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We’ve collected tons of sweet and savory delicious pumpkin recipes that are just perfect for the fall season! This list has been updated for 2023 with even more amazing recipes.

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I don’t think I’ve ever met a pumpkin dish I didn’t adore. Since Thanksgiving is just around the corner, I thought I’d put together this collection of 40+ Delicious Pumpkin Recipes.

After all, you can’t have Thanksgiving without at least one pumpkin dish…. or two, or three!

Our Favorite Pumpkin Recipes

Did you know it is super simple to make your own Pumpkin Puree? It’s a cinch and then you can use it in so many amazing recipes like Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars, Crockpot Pumpkin Butter, Pumpkin French Toast Casserole, and more.

This list has something for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and snacks so you can indulge in pumpkin goodness all season long!

1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles

Close up of half a Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffle.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles

One of our most popular pumpkin recipes is for Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles which people just flip over! Don’t they look amazing?

You can make them with white chocolate or use dark chocolate. Either way, they’re delicious!

2. Down East Maine Pumpkin Bread

Close up image of downeast Maine pumpkin bread.

Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread

This quick bread never disappoints. It’s been my tried-and-true pumpkin bread recipe for the last decade!

You can even add roasted pumpkin seeds to the oat topping or the batter if you like.

3. No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups

Close up of No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups with whipped cream on top.

No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups

I adore no bake desserts and these pumpkin cheesecake cups are no exception!

It’s lusciously creamy and the perfect make-ahead recipe for Fall and Thanksgiving time.

4. Pumpkin Hot Cocoa

Creamy Pumpkin Hot Cocoa is perfect for Fall entertaining

Creamy Pumpkin Hot Cocoa

There’s something special about this hot chocolate with pumpkin spice flavor. It’s rich and creamy and the perfect drink to warm you up if you’re not a PSL fan!

This recipe is perfect for using up leftover pumpkin puree.

5. Pumpkin OREO Parfait

Close up of Pumpkin and Oreo Black Magic Parfait.

Pumpkin and Oreo Black Magic Parfait

The combination of pumpkin or chocolate OREO cookies is just delicious in this fluffy parfait.

This is a quick and easy no-bake recipe that’s fun to make with the kids.

6. Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie in a jar with whipped cream.

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

When it comes to healthy pumpkin recipes, pumpkin pie doesn’t come to mind, but this delicious smoothie does!

It’s a great source of fiber and is loaded with vitamins A, B1, B6, and C.

Of course, the whipped cream is optional! I like to add a little dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg on top.

7. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls

Pan of Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with cream cheese icing.,

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

With delicious cream cheese icing, these pumpkin spice cinnamon rolls are perfect for Fall.

They start with store-bought dough so there’s no need to worry about yeast.

8. Pumpkin Spice Puff Pastry Twists

Baked Pumpkin Spice Puff Pastry Twists on a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Pumpkin Spice Puff Pastry Twists

These quick and easy puff pastry twists are perfect for breakfast or dessert. These are great for holiday brunch, too.

I like to use the refrigerated puff pastry so I don’t have to wait for the dough to thaw.

You can serve them with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or cream cheese frosting.

9. Pumpkin French Toast Bake

Pumpkin French Toast Casserole on a white plate with a fork.

Pumpkin French Toast Bake

With cinnamon raisin bread, pumpkin butter or pumpkin pie filling, dried cranberries (optional), and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice this overnight French toast is full of Fall flavors the whole family will love!

10. Pumpkin Butterscotch Cookies

Close up of pumpkin butterscotch cookies.

Pumpkin Butterscotch Cookies

This pumpkin season, whip up a batch of pillowy soft pumpkin cookies studded with chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.

They are so delicious that you won’t be able to eat just one!

11. Pumpkin Alfredo

Pumpkin Alfredo in a skillet.

Pumpkin Alfredo from Pinch of Yum

This easy 5-ingredient recipe combines canned pumpkin puree and heavy cream with parmesan cheese and fettuccine for one of my favorite savory dishes!

Serve with a fresh salad or our sweet potato rolls for a complete meal.

12. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies on a plate with a glass of milk nearby.

Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies from Bowl Me Over

Grab some canned pumpkin purée and a box of spice cake mix for these easy 3-ingredient shortcut cookies that taste amazing.

You don’t even need a mixer! They come out soft and fluffy and are the perfect afterschool snack or after dinner treat.

