The leaves are falling, there’s a chill in the air, and the holidays are getting closer by the minute. That means it’s the perfect time of year for holing up in the kitchen for some cozy baking sessions, starring all things pumpkin! This is my collection of must-try pumpkin recipes for fall! From classics like pumpkin bread and pumpkin pie to fun twists (pumpkin cheesecake cookies, anyone?), you’re sure to find something you love!
Pumpkin Recipes for Fall
Pumpkin recipes are in high-demand this time of year, and luckily, I have plenty to choose from. Whether you need a sweet breakfast treat or an impressive dessert, you will find something well-tested and absolutely irresistible in this list.
Truth be told, pumpkin is not my favorite fall flavor (I prefer apple recipes!), but I have come to like it a bit more over the years. Even when pumpkin was really not my thing, I still devoured my pumpkin snickerdoodles–they are just that good! As a result, that recipe is my top pick of all of my pumpkin recipes. If you only plan to try one, let it be that one!
Let’s dive right in! 🎃
1. Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
A spin-off of classic snickerdoodles, this recipe is so simple to make and so good!
2. Pumpkin Cheesecake
This is not your average cheesecake recipe (not that there’s anything wrong with that one, of course!). It’s packed with pumpkin flavor, perfectly spiced, and topped off with a cinnamon-spiced homemade whipped cream!
My recipe is so smooth and creamy. It’s topped with a homemade cinnamon whipped cream and made without a water bath!
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE RECIPE
3. Pumpkin Bread
A fall classic! This pumpkin loaf tastes great with or without the vanilla glaze.
Pumpkin bread is moist, tender, and spiced perfection. I top mine with a vanilla drizzle, but you could use pumpkin seeds or cinnamon sugar instead!
PUMPKIN BREAD RECIPE
4. Pumpkin Coffee Cake
My favorite part of this pumpkin coffee cake is that thick, crumbly, buttery streusel topping! The ultimate indulgent breakfast food, and the festive cousin to my classic coffee cake.
Perfect for fall brunches! This pumpkin coffee cake is infused with the best flavors of fall (pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and real pumpkin) and topped off with a buttery crumble topping!
PUMPKIN COFFEE CAKE RECIPE
5. Pumpkin Pie
A must-have recipe for fall and for serving alongside other favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. This is a perfected classic (it took me dozens of attempts to get it right!)!
This pumpkin pie recipe is made completely from scratch! We’ll use heavy cream instead of canned milk for smooth (and not-too-sweet!) results.
PUMPKIN PIE RECIPE
6. Pumpkin Cookies
These pumpkin cookies are carefully designed to be soft and chewy–not cakey!
My perfectly chewy pumpkin cookies are full of festive fall flavor and drizzled with a thin layer of vanilla glaze. No mixer needed!
7. Pumpkin Pancakes
A fall spin on my classic buttermilk pancakes (and autumnal sister to my apple pancakes), these pumpkin pancakes are quick and easy.
Perfect for a last-minute fall breakfast, my pumpkin pancake recipe makes thick and fluffy pancakes with a few simple ingredients.
PUMPKIN PANCAKE RECIPE
8. Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
Creamy cheesecake makes the perfect filling for these gourmet pumpkin cookies.
Filled with cheesecake and rolled in cinnamon sugar, these cookies are incredibly gourmet and perfect for fall!
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE COOKIE RECIPE
9. Pumpkin Biscotti
Coffee’s favorite dipper! These pumpkin biscotti are crisp and entirely customizable.
These perfectly crisp pumpkin biscotti can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate chips.
PUMPKIN BISCOTTI RECIPE
10. Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie
Love pumpkin pie and cheesecake? Combine them both in this beautiful pie!
The perfect Thanksgiving dessert, this pie is a beautifully swirled combination of pumpkin pie and classic cheesecake.
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE PIE RECIPE
11. Pumpkin Muffins
So fluffy and flavorful! I also have cheesecake-filled pumpkin muffins and a recipe for pumpkin chocolate chip muffins coming very soon.
My pumpkin muffins are so soft, fluffy, and moist. We’ll top them off with a buttery streusel and a simple glaze for bakery-style results!
