Home Dinner Ideas 35 Pumpkin Recipes to Spice Up Your Fall by rtcheriegoughOctober 14, 2021 Pixabay Search more like this bakingcream cheesehow toveganafter schoolbanana breadcomfort foodgluten freeholiday seasonice creampizza nightsimple ingredientssweet treatswhipped cream Advertisement Trending Now News Disney+’s Prices Are Increasing—Unless You Want to Watch Ads Food & Drink General Mills Is Bringing Back 4 Classic Sugar Cereals That Your Mom Never Let You Eat Viral & Trending Cat Sneaks into Family Car & Joins Their Road Trip, Becomes Instant Celebrity Viral & Trending Weatherman Discovers His Map Is a Touchscreen and His Reaction Is So Pure Celeb & Entertainment Serena Williams Announces Retirement: ‘If I Were a Guy, I Wouldn’t Be Writing This’ Advertisement Pumpkin isn’t just for lattes—at this time of year, we love incorporating the humble veggie (or is it a fruit?) into as many different recipes as we can, from savory pumpkin recipes like cheesy pasta dishes to indulgent desserts and even healthy pumpkin pie recipe. Keep reading to check out some of our favorite recipes to celebrate pumpkin season. Boulder Locavore Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte Make your own PSL at home this year! We love this simple recipe from Boulder Locavore. The trick to really getting a good mix is to use cold brew. Grab the recipe here. The View from Great Island Pumpkin Pudding Cakes If you and your crew like pumpkin pie then you’ll love these warm pumpkin pudding cakes from The View from Great Island. Topped with pecans and whipped cream, these mini soufflés are a great way to branch out from your go-to pumpkin pie this holiday season. Get the recipe here. Koti Beth Pumpkin Butter For the true pumpkin-heads out there, pumpkin butter is a dream come true. This version from Koti Beth is made with pumpkin puree, a little sweetener and spices, and tastes great spread on toast, swirled into yogurt or oatmeal, or dolloped on top of pancakes or ice cream. It also makes for a delicious edible gift around the holidays. To get the scoop on how it’s made, click here. Erhardts Eat Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip Cheesecake meets pumpkin in this genius (and super easy) recipe from Erhardts Eat. Once the dip is whipped together, your whole crew can go to town dipping sliced apples, cookies, pretzels and graham crackers. Grab the recipe by clicking here. Rhian’s Recipes Vegan Pumpkin Brownies For a little something different, try these delish vegan brownies from Rhian’s Recipes. They’re naturally sweetened with dates and are gluten-free for sensitive tummies. To grab the recipe, click here. shutterbean via flickr Cranberry Pumpkin Banana Bread This quick bread from Stress Baking is a total must for your autumn baking lineup. Pumpkin and banana make the bread extra moist, while cranberries add a nice tartness to balance it all out. Get the recipe by clicking here. Under the Willow Tree No-Churn Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Pumpkin bliss is just a few hours away, thanks to this recipe from Under the Willow Tree. It’s even vegan, so all you’ll really need is a can of coconut milk, pumpkin puree and a few spices from your pantry. Click here to get the recipe. Pinch of Yum Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Pasta Bake Sunday dinner, here we come! This pasta bake from Pinch of Yum is filled with caramelized onions, plenty of pumpkin and a healthy sprinkling of cheese. It’s sure to have everyone asking for seconds. To see the recipe, click here. Oh My Goodness Chocolate Desserts The Best Pumpkin Bars Ring in the season by making these amazing pumpkin bars from Oh My Goodness Chocolate Desserts. The bars are topped with a sweetened cream cheese mixture—delish! Click here to get the recipe. Cooktoria An Autumnal Pasta This awesome pasta dish from Cooktoria is sure to be an instant hit with your crew, thanks to its delicious sauce made with pumpkin, parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. If your kids aren’t into mushrooms, you can sub in Italian sausage. Get the recipe by clicking here. The Pretend Baker BBQ Meatballs The pumpkin in this barbecue meatball recipe from The Pretend Baker is actually quite subtle—it gives the barbecue sauce a hint of sweetness. The pumpkin-laced barbecue sauce is also added to the meatballs themselves. To get the recipe, click here. Life Made Sweeter Mac & Cheese, Please We’ve discovered the ultimate in comfort food, thanks to Life Made Sweeter. This pumpkin macaroni & cheese is perfect for chilly fall nights, and it comes together in less than 30 minutes. Click here to grab the recipe. Damn Delicious Kicked-Up Oatmeal You can’t beat a bowl of old-fashioned oats to fill hungry tummies on a crisp fall morning. This recipe from Damn Delicious will remind you how quick and easy oatmeal can be. Set toppings out the night before on the kitchen countertop and watch the breakfast magic begin as your little ones fill up on healthy fiber with a pumpkin kick. Get the recipe here. Luca Nebuloni via Flickr Penne Piled with Pumpkin Pumpkin isn’t just for sweet treats—we love incorporating it into savory dishes like this penne pasta recipe. The sweet pumpkin contrasts beautifully with the tangy goat cheese to make a drool-worthy meal. To grab the recipe, click here. Dishing Delish Pie for Breakfast If you’ve got any leftover canned pumpkin on your hands, this smoothie recipe from Dishing Delish is the perfect way to use it up. It’s the next best thing to having a slice of pumpkin pie for breakfast. To get the recipe, click here. Marco Verch via Flickr A Super Soup Let the kids help make this tasty Caribbean-inspired soup from Stir It Up by Ramin Ganeshram. It’s easy to throw together using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Click here to get the recipe. Knead to Cook Swoon-Worthy Gluten-Free Donuts Gluten-free eating can be a challenge this time of year when all the baked goodies look and smell so tempting. Pop these easy-peasy pumpkin mini donuts from Knead