x9 pan, this big-batch recipe is studded with sweet toffee pieces and serves 32. Just before serving, drizzle the bars with caramel syrup.
Pumpkin-Cookie Butter Swirl Buns
We can't decide what we love most about this pumpkin cinnamon roll recipe. It might be the pillowy pumpkin dough or the cookie butter frosting. Either way, these pumpkin spiced buns are the ultimate fall brunch recipe.
Baked Ziti with Sausage and Pumpkin Tomato Sauce
What does pumpkin add to this cheesy pasta bake? A subtle sweetness and creaminess that's the perfect match for spicy sausage and garlic. Want to add a little more heat? One reviewer recommends topping the finished dish with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Bundt Cake with Whipped Cream
This pumpkin dessert recipe gets bold coffee flavor from espresso powder in the batter. Swirl it with cocoa and top with a scoop of fluffy whipped cream. As one BHG home cook shared, "My husband and I love this Bundt cake! Other reviewers are right, it is not super sweet, but I actually really appreciate that. It's definitely more like a tea bread, and the pumpkin spice flavors are really nice. I do taste the espresso, but it is more subtle than the spices."
Pumpkin Bread
If you need a go-to pumpkin bread recipe, look no further! Our recipe has been tested and retested until it's pretty much foolproof. As one BHG home cook raves, "The best pumpkin bread. Easy to substitute with gluten-free flour. Also used an egg substitute with excellent results."
Cardamom Pumpkin Pie
Switch things up this year and try our cardamom-flavored pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. You won't be disappointed. In addition to the fragrant spice, the pie gets bold flavor from pistachios, bourbon, and ground ginger.
Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
Roasting pumpkin seeds is one fall tradition that we'll never skip. Make them even better by cooking them in the air fryer rather than the oven. The finished pumpkin seeds are perfectly golden-brown and crisp.
Pumpkin Dump Cake
This easy pumpkin dessert is our go-to for fall potlucks and parties. Start with a can of pumpkin and evaporated milk to make the creamy filling. Top with cake mix and pistachios before baking.
Easy Pumpkin-Roasted Red Pepper Mac and Cheese
A few pantry shortcuts help get this pumpkin recipe on the table fast. Canned pumpkin and jarred roasted red peppers help add fall flavor to a jar of purchased alfredo sauce.
Pumpkin-Sage White Cheddar Biscuits
Garnish each of these cheesy biscuits with a fresh sage leaf and a bit of cream. White cheddar adds just the right amount of rich, cheesy flavor.
Pumpkin Brandy Alexander
This creamy pumpkin cocktail is sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with plenty of pumpkin pie spice. Shake up the cocktail and strain it into a coupe glass. Add a star anise for garnish.
Five-Spice Pumpkin Bread
Put a twist on classic pumpkin bread with this easy recipe. In addition to canned pumpkin and cinnamon, we're adding 5-spice and miso for a rich depth of flavor.
Cookie Dough Pumpkin Cake
This pumpkin cake recipe is filled with gooey chocolate chip cookie dough and topped with homemade frosting. Mini chocolate chip cookies make the perfect garnish.
Pumpkin Pie Dip
This pumpkin pie fluff is our favorite fall dip. Serve the sweet spread with an assortment of cookies, graham crackers, fruit, and more.
