35+ Pumpkin Recipes for Fall
From cozy soups and savory skillet dinners to decadent cakes and no-churn ice cream, this collection celebrates pumpkin in every delicious form. Whether you’re planning a holiday feast, a casual gathering, or just craving a taste of fall, these pumpkin recipes have you covered!
Get ready to embrace the season with these easy, crowd-pleasing pumpkin recipes! We love so many of these recipes to share during this beautiful time of year!
Savory Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin
A thick, creamy soup made with pantry staples and ready in just 20 minutes. Warm spices and a touch of maple syrup bring a cozy fall flavor to every spoonful.
Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes
Classic mashed potatoes get a seasonal upgrade with pumpkin puree and cream cheese. These creamy, fluffy spuds are the perfect Thanksgiving side dish.
Pumpkin Biscuits
Flaky, tender biscuits made with pumpkin and cream cheese. Serve them warm with butter and honey for breakfast or alongside any fall dinner.
Skillet Lamb Pumpkin Lasagna
A show-stopping skillet lasagna layered with ground lamb, eggplant, and a rich pumpkin cream sauce. Impressive enough for guests; made in one pan.
Pumpkin Shrimp Curry
Succulent shrimp simmered in a fragrant coconut-pumpkin curry sauce with warm spices. Serve over rice for an easy weeknight dinner with Thai-inspired flavors.
Pumpkin Turkey Chili
A hearty, healthy chili packed with ground turkey, beans, corn, and pumpkin. The pumpkin adds creaminess and depth without overpowering the classic chili flavors.
Pumpkin Hummus
Creamy homemade hummus with pumpkin puree, tahini, and a hint of maple syrup. Perfect for fall snacking with crackers, veggies, or pita bread.
Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
Bowtie pasta tossed in a velvety pumpkin sauce with savory sausage and Asiago cheese. A comforting one-pot dinner that proves pumpkin belongs at the table year-round.
Chicken Pumpkin Bake
A savory soufflé-style casserole with chicken, pumpkin, and ricotta cheese. Served with a luxurious herbed cream sauce, it’s an elegant make-ahead dinner.
Sweet Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
Soft, fluffy sugar cookies with pumpkin spice and a sweet glaze drizzle. The bottom-of-a-glass trick makes them perfectly round every time.
Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
Moist muffins studded with tart cranberries and warm pumpkin spices. A perfect grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack for fall.
Pumpkin Poke Cake
A moist pumpkin cake poked and filled with creamy goodness, then topped with whipped frosting. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Pumpkin Waffles
Crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside waffles with pumpkin flavor in every bite. Top with maple syrup and whipped cream for a cozy fall breakfast.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cake
A decadent layer cake with cheesecake filling and pumpkin cake layers. The ultimate fall dessert for special occasions.
Banana Pumpkin Cookies
Soft cookies combining the best of banana bread and pumpkin spice. A delicious way to use up ripe bananas during fall baking season.
Pumpkin Gingersnap Crunch Parfaits
Layered parfaits with creamy pumpkin filling and crunchy gingersnap crumbs. An easy no-bake dessert that looks impressive in individual glasses.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip
A sweet, creamy dip blending pumpkin, cream cheese, and fall spices. Serve with graham crackers, apple slices, or gingersnaps for dipping.
3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
Just three simple ingredients create moist, flavorful pumpkin muffins. The easiest fall baking recipe you’ll ever make.
Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies
Classic sugar cookies infused with pumpkin pie spice and finished with a sweet glaze. Soft, chewy, and perfect for holiday cookie platters.
Pumpkin Butter Cake
A rich, buttery cake with pumpkin flavor and a tender crumb. Simple to make and delicious with coffee or tea.
Mini Pecan and Pumpkin Tarts
Bite-sized tarts combining pumpkin filling with a pecan topping. Perfect individual desserts for Thanksgiving or fall gatherings.
Pumpkin Banana Bread Muffins
A mashup of banana bread and pumpkin muffins in portable form. Moist, flavorful, and great for breakfast on the go.
Pumpkin No-Churn Ice Cream
Creamy pumpkin ice cream made without an ice cream maker. Just mix, freeze, and scoop for a homemade frozen treat.
Baked Egg Nog Pumpkin French Toast
A make-ahead breakfast casserole with pumpkin, eggnog, and French bread. Baked until golden and perfect for holiday mornings.
Pumpkin Bread with Sour Cream
Extra moist pumpkin bread thanks to the addition of sour cream. A classic fall quick bread that freezes beautifully.
Double Pumpkin Ice Cream Sandwiches
Pumpkin ice cream sandwiched between two pumpkin cookies. A frozen treat that doubles down on fall flavor.
Pumpkin Chocolate Cream Cheese Cake
A layered dessert with pumpkin cake, chocolate, and cream cheese frosting. Rich, decadent, and perfect for chocolate-pumpkin lovers.
Pumpkin Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake
A pumpkin twist on the classic Texas sheet cake with chocolate frosting. Feeds a crowd and travels well for potlucks.
Pumpkin Spice Flourless Chocolate Cake
A rich, fudgy chocolate cake with pumpkin spice and no flour needed. Naturally gluten-free and incredibly decadent.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Banana bread meets pumpkin and chocolate chips in this moist, flavorful loaf. A triple threat of deliciousness.
Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting
Classic pumpkin bread topped with tangy cream cheese frosting. The frosting takes this fall favorite to dessert territory.
Pumpkin Cake
A simple, moist pumpkin cake perfect for any fall occasion. Easy to make and always a hit with family and friends.
Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream Pie
A frozen dessert with a nutty gingersnap-pecan crust and creamy pumpkin ice cream filling. Make it ahead and pull it out when you’re ready to serve.
Pumpkin Cake with Maple Frosting
Light, fluffy pumpkin cake topped with maple cream cheese frosting. An elegant fall dessert that’s perfect for dinner parties.
Easy Maple Ice Cream
A no-churn ice cream with maple and pumpkin pie spice. Ready in minutes and perfect alongside any fall dessert.
Pumpkin-Inspired Snacks
Pumpkin Butter Board
A seasonal take on the butter board trend featuring homemade pumpkin butter with cream cheese. Serve with cookies, nuts, and fruit for a stunning fall appetizer.
Pumpkin Spice Taco Board
Ground beef seasoned with pumpkin pie spice served taco-board style with all the toppings. A fun, casual dinner spread for fall gatherings.
Pumpkin Spice Chex Party Mix Board
Homemade pumpkin spice Chex mix arranged on a board with dipping sauces, fruit, and cookies. An easy, make-ahead snack for holiday entertaining.
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