20 Perfectly Pumpkin Recipes

By Jennifer A. • Nov 08, 2024

From sweet treats to savory meals, the delightful flavor of pumpkin is delightful in various recipes! Check out these 20 Pumpkin Recipes to celebrate the fall season and one of the most beloved flavors.

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#1. Pumpkin Scones

Pumpkin-flavored everything season is the best season there is. There's pumpkin for your coffee, pumpkin for your dessert, pumpkin for your dinner, and now, there's pumpkin for your breakfast! Pumpkin Scones make sure all the courses are covered. Rise and shine with a taste of the fall! These flaky, crumbly morning treats are loaded with pumpkin spice and everything nice (which is even more rich pumpkin flavor). You think that's pumpkin-y enough? Think again. You get to enjoy not one but two layers of sugary, creamy glaze. One has more hints of vanilla, while the other has more... you guessed it, pumpkin! Pumpkin Scones will make sure you start your day off right while also ensuring you get your pumpkin fix right out of bed! Sounds like it's going to be a pretty sweet morning!

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#2. Perfect Pumpkin Brownies

Give us all the fall treats! Pumpkin-flavored, apple-flavored, we don't care! We love them all. If you're like us, then here's another one to add to your autumn-themed roster... Perfect Pumpkin Brownies! YUM. Squares of moist, crumbly bites of pumpkin-and-chocolate-infused perfection. They remind us of chocolate chip pumpkin bread but they're even more chocolatey and maybe even a tad bit sweeter... and of course, they're cut into brownie-esque shapes instead of slices. Perfect Pumpkin Brownies truly are the best pick from the patch (and by patch, we mean dessert options)!

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#3. Pumpkin Patch Muffins

Strolling through the pumpkin patch on a crisp autumn day, looking for the best pumpkin, is one of the grand traditions of the fall! Pumpkin Patch Muffins ensure that each "pumpkin" is pure perfection, from first bite to last bite—you may have trouble picking just one! Sunset-golden orange, these sweet, fluffy, tender treats are enchanted with seasonal spices and just the right amount of vanilla. You can serve them for dessert or breakfast and no one will complain... but no one would think of complaining anyway, since Pumpkin Patch Muffins are just that good!

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#4. Holy Pumpkin Cannoli

Let's be honest, Autumn is really a season-long experiment to see where we can all add in more pumpkin flavor. Well, consider this experiment a success! Holy Pumpkin Cannoli adds pumpkin and pumpkin spices to the traditional tangy and creamy ricotta and mascarpone filling of a cannoli, bringing that fall wonder to each bite! Of course, no cannoli is complete without that crispy shell, the dusting of confectioners' sugar, or some chocolatey decorations at the ends, and Holy Pumpkin Cannoli does all of that, too! Another wonderful pumpkin dessert for the season!

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#5. Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate

Is it ever really too early for pumpkin? The way we see it, if all the seasonal ingredients are on the shelf, it is never too early for this Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate! So easy, so delicious... just whip together some creamy milk, divine white chocolate, rich cream, all-year-long crave-worthy pumpkin purée, and aromatic fall spices, and you have a treat that rivals any other pumpkin drink. Why wait, when Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate is an impeccable choice when it comes to that long-awaited fall flavor you crave.

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#6. Spiced Pumpkin Fritters

Nothing says fall like pumpkin flavored everything. Curb some of those cravings with these Spiced Pumpkin Fritters. A creamy spiced pumpkin purée batter is deep-fried into perfect golden-brown nuggets and served with a creamy chipotle mayonnaise that just hits the spot. Add something a little different to your pumpkin-loving menu with Spiced Pumpkin Fritters. Everyone will love them and keep asking for more!

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#7. September Cider Sangria

A delightful harvest season needs the perfect seasonal brew to make it complete! September Cider Sangria is that drink! Fruity and earthy red wine is infused with crisp apple and orange liqueur, as well as a touch of sweet maple syrup. With a hint of orange and a cinnamon-sugar rim, September Cider Sangria will captivate from the first sip!

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#8. Best Ever Pumpkin Cookie

What makes the Best Ever Pumpkin Cookie the best? After all, that's a lofty title to claim. And yet it earns it by being just the best cookie and the best pumpkin-flavored treat you could want! The cookie itself is crisp on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside, infused with the comforting autumnal warmth of pumpkin pie spices which invokes that burst of energy you get from seeing the leaves change. On top is the perfect contrast: a luscious and sweet cream cheese frosting that feels like the autumn wind brushing against you. The Best Ever Pumpkin Cookie earns its title because it serves up all the joy of the season right from your own oven. Hard to argue with that!

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#9. Pumpkin Pull-Apart Bread

Looking for the perfect pumpkin in the patch? Well, search no more. Pumpkin Pull-Apart Bread is the most perfect of them all! How so? Well, imagine a flaky, fluffy buttery biscuit that is coated in brown sugar and topped with sweet pumpkin flavor. It doesn't stop there, either. That yumminess gets even yummier thanks to a sugary cream cheese glaze smothered on top. It doesn't get much better than this! Pumpkin Pull-Apart Bread makes all your fall treat dreams a tasty reality!