More Pumpkin Cookies

13. Pumpkin Cake

Pumpkin Cake on a plate with a fork.

Pumpkin Cake from A Farmgirl’s Kitchen

This homemade pumpkin cake recipe is made in a 9×13 baking pan and topped with a sweet and crunchy mixture of pecans, sugar, butter, and cinnamon so there’s no need to make frosting.

You could also use this cake recipe to make pumpkin cupcakes if you’d like individual sweets for your guests.

14. Pumpkin Roll

Slice of Pumpkin Roll cake.

Easy Pumpkin Roll Recipe from The Farmgirl Gabs

Forget the traditional pumpkin pie and make this pumpkin sponge cake with sweet cream cheese filling this Fall!

It’s as delicious as it is impressive and a great addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table. It’s in gorgeous?!

15. Pumpkin Lasagna

Pumpkin Lasagna on a plate.

Pumpkin Lasagna from Frugal Nutrition

This amazing pumpkin lasagna is made with a rich and creamy pumpkin sauce.

It’s cheesy flavor-packed lasagna with a pumpkin twist!

More Pumpkin Pasta Dishes

16. Pumpkin Spice Latte

Pumpkin Spice Latte with whipped cream.

Pumpkin Spice Latte from Crazy for Couponing

Coffee lovers rejoice! Skip the line at your coffee shop because you can make your own PSL right at home.

This warm comforting drink can be made with dairy or non-dairy milk and tastes amazing.

17. Classic Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie from The Cagle Diaries

Pumpkin Pie from The Cagle Diaries

If you love all things pumpkin, chances are you’re a fan of pumpkin pie, right?

This recipe includes instructions for making homemade pie crust, but you could use a store-bought crust as well.

And if you need more ideas for pies, try my sweet potato pie.

More Pumpkin Pie Recipes

18. Pumpkin Waffles

Pumpkin Waffles from If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen

Pumpkin Waffles from If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen

Any day that starts with these fluffy waffles is a good day in my book!

If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice on hand, make this apple pie spice instead.

19. Pumpkin Ice Cream

Pumpkin Ice Cream in a bowl.

Pumpkin Ice Cream from There is Life After Wheat

This easy no-churn ice cream has all of the flavors of your favorite pumpkin pie but without the effort! You don’t even need an ice cream maker – how great is that?!

20. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake from Bunsen Burner Bakery

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake from Bunsen Burner Bakery

Packed with cozy autumn spices, chocolate chips, and a whole can of pumpkin, this cake is a simple and gorgeous addition to your fall get-togethers and holiday dessert table.

21. Pumpkin Soup

A hand dips a piece of buttered bread into a bowl of creamy orange soup, garnished with a swirl of cream and chopped herbs—one of many delicious pumpkin recipes perfect for cozy days.

Pumpkin Soup from Recipe Tin Eats

This pumpkin soup recipe uses a blend of just 5 easy ingredients for a creamy delicious soup that’s full of pumpkin flavor. It’s simple enough for weeknight meals, but feels special for holiday guests, too.

Serve with sour cream biscuits for the perfect Fall meal.

22. Pumpkin Cheesecake Streusel Bars

Pumpkin Cheesecake Streusel Bars

Pumpkin Cheesecake Streusel Bars from Marsha’s Baking Addiction

With two layers of creamy cheesecake (plain and pumpkin), these streusel-topped bars with cookie crust are just what every Autumn potluck needs.

Everyone will be begging for this recipe!

More Pumpkin Bar Recipes

23. Pumpkin Lush Dessert

Pumpkin Lush Dessert from Mama Gourmand

Pumpkin Lush Dessert from Mama Gourmand

With a pecan crust, this pumpkin dessert is the perfect gluten-free treat. Of course, you could make it with a graham cracker crust if you prefer.

Whipped topping, cream cheese, and, of course, canned pumpkin, come together for a rich but light dessert you can assemble in no time!

24. Pumpkin Maple Muffins

A pumpkin muffin topped with white icing and chopped nuts, with a bite taken out, sits on parchment paper—perfect inspiration for delicious pumpkin recipes.

Pumpkin Maple Muffins from Wendy Polisi

Why have ordinary pumpkin muffins when you can add a little bit of maple syrup glaze and have something really special?

The best part is that you only need 10 minutes to prep these easy muffins so you can get your pumpkin fix in no time!

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