53 Pumpkin Recipes You Can Make for Every Day of This Holiday Season (2024)

Glazed Pumpkin-Pecan Cakes

Pumpkin and pecan are fall favorites for a reason. These gorgeous pumpkin cakes are easy to make and tasty to eat for breakfast or dessert. Plus, when you make mini cakes, everyone gets their own individual pumpkin dessert!

Toffee Pumpkin Snack Cake

This easy pumpkin cake recipe makes a great dessert, but you can also carve off a slice for a snack. Topped with toffee pieces and cream cheese icing drizzle, you'll have no problem making sure every last crumb gets eaten. If you do have leftovers of this pumpkin dessert, you can store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Mug Cake

You're probably used to sipping your pumpkin spice lattes from a mug anyway, but you can also make a delicious pumpkin cake in the same mug! This single-serving pumpkin dessert recipe is great for a chilly fall afternoon. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and this quick pumpkin dessert will become your new go-to.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin-Parmesan Risotto

Did you know that both pumpkin and rice are naturally gluten-free? Enjoy them both in this lush side dish featuring Arborio rice, fresh sage, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Celebrate fall any night of the week with this easy pumpkin recipe. This easy risotto and other savory pumpkin recipes like it are a great way to add pumpkin to any autumn dinner.

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.

Pumpkin-Gingerbread Truffles

Pumpkin desserts always benefit from a bit of spice. In this fall recipe, gingersnaps add bite to pumpkin's laid-back flavor. Roll them together into truffle form and take two of the season's best flavors on the go. Make sure to set one (or two) aside for yourself—this pumpkin dessert will disappear fast!

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.

Quinoa-Pumpkin Seed Granola

When it's pumpkin season, every meal is fair game. Bring breakfast in on the fun with this pumpkin granola recipe that features cinnamon and dried cherries. Pumpkin seeds are just as tasty as fresh pumpkin recipes, as this creation proves!

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, Chickpea, and Red Lentil Stew

If you're looking for pumpkin dinner recipes, your search ends here! This is another savory pumpkin recipe that's sure to impress. This pumpkin soup features tomato paste, lime juice, and spices in a bowl of hearty chickpeas and lentils.

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.

Cream of Pumpkin Soup

Push pumpkin to the savory side with the addition of garlic, chicken broth, and half-and-half. Simmer together with spices for a warming mug of pumpkin soup. All you're missing is a piece of crusty bread to soak up the last few drops!

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.

Spiced Pumpkin Snaps Dog Treats

Pumpkin recipes don't have to be reserved for humans only. If Fido wants in on the pumpkin-palooza, make him these simple, natural dog treats from canned pumpkin, apple juice, oats, and honey. Woof!

Pumpkin Crescent Rolls with Honey Butter

We think savory pumpkin recipes deserve to be on the table regularly in fall! These light rolls call for canned pumpkin and can be made ahead to feed a crowd. Plus, you can serve them with pretty much any entree, so you can easily have pumpkin for dinner.

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.

Sopa de Pepitas (Pumpkin Seed Soup)

This pumpkin soup, while vegetarian, will impress even the most loyal meat-lovers. Toasted pumpkin seeds add extra flavor, plus they make a nice topper. Though this recipe doesn't have any canned or fresh pumpkin, it can still stand hold its own against other pumpkin dinner ideas.

Pumpkin Sandwich Cake

Two layers of soft pumpkin cake, a hidden center of powdered sugar-spiked cream cheese, and an outer spread of bittersweet chocolate icing. All that, plus this pumpkin dessert recipe only requires 30 minutes of hands-on time. When we think of our favorite pumpkin desserts, this cake is always on the list!

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!

Cranberry-Pumpkin Scones with Sugared Pepitas

Cranberries and pumpkin team up for a zippy scone infusion. Sugared pepitas and a powdered sugar glaze top the treats. One of our favorite pumpkin recipe ideas, these tasty scones can serve as breakfast or dessert.

Test Kitchen Tip: Leftover sugared pepitas are delicious as a snack or on salads, muffins, and cheesecake.

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.

Easy Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes

Get twice the frosting in our festive pumpkin pie cupcakes. A layer of fluffy orange-color frosting followed by a swirl of our special sweetened whipped cream heightens every luscious bite of this easy pumpkin recipe. After all, pumpkin desserts are always better with frosting!

