Nothing says autumn quite like boots, sweaters, and all things pumpkin. Whether its pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving, or pumpkin cheesecake at Christmas, there's no denying that pumpkin is queen during the cool seasons.
Maybe pumpkin isn't the first flavor some people think of when delicious desserts first come to mind, but that just means they haven't tried the right recipe yet. Below are 15 delicious pumpkin dessert recipes we're all going to be trying this fall.
Dazzling Pumpkin Pie Tartlets
Delicious and decadent vegan and gluten-free pumpkin tartlets make the perfect treat for anyone — allergies or not. Not only are they beautiful to look at, they are delicious to enjoy this fall.
Brown Butter Pumpkin Baked Donuts
As if brown butter isn't enough to sell anyone on a fall dessert, warm pumpkin donuts sound absolutely divine on a cold morning. This recipe by Barley and Sage is everything one's autumn heart desires.
Pumpkin Roll
This pumpkin roll is easy and made with the perfect blend of spice and moist pumpkin cake, filled with a delicious cream cheese filling and then lightly dusted with powdered sugar. This classic fall recipe can be found at Live Well Bake Often.
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is a divisive dessert that people either love or hate. But this pumpkin pie beauty with its creamy spice-packed filling and super flaky pie crust by The Loopy Whisk brings people together, trust us.
Vegan Pumpkin Scones
These yummy scones are perfect to enjoy this fall season. They're packed with loads of delicious spices and finished off with a decadent glaze. This recipe by Fit Mitten Kitchen produces scones that are a healthy and delicious breakfast treat alternative.
Pumpkin Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies
Nothing's quite as comforting as warm cookies on a cold day. This delicious gluten-free and vegan pumpkin butter snickerdoodle cookie recipe by @Healthyashec is made with just a few simple ingredients. Its sure to become a family favorite.
Pumpkin Bread
This recipe is sure to be an instant hit this holiday season. The Natasha's Kitchen recipe for pumpkin bread is autumn perfection with a soft and moist crumb and a hearty, wonderful pumpkin flavor.
Pumpkin Sticky Date Pudding
This gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo-friendly date pudding is full of flavor and sure to be a family favorite. Sticky date pudding is a sponge made with dates, warm spices, and soaked in a caramel sauce with a texture like pumpkin pie. Irena Macri's recipe suggests topping it with a caramel sauce and a scoop of ice cream. Yum!
Pumpkin & Pecan Cobbler
Rainy fall days are meant for this pumpkin and pecan cobbler by Sonali. Creamy pumpkin and spices marry together to create the warm and gooey center that begs to be topped with a crisp crumbly pecan layer. Top with vanilla ice cream and enjoy.
No-Bake Pumpkin Fudge Balls
These no-bake pumpkin fudge balls by Chocolate Covered Katie are so simple to make, require minimal ingredients and happen to be plant-based and gluten-free! They're the perfect sweet treat to crumble over a yogurt bowl or to eat on their own.
Vegan Pumpkin Bars
Need a pumpkin fix to get through to Thanksgiving? These pumpkin bars from Namely Marley have a golden crumble crust and topping that warm the soul. Delicious and comforting all in one. Highly recommend topped with vegan whipped cream!
Pumpkin Monkey Bread With Maple Glaze
Breakfast has never been this scrumptious. Packed with all the tastes of fall, Tidy Mom's recipe for pumpkin monkey bread with maple glaze puts into taste all the fall feels.
Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies
Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies are light, soft, and cake-like with warm, flavorful pumpkin spices. It's not just a cookie, its more like a hug from mom. Everyone will love this easy fall cookie recipe from Dessert Now Dinner Later coated in powdered sugar that cracks as it bakes.⠀
Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dough Stuffed Vegan Muffins
Why would anyone have regular old pumpkin spiced muffins when they could have them stuffed with insanely delicious, highly addictive plant-based pumpkin spiced edible cookie dough? Obviously, no one would. Thankfully, @BitesbyAllieB shared a great recipe on her Instagram page.
Pumpkin Protein Bites
These pumpkin protein bites from One Balanced Life are not only easy and delicious, they're packed with energy-giving protein and fiber to help fuel the kids through their day. After-school snack, anyone?