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#10. Pumpkin Dessert Lasagna

Lines and lines of luscious luxury! That's the beauty of the Pumpkin Dessert Lasagna! A sandwich cookie crust topped with creamy, warming, autumn-loving pumpkin pudding and a tangy cream cheese filling. The beautiful, inviting stripes of scrumptious sweetness will make you feel the magic of fall even in the depths of winter or in the heat of summer! Pumpkin Dessert Lasagna might not be lasagna in the traditional sense, but it packs a powerful flavor all the same!

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#11. Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Pasta Bake

Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Pasta Bake takes the idea of a classic pasta bake and adds a sprinkling of fall festivity into each bite! Instead of tomatoes, Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Pasta Bake uses a pumpkin base for its rich, savory sauce, with notes of sage for a true holiday flavor. Seared chicken, crispy bacon, tender pasta; everything gets enhanced when coated in this pumpkin powerhouse and topped with some cheese. Falling head over heels for this bake is as easy as enjoying it!

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#12. Pumpkin Chili

Pumpkin Chili is how you bring your love of chili into the fall! The rich and warm flavors of the pumpkin blend with the savory beef, creamy beans, and especially the zesty, hot spices for a dish that feels festively in-season and yet always in style! It's beefy and beautifully orange-golden, the stew that is stupefyingly satisfying! It's Pumpkin Chili! Happy Fall!

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#13. Turkey Trot Sangria

Get into the Turkey Day spirit with Turkey Trot Sangria! A refreshing blend of crisp white wine, warmly-spiced apple cider, and beloved brandy, this party punch is balanced with the festive fall flavors of pumpkin butter and smoky maple syrup. Fresh Honeycrisp apples, juicy oranges, tart pomegranate arils, and a hint of cinnamon all infuse the brew with that true fall sangria feeling. A splash of ginger beer adds a delightful bite and fizz, making Turkey Trot Sangria the perfect drink for toasting to a fun-filled Thanksgiving!

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#14. Punkin Chicken

Since this is the season of "put pumpkin into everything," it's the perfect time to bring pumpkin to the slow-cooked, welcome-home-after-a-long-day meal of your dreams! Punkin Chicken uses the autumnal flavor of pumpkin to accent a delicious, tender chicken dish bursting with floral-sweet apricot flavor and warming seasonal spices. Savory, vibrant, and easy to whip together, Punkin Chicken proves once and for all that pumpkin can improve anything! Have a bite and see for yourself!

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#15. The Ultimate Fall Pasta Bake

Is it just us, or can you never get enough coziness when the temperatures start to drop? There's truly nothing better. Well, cuddle up by the fire with your favorite soft-knit blanket and grab a bowl of The Ultimate Fall Pasta Bake: it's about to get uber cozy. This big warm bowl of bouncy pasta is covered with a thick, pumpkin-flavored sauce topped with stretchy, melty cheese. It's about as simple as you can get when it comes to making it, but it will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside as you're eating it. Make the most of the season and get nice and snuggly with The Ultimate Fall Pasta Bake.

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#16. Fall Gnocchi

Isn't it funny how the seasons take over our whole personality? Even before the first crisp autumn breeze whisps its way in, we're already decorating with those warm earthy tones and sipping on pumpkin-flavored everything. It's a real joy, honestly. Well, since we're in the mood, we might as well let the theme carry right on over into dinner with Fall Gnocchi! This savory pumpkin dish brings creamy, cheesy flavors that are warm and cozy, like the vibes you are craving, but are also a little elevated to ensure everyone is impressed. It's never too early to celebrate the season, especially when you know Fall Gnocchi is a possibility!

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#17. Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

Skip the drive-thru line — it always takes longer than you think — and enjoy the sippable sweetness of autumnal coffee at home! Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte lets you ditch the $5 drink and lets you infuse your home brew with the warm spices and creamy milk of the famous fall beverage. Topped with whipped cream for extra festiveness, Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte is perfect for walks among the changing leaves or for prepping for your apple picking trip!

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#18. Pumpkin Patch Dirt Pudding

It's that time of year again and we are just itching to go... to the table for some Pumpkin Patch Dirt Pudding, that is! Take your taste buds on a sweet trip with spoonfuls of creamy vanilla pudding layered with crumbled chocolate cookies. They're even sprinkled with cute candy pumpkins, so they're decorated and ready for some adorable fall fun! Check off one of your fall bucket list favorites with Pumpkin Patch Dirt Pudding. You'll be glad you picked this dessert!

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#19. Fall Old-Fashioned

We know the old-fashioned is typically a fall drink, but we thought we'd elevate said fall flavors just a little bit more. Raise your rocks glass to this Fall Old-Fashioned, a smooth sipper that brings hints of vanilla, oak, maple syrup, and pumpkin! Yep, that's right. Like we said, this amber-colored classic gets a slight upgrade to really embrace those beloved autumn flavors. Garnished with a citrusy orange peel, this Fall Old-Fashioned is perfect for any leaf-falling occasion!

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#20. Roasted Pumpkin Bacon Risotto

A savory side dish just waiting to be served up with chicken in cranberry sauce, roast pork, or even the Thanksgiving turkey, Roasted Pumpkin Bacon Risotto is just waiting to class up the table. The tender rice is cooked to perfection with a zesty onion and garlic spice mixture and plenty of succulent bacon for extra meatiness. The pumpkin is fragrant and autumnal, serving up just the right amount of seasonal joy to make you smile. And then it adds the almond topping for crunch and contrast! Roasted Pumpkin Bacon Risotto could give mashed potatoes a run for their money as the classic holiday side dish!

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