Roasted Pumpkin, Arugula, and Dried Cherry Salad

If you want to learn how to cook with pumpkin, start here. Golden maple-glazed pumpkin creates a sensational side for any holiday spread, it's easily one of our favorite fresh pumpkin recipes. Toasted pumpkin seeds and dried cherries are sweet and savory add-ins.

Harvest Spice Smoothies

This is one pumpkin recipe you can drink instead of eat! Pumpkin makes perfect sense in a smoothie, thanks to its creamy texture. The combo of pumpkin, apricots, honey, and spice is so delicious that standard fruit smoothies will be yesterday's news. This slightly sweet, slightly savory pumpkin recipe is sure to surprise.

Pumpkin Waffles with Maple-Walnut Cream

What beats warm, freshly baked waffles in the morning? Pumpkin waffles! Made with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and—of course—canned pumpkin, this impressive pumpkin recipe is a fall must-try. It's almost like having pumpkin pie for breakfast (but a little healthier, naturally).

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

Pumpkin pie, meet cheesecake. Our simple cranberry topper lends sweet, fruity flavor to this divine pumpkin cheesecake, while the buttery gingersnap crust gives it crunchy texture. You'll never get tired of serving up this pumpkin dessert in the fall.

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.

Chocolate-Glazed Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

Crushed chocolate wafer cookies make the crust; cream cheese, canned pumpkin, and spices form the filling; and dark chocolate and whipping cream coat the top of this divinely decadent pumpkin cheesecake. This pumpkin dessert is a great way to indulge, so you might want to consider it in place of pumpkin pie for your spread of Thanksgiving desserts.

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-Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Two classic desserts—pumpkin pie and cheesecake—join forces in this luscious treat. A crisp graham cracker crust and decadent chocolate layer take this soft pumpkin recipe to top-of-the-list dessert status. Of course, it's no surprise that pumpkin pie and pumpkin cheesecake are better together!

Pumpkin Praline Muffins

Humble pumpkin muffins combine soft, rich pumpkin batter with an easy praline crunch for a grab-on-the-go fall snack. The delicious pumpkin recipe is also perfect for an indulgent breakfast or an after-dinner treat. This super-easy pumpkin recipe will also fill your home with the smells of fall baking!

Curry Pumpkin Soup

If you've never tried a pumpkin curry recipe, now's the time. This savory pumpkin dish takes just 20 minutes of prep time. Even if you're in a rush, you can still find the time to make this pumpkin dinner recipe.

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!

Spiced Pumpkin Butter

Savor pumpkin any time of year! This canning recipe combines sweet pumpkin puree and maple syrup, along with tangy lemon juice and ground ginger. Now, when you're craving pumpkin desserts and savory pumpkin recipes in the spring, you can indulge!

Apple Pumpkin Sunflower Bread

Add crunch to your classic pumpkin quick bread recipe with freshly grated apple and roasted sunflower seeds. For easier slicing, let the cake cool overnight before cutting.

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.

Spiced Pumpkin Coffee Creamer

If you can't imagine having coffee in the fall without pumpkin spice, this is the recipe for you. Skip the coffee shop and make a big batch of this homemade creamer. The recipe makes 56 servings you can stash in the fridge and enjoy any time you want.

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, Gouda, and Bacon Pasta

You're looking at your favorite fall dinner. Cream, canned pumpkin, and smoked gouda ensure the sauce is rich and velvety while crispy bacon adds texture. This pumpkin pasta recipe is best served right away with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

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.

Spiced Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

The spice in this pumpkin bread recipe comes from a blend of coriander, cayenne, and cinnamon. Top the pillowy rolls with sesame seeds and serve warm. Not a fan of spice? We've included a recipe variation with none of the heat.

Pumpkin Cream Turnovers

Frozen puff pastry is the secret to creating flaky pumpkin pastries. For the filling, blend up a mix of cream cheese, pecans, vanilla, and cinnamon. Finish each turnover with a creamy cardamom icing.

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 French Toast with Maple Mascarpone

Rather than using pumpkin bread, this French toast recipe includes canned pumpkin in the egg mixture. Soak white or cinnamon-swirled bread in the mixture and cook until golden brown. If you want even more of the fall favorite, top this pumpkin breakfast recipe with a homemade maple mascarpone.

Pumpkin Butter-Oatmeal Pie

Build a better pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving! Start by adding walnuts and rolled oats to the crust for an irresistible texture. Make a sweet filling with pumpkin butter rather than the classic canned squash. Finally, finish each slice with homemade vanilla whipped cream and serve.