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There’s an infinite amount of pumpkin recipes to be enjoyed during the fall season, but we have compiled a collection of cakes, cookies, bread, and more!

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Collage of most popular pumpkin recipes.

Pumpkin Season is Here!

I don’t know what other item screams AUTUMN more than pumpkins. You find them decorating sweaters, scattered across porches, and most importantly, adorning the table in the form of delicious foods.

Over the years, we’ve made such a wide variety of easy pumpkin recipes, from cakes to cookies, and breads to chilis. If you’re a pumpkin fan, I highly recommend you scroll through this collection. There’s something for everyone to enjoy during the fall season!

But before you do, here are a few tips to keep in mind with pumpkin recipes:

  • Spices. Pretty much all pumpkin recipes require either pumpkin spice (AKA pumpkin pie spice), or pumpkin puree. We have a great recipe for Homemade Pumpkin Spice, and if you want to make your own pumpkin puree, the instructions are listed below!
  • Pumpkin pie filling. Be sure that when a recipe calls for pumpkin puree you do not accidentally use a can of pumpkin pie filling.
  • Pumpkin puree can also sometimes be labeled as 100% pure pumpkin or solid pack pumpkin. It won’t contain any spices or sugars – it is simply cooked and mashed-up pumpkin.
Making Pumpkin Puree for pumpkin recipes.

Making Your Own Pumpkin Puree

I like to use canned pumpkin puree from the grocery store. It’s inexpensive and as easy as opening a can. However, if you’re feeling adventurous you can make your own puree.

Some recipe pages include directions, but I thought I’d include them here for anyone who wishes to know.

Pick the right kind of pumpkin. Use pie pumpkins or sugar pumpkins, not the kind for carving Jack O’ Lanterns.

PREP. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Wash and dry the outside. Slice it in half from top to bottom and scoop out the seeds and strings.

BAKE. Place the halves, with the insides facing down, on the baking pan. Bake for 35-45 minutes until soft.

BLEND. Allow the pumpkin to cool a bit. Scoop out the pumpkin meat and place it in a blender. Puree until smooth.

STRAIN. Drain excess liquid by placing puree in a strainer or cheesecloth.

One 6-8 inch pumpkin should yield about 3 cups of puree.

Pumpkin Pancakes covered in syrup.

What to do With Leftover Pumpkin Puree

Some recipes may not use an entire can of puree, but that doesn’t mean the rest needs to be tossed.

Here are a few suggestions for you:

  • STORE. Place leftover puree in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for 3-5 days or in the freezer for 4-5 months.
  • Stir it in oatmeal, yogurt, or shakes.
  • Spread over waffles, bagels, or ice cream.
  • Add into soups and casseroles.
Pumpkin chili with tortilla chips and avocado in a white bowl.

Savory Pumpkin Recipes

Pumpkin isn’t just for desserts. Anything that you might serve a roasted or pureed squash with will pair well with pureed or roasted pumpkin.

It is used in various types of pumpkin soups, it can be used in pasta dishes, a spicy pumpkin puree can top lamb and pork or serve roasted pumpkin along with chicken, turkey, or salmon.

The options are as endless as your imagination. One of my favorite savory recipes perfect for weeknight dinners is this Pumpkin Chili.


Pumpkin Breakfast Recipes

We love to enjoy delicious, warm breakfast recipes in the fall and winter and especially when they involve pumpkin. From pancakes to coffee cake, the following pumpkin breakfast recipes are sure to be a hit in your family.

Pumpkin French Toast Sticks

These pumpkin French toast sticks are so quick and easy to make, there’s no reason not to try them! Each bite is filled with cinnamon, sugar, & just the right amount of pumpkin!

51 Pumpkin French Toast Sticks Recipe

Breakfast Pumpkin French Toast Sticks Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
5 from 4 votes
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Pumpkin Waffles

With pumpkin puree, seasonal spices, and brown sugar for a hint of caramel, these are the most flavorful and fluffy waffles! Serve your pumpkin waffles with maple syrup or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious treat.

52 Pumpkin Waffles Recipe

Breakfast Pumpkin Waffles Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
5 from 9 votes
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Soft and gooey pumpkin cinnamon rolls topped with a delicious pumpkin spice glaze. Between the pumpkin flavored bread dough, the pumpkin spice filling, and the pumpkin spice glaze on top, this dessert has all the goods!

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Bread, Dessert Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 27 minutes

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5 from 12 votes
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Pumpkin Pancakes

These pumpkin pancakes are the ultimate autumn breakfast!! They’re soft, full of fall flavor, and completely irresistible when topped with homemade cinnamon buttermilk syrup. 