PUMPKIN MUFFIN RECIPE
12. Pumpkin Cake
Incredibly moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced, this pumpkin layer cake is a must-try. Covered with a silky smooth cream cheese frosting, what’s not to love?
Soft, spiced, melt-in-your-mouth pumpkin cake takes just 20 minutes to prep before baking. Perfect for fall birthdays!
PUMPKIN CAKE RECIPE
13. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Cheesecake bars are so easy and portable! This pumpkin version is a fall favorite.
This recipe uses just 12 ingredients, comes together quickly, and is made WITHOUT a water bath! It’s perfect for parties.
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS RECIPE
14. Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
One of my newest pumpkin recipes!These pumpkin oatmeal cookies incorporate brown butter and hearty oats for a unique and tasty cookie experience.
15. Pumpkin Bundt Cake
Perfect for fall celebrations, pumpkin bundt cake pairs nicely with a cream cheese glaze.
Pumpkin bundt cake is a moist, spiced pumpkin cake topped with a thick cream cheese glaze. Just 25 minutes to prep!
PUMPKIN BUNDT CAKE RECIPE
16. Pumpkin Scones
If you like my classic scones, you’ll love this pumpkin version!
My pumpkin scones come together so quickly and easily in the food processor. They are made real pumpkin and pair nicely with a cup of tea or coffee.
PUMPKIN SCONES RECIPE
17. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
We love these old-fashioned whoopie pies! I use a cream cheese filling, which pairs perfectly with the pumpkin.
Pumpkin whoopie pies are always a huge hit at fall bake sales! My version is made with cakey, perfectly spiced pumpkin cookies sandwiched around a cream cheese based filling.
PUMPKIN WHOOPIE PIES RECIPE
18. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
A fall version of classic chocolate chip cookies!
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are a fun fall twist on the classic. They are simple to make (without a mixer) and full of flavor!
PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES RECIPE
19. Pumpkin Bars
Softer and cakey-er than blondies, but more moist, tender and dense than your standard cake, these pumpkin bars are the best of both worlds.
A cross between moist cake and chewy cookies, pumpkin bars are a must-try fall dessert!
PUMPKIN BARS RECIPE
20. Lofthouse Pumpkin Cookies
This pumpkin twist on traditional Lofthouse cookies is one of my favorite fall recipes!
Thick, super soft pumpkin cookies are smeared with a thick layer of cream cheese frosting and topped with sprinkles. These are an autumnal version of your favorite Lofthouse cookies!
LOFTHOUSE-STYLE PUMPKIN COOKIE RECIPE
21. Pumpkin Donuts
Sure, the pumpkin donut itself is good, but it’s that buttery vanilla/pumpkin spice glaze that really has my heart. Baked and not fried, so these are basically healthy, right? 😉
Soft, tender, and flavorful pumpkin donuts are the perfect pairing with your pumpkin spice latte. My homemade version is surprisingly easy to make.
PUMPKIN DONUT RECIPE
22. Pumpkin Cupcakes
Buttery, soft, and topped off with a brown sugar cream cheese icing. Yum.
My soft, buttery pumpkin cupcakes are topped with an irresistible brown sugar cream cheese frosting. They are a fast and fun fall dessert!
PUMPKIN CUPCAKE RECIPE
23. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Need something to do with all those pumpkin seeds from your jack o’lantern? Try these!
My cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds are a sweet version of this recipe.
This quick and easy fall recipe can be easily customized with your favorite flavors. It’s a fun (and tasty!) way to reduce food waste!
ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS RECIPE
24. Pumpkin Fudge
Just wait until you bite into this creamy pumpkin fudge! It’s so easy and made with real pumpkin.
My easy, creamy pumpkin fudge can be made without a candy thermometer on the stovetop! It’s infused with fall spices and topped off with a pretty white chocolate drizzle.
PUMPKIN FUDGE RECIPE
I hope this list of pumpkin recipes has inspired your fall baking plans; I know I will be making a few batches of pumpkin cream cheese muffins very soon.
Are there any more pumpkin recipes you’d like to see? Comment below and let me know–I love sharing reader requests!
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