to Cook in the oven and your clan will clamber to your side on Sunday mornings. Get the recipe here. Jessica Spengler via Flickr Your Autumn Munchies After you carve your pumpkins, don’t throw out the seeds! It’s so easy to make roasted pumpkin seeds, and they’re sure to be a family favorite, whether they’re sprinkled on a salad or packed in lunches. To get all the details, click here. Celebrating Sweets Muffins for Your Minions They’ll love a sweet muffin surprise in their snack bag. You’ll love that these beauties from Celebrating Sweets are filled with apples, carrots, pumpkin and flaxseed and topped with delicious cream cheese frosting if you please. Make a double batch and freeze half so kids can grab and go in a pinch as the busy holiday season arrives. Click here for the recipe. Jane Maynard Pizza Night with a Twist You’ll use a real pumpkin to pull this one-off, but no worries! Mom of three and food blogger Jane of This Week For Dinner always has busy parents in mind with her recipes. Try her great kitchen tricks to make the prep easy. Pizza night just got a whole lot more interesting! Get the recipe here. Crazy for Crust Gooey Pumpkin Perfection Haven’t tried the pumpkin and chocolate combo craze yet? Go! Get in the kitchen … now! We promise you’ll be stuck on these Pumpkin Nutella Cookie Bars from Crazy for Crust this fall. Serve ’em warm and ooey-gooey with a tall glass of milk. Get the how-to here and get baking! Thriving Home Blog We Love a Latte Hosting a holiday party this year? You’ll love how this easy, delicious Pumpkin Spiced Latte from Thriving Home Blog fills your house with that I’ve-been-baking-all-day smell. All you need is a Crock Pot and a few ingredients, nothing artificial here. Get the recipe. This Healthy Table Pumpkin Cookies with a Healthy Twist You don’t have to feel guilty about whipping up a batch of these cookies from This Healthy Table. Made with oats and whole wheat flour, they’re a little healthier than your average sweet treat. An optional powdered sugar drizzle gives them some extra oomph. Get the recipe by clicking here. Tatertots & Jello Take the Chill Out of Fall Is there anything as easy and warming as a bowl of chili? This award-winning chili from Tatertots & Jello has a hint of pumpkin sweetness that sings in your mouth. Just brown the meat and onions, dump ingredients in the slow cooker and voila! Dinner is done! Try milder spices to please budding taste buds, or make this one when hosting. Football and chili anyone? Get the recipe here. Friday Is Cake Night Yummy Pumpkin Blondies We can’t resist a blondie, and this pumpkin version from Friday Is Cake Night is sure to be an instant hit with your crew. The one-bowl recipe is a breeze to make, and you can round up the kids to do the mixing. Click here to get the recipe. Taste and Tell Comfort Food in a Pinch Start with a package of frozen ravioli. Stir together a few simple ingredients to make a decadent sauce. The smooth, rich flavors of this ravioli with pumpkin alfredo from Taste and Tell come together so quickly, you’ll wish you’d invited company over for dinner. Get the recipe here. Anya’s Eats The Nuttiest Treat of All Peanut butter cup fans, take note. This fun twist on the classic from Anya’s Eats is surprisingly easy to make. And with a mix of almond butter, pumpkin and spices, it’s perfect for fall. To snag the recipe, click here. No. 2 Pencil Pancakes They’ll Flip For Everyone deserves dessert for breakfast sometimes! The yummy combo of pumpkin, cinnamon and icing will transform Saturday morning into a celebration. Serve Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes from Number 2 Pencil with warm maple syrup or drizzled cream cheese glaze. Yum! Click here to get the how-to and get flipping. My Life Cookbook Skip the Crust For an after-school snack that satisfies a sweet tooth without being unhealthy, you’ve got to try this pumpkin pie pudding from My Life Cookbook. It comes together in the blender in less than 10 minutes and tastes great topped with coconut cream or whipped cream. Find out how it’s made by clicking here. Tasty Kitchen A Classic They’ll Fall For Breakfast time, lunchtime, or snack time—anytime is the right time to savor a perfect slice of pumpkin bread. Our freezer-friendly recipe serves up some zing with all the festive fall flavors of nutmeg, cloves and ginger. Frugal Foodie Mama One Minute, Pumpkin You have all the ingredients in the house right now. Savor a sweet treat just for mom and dad after the kids go to bed, or have kitchen sidekicks help put these together for an after-school play date. Just a minute in the microwave and dessert is served! Click here to get the recipe from The Frugal Foodie Mama. Toddler Cafe A Pocket Full of Pumpkin What kid doesn’t love pasta? These easy-to-make pasta pockets start with store-bought wonton wrappers and end with butter, parmesan and smiles. Try this recipe from The Playful Pantry as a unique way to use up that can of pumpkin and add a nutritious twist to their usual pasta plate. Cathleen via A Taste of Madness Easy Peasy Pumpkin Pie Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin pie, right? Thanks to Cathleen at A Taste of Madness, you’re only 5 simple ingredients away from enjoying a slice of this delicious and super easy pumpkin pie. She breaks down the how-to here. Sara via Bitz N Giggles Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins These yummy muffins from Sara at Bitz N Giggles are pulling double-duty: you can enjoy them for breakfast or dessert! (Or both, we won’t tell.) Check out the recipe and get the steps here. Kristine via Kristine’s Kitchen Pumpkin Bread When you’ve had your fair share (and then some) of homemade banana bread, and you want to switch things up, check out Kristine’s Kitchen for her awesome pumpkin bread recipe! The best part? It’s sneakily healthy! Get the recipe here. — Susie Foresman & Cherie GoughFeature photo: Congerdesigns via Pixabay RELATED STORIES:Do You REALLY Love Your PSL? 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