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Breakfast Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe
Total Time: 12 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 35 votes
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Pumpkin French Toast Bake

Gooey pumpkin French toast bake is oozing with butter, cinnamon and brown sugar making it a family favorite fall breakfast!

55 Pumpkin French Toast Casserole Recipe

Breakfast Pumpkin French Toast Casserole Recipe
Total Time: 55 minutes

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5 from 21 votes
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Bites

Bite-sized pumpkin flavored cinnamon rolls, covered in a pumpkin spice and sugar mixture, baked to perfection, and topped with a dreamy cinnamon glaze! These pumpkin cinnamon roll bites have become our new favorite quick and easy pumpkin dessert!

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Breakfast Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Bites Recipe
Total Time: 27 minutes
5 from 10 votes
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pumpkin Cake Recipes (+ Cheesecakes!)

Another great recipe to make for family or a crowd at gatherings is a cake. The following recipes are some of our favorite pumpkin cakes that are great for holidays or any fall functions.

Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes

Spiced easy pumpkin cupcakes are so soft, moist, and flavorful. They pair perfectly with delicious homemade cinnamon cream cheese frosting!

57 Pumpkin Cupcake Recipe

Dessert Pumpkin Cupcake Recipe
Total Time: 27 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 98 votes
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Magic Pumpkin Cake

3 layer cake made up of creamy pumpkin puree layer, a layer of yellow cake, and lastly a white chocolate pumpkin spice frosting topped with white chocolate shavings!!

58 Pumpkin Magic Cake

Dessert Pumpkin Magic Cake
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 89 votes
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Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake

This two layer pumpkin gooey butter cake is moist, DELICIOUS, and perfect for any fall festivity! The dessert consists of a buttery cake-like bottom layer, plus a creamy layer of pumpkin puree, cream cheese, cinnamon, nutmeg, and powdered sugar.

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Dessert Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
5 from 10 votes
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Pumpkin Crunch Cake

Pumpkin crunch cake is a must-make during the fall season. It entails all of the smooth pumpkin flavors, topped with crunchy pecans and a dollop of whipped cream.

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Dessert Pumpkin Crunch Cake Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 12 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 302 votes
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Pumpkin Roll

This best-loved pumpkin roll filled with tangy cream cheese frosting is a classic fall favorite, perfect for sharing!

61 Pumpkin Roll Recipe

Dessert Pumpkin Roll Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 2 votes
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake

A buttery, cinnamon cake with cinnamon, brown sugar and pumpkin puree swirls, topped with a sweet pumpkin spice glaze. This pumpkin cinnamon roll cake is what pumpkin spice dreams are made of!

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Breakfast, Dessert Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
Total Time: 47 minutes
4.91 from 10 votes
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No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Individual no bake pumpkin cheesecakes are easy and perfect for the holidays!! Crushed gingersnaps fill the bottom of each jar, layered with a mixed pumpkin puree, and topped with whipped cream and caramel!

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Dessert No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
4.95 from 17 votes
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Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake

Oreo crust, two layers of cheesecake (one plain and one with pumpkin puree), whipped cream, and chocolate ganache! Everything about this chocolate pumpkin cheesecake is heavenly.

64 Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake with Oreo Crust
Dessert Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
Total Time: 7 hours 25 minutes
5 from 2 votes
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Pumpkin Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

This moist pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting is filled with brown sugar, spices & all your favorite fall flavors. Then topped with cream cheese frosting – it is by far the BEST pumpkin cake recipe! Best of all, it’s so easy and comes together in about 45 minutes.

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Dessert Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Total Time: 40 minutes
4.95 from 20 votes
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Pumpkin Dump Cake

Try this fall dump cake variation – Pumpkin dump cake! This delicious pumpkin dump cake recipe is complete with all the fall flavors, pumpkin, pecan, and cinnamon spice.

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Dessert Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 1038 votes
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Libby’s Pumpkin Roll

This delicious spiced Libby’s Pumpkin Roll filled with a tangy pineapple cream cheese filling is a classic fall favorite!

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Dessert Libby’s Pumpkin Roll Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes

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5 from 27 votes
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No one can deny a homemade cookie! Fill it with fall flavors that everyone loves (like pumpkin), and they are irresistible.

Here are some of our favorite pumpkin cookies:

Pumpkin Cake Cookies

These are the easiest, chewiest, soft pumpkin cookies!! All it takes is a box of pumpkin cake mix, cream cheese, butter, eggs & powdered sugar. 

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Dessert Pumpkin Cookies Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
5 from 8 votes
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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

These pumpkin oatmeal cookies are extra soft and chewy. They are filled with cinnamon, hearty oats and just the right amount of pumpkin flavor.

69 Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Dessert Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
Total Time: 29 minutes
5 from 17 votes
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Iced Pumpkin Cookies

Iced pumpkin cookies – these soft and spicy cookies are a fall favorite! An easy cinnamon glaze makes them simply irresistible.

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Dessert Iced Pumpkin Cookie Recipe
4.91 from 11 votes
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Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

The flavor combination of pumpkin and cinnamon, and the addition of white chocolate chips makes these pumpkin snickerdoodles utterly irresistible!

71 Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Recipe

Dessert Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Recipe
Total Time: 45 minutes
4.95 from 20 votes
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are SO soft and fluffy, they’re almost like a cake. Filled with pumpkin flavor, and chocolate chips, these cookies have just the right amount of seasonal spices.

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Dessert Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

4.99 from 65 votes
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More Pumpkin Desserts

Want to go a little more fancy with the pumpkin recipes? Pies, custards, and more are the way to go. These sweet treats are great for holidays too and make the perfect addition to any fall holiday meal.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bars

Soft and cake-y pumpkin bars with cream cheese swirls are delicious with a side of ice cream! Top them with chocolate chips for extra flavor.

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Dessert Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bars Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 33 minutes
5 from 20 votes
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Pumpkin Delight Dessert

Tasty 4 layer pumpkin delight dessert starts with a crunchy pecan crust topped with creamy pumpkin, cream cheese, and whipped cream layers!

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Dessert Pumpkin Delight Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 694 votes
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Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Bars

These pumpkin cheesecake bars have so many delicious layers, including a graham cracker crust, cheesecake layer and pumpkin layer. They’re full of fall spices and are sure to impress at any holiday gathering.

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Dessert Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Total Time: 5 hours
4.89 from 69 votes
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Pumpkin Brownies

The yummiest pumpkin brownies you will ever taste! Pumpkin, chocolate, and spices unite to make one pan of deliciousness that will sure to satisfy anyone’s pumpkin addiction.

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Dessert Pumpkin Brownie Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 3 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 480 votes
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Pumpkin Bars

Fluffy and moist pumpkin bars that are oozing with autumn charm. They’re topped with the most delicious cinnamon cream cheese frosting, making them sweet and irresistible!

77 Pumpkin Bars Recipe

Dessert Pumpkin Bars Recipe
Total Time: 45 minutes
5 from 10 votes
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Pumpkin Lasagna

This pumpkin lasagna dessert is stacked with the most delicious layers – a Pumpkin Oreo crust, cream cheese layer, pumpkin pudding layer, and topped off with cream and white chocolate curls.

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Dessert Pumpkin Lasagna Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

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4.96 from 50 votes
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Pumpkin Beignets

Pumpkin beignets are pillowy, sugary New Orleans-style fried dough with a fall flavor. You can enjoy these soft donuts right at home sprinkled with powder sugar or dipped in sauce.

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Dessert Pumpkin Beignet Recipe
5 from 3 votes
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Mini Pumpkin Pies

Mini pumpkin pies are everything you love about a smooth and creamy homemade pumpkin pie, in a cute & tasty bite sized portion!!

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Dessert Mini Pumpkin Pies
Total Time: 43 minutes

Recipe Video

4.95 from 34 votes
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Pumpkin Pudding Parfaits

Pumpkin pudding parfaits – a ginger snap base, cream cheese layer, pumpkin pudding layer and topped with whipped cream, crumbs and white chocolate curls!

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Dessert Pumpkin Parfait Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
5 from 5 votes
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Homemade Pumpkin Pie

Not only is this pumpkin pie incredibly easy – it’s the most moist, flavorful, all around perfect pumpkin pie! Made from canned pumpkin, seasonal spices, and evaporated milk, this pie is a must have dessert during the holidays.

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Dessert Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Recipe Video

4.77 from 17 votes
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Pumpkin Custard

This pumpkin custard dessert is a cinch to prepare and will satisfy that pumpkin craving! It’s rich and creamy and full of pumpkin spice with a delicious nutty, crunch topping.

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Dessert Pumpkin Custard Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Recipe Video

4.98 from 91 votes
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Pumpkin Dip

Delicious and creamy pumpkin gingersnap dip recipe. A rich and smooth dip for cookies! Ingredients include cream cheese, solid-pack pumpkin, cinnamon, and marshmallow fluff.

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Dessert Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes
5 from 6 votes
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Pumpkin Cobbler

Easy pumpkin cobbler recipe – all the flavors of pumpkin pie in an easy to make baked dessert! Recipe includes yellow cake mix, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and some seasonings, topped with your favorite nut!

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Dessert Pumpkin Cobbler Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
5 from 21 votes
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Crustless Pumpkin Pie

This crustless pumpkin pie is smooth, creamy and packed with pumpkin flavor. It’s easy to make, perfect for Thanksgiving – and so delicious that you won’t miss the crust!

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Dessert Crustless Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

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5 from 52 votes
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Pumpkin Milkshake

A copycat version of the delicious pumpkin pie milkshake found at Aunty Gravity’s at Magic Kingdom. This delicious shake will sure bring magic into your home and is a delicious fall treat to make!

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Dessert, Drinks Pumpkin Milkshake Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 11 votes
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Pumpkin Breads and Muffins

Don’t forget all the delicious pumpkin breads and muffins that are great to bake in the fall. Not only do they fill the house and kitchen with the delicious scents of fall, but they make great after-school treats, neighbor gifts, and more.

Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Muffins

These cinnamon sugar pumpkin muffins are so moist and full of cinnamon, sugar, and pumpkin. Top them with cinnamon sugar, or with a delicious cinnamon buttercream spread!

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Bread, Breakfast Easy Pumpkin Muffins Recipe
Total Time: 32 minutes
4.80 from 5 votes
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Pumpkin Banana Bread

This pumpkin banana bread is the BEST!! It’s super moist, filled with pumpkin spice and bananas and is a delicious, easy fall recipe.

89 Pumpkin Banana Bread Recipe

Bread, Breakfast Pumpkin Banana Bread Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

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4.99 from 343 votes
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Pumpkin Bubble Bread

Pumpkin-flavored bread filled with lots of cinnamon, and topped with a delicious cream cheese glaze, ready to be pulled apart and devoured.

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Pumpkin Bubble Bread
Bread Pumpkin Bubble Bread
Total Time: 35 minutes
5 from 2 votes
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Pumpkin Muffin Tops

One of the most delicious muffin top recipes you’ll ever try! These pumpkin muffin tops are full of pumpkin spice goodness, and topped with a delicious oat and pecan brown sugar streusel.

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Dessert Pumpkin Muffin Top Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
4.75 from 8 votes
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

You can never have just one of these soft and delicious pumpkin chocolate chip muffins. After trying several recipes, this one is our favorite!

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Bread, Breakfast Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe
Total Time: 27 minutes

Recipe Video

4.96 from 24 votes
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Best Pumpkin Bread

This moist pumpkin bread has become a favorite fall treat in our family! A delicious pumpkin loaf, topped with irresistible cinnamon sugar, and packed with amazing flavor. Best of all, this easy pumpkin bread recipe doesn’t require any yeast!!

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Bread Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour

Recipe Video

5 from 35 votes
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Mini Glazed Pumpkin Donut Muffins

A donut muffin filled with pumpkin and cinnamon flavors, topped with a spiced white chocolate glaze. These mini glazed pumpkin donut muffins are totally irresistible!!

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Breakfast Mini Glazed Pumpkin Donut Muffins Recipe
Total Time: 13 minutes
5 from 2 votes
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Pumpkin Streusel Bread

This soft and delicious pumpkin streusel bread is topped with a buttery crumble and filled with the flavors of fall we all know and love!

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Bread Pumpkin Streusel Bread Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
4.95 from 17 votes
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More Pumpkin Recipes

We have a few more pumpkin recipes for you. From sweet to savory, don’t forget to check out these other favs!

Pumpkin Chili

Loaded with vegetables, this pumpkin chili is healthy and delicious. Enjoy a bowl of this perfect fall soup recipe that the whole family will love!

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Soup Pumpkin Chili Recipe
Total Time: 45 minutes
5 from 17 votes
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Pumpkin Butter

Pumpkin butter is all of your favorite fall flavors in one spreadable and smooth mixture. Make a batch to spread on bagels or toast! Or, package it up and give it to friends and neighbors.

97 Pumpkin Butter Recipe

Dressing Pumpkin Butter Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
5 from 11 votes
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Pumpkin Snack Mix

Delicious pumpkin snack mix has popcorn, peanuts, cheerios, Chex, candy corn, and mallow pumpkins. It’s perfect for fall!

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Dessert, Snack Pumpkin Snack Mix Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
5 from 8 votes
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Pumpkin Pie Spice

Blend 4 spices to create your own amazing homemade pumpkin pie spice blend, perfect for bringing all the scents and flavors of the season!

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Dressing Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes
5 from 7 votes
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Pumpkin Seeds

Nothing says fall season like roasted pumpkin seeds! This is one of my favorite traditions this time of year. Pumpkin seeds are the best salty little snack ever!

100 Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

Snack Pumpkin Seeds Recipe
Total Time: 55 minutes

Recipe Video

5 from 12 votes
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Perfect Pumpkin Recipes

We hope you enjoy this list of some of our favorite pumpkin recipes. They are sure to be your go-to this Fall season for so many easy and delicious treats! We’d love to know which ones are your favorites!

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  1. Wish the recipe that is on the cover of this for Pinterest was actually in here! Bummed me out! Other than that I’m still gonna save it because of all the other great recipes!