26 Easy Pumpkin Recipes | Sweet and Savory Fall Favorites

Pumpkin recipes give you classic fall flavor in all sorts of yummy dishes, from pumpkin bread recipes to pumpkin soup recipes to snacks and drinks!

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While the pumpkin spice lattes hit the coffee shops earlier and earlier each year, it takes me a bit longer to really switch over to sweater weather, soup season, and making recipes from pumpkin.

But once the leaves start to change colors and I need to grab a jacket on the way out the door, that’s when I know it’s time to get out all of my favorite pumpkin recipes!

THE BEST PUMPKIN RECIPES

Those big orange beauties are for much more than just porch decorations – here’s why you should start adding pumpkin recipes to your menu plans this season:

Eat seasonally. Pumpkins are in season in the fall, meaning they’re at peak ripeness and perfect for adding to your meals.
Lowest price. Whether you go pick your own pumpkins from the pumpkin patch or just stock up on canned pumpkin to fill the pantry, you’ll find some of the best prices in the fall, perfect for making all things pumpkin!
Healthy. Pumpkins are rich in Vitamin A and potassium, good for your heart, and help boost your immune system.
Cozy fall flavor. Often combined with warm, spicy cinnamon, there’s nothing like the taste of pumpkin pie recipes or other pumpkin treats.

Make your own Pumpkin Puree and a big batch of Pumpkin Pie Spice, and you’re ready to start making all these yummy pumpkin recipes!

BREAKFAST RECIPES USING PUMPKIN

Start the morning with these tasty breakfast recipes using pumpkin! Store in the refrigerator or follow these instructions to freeze extra baked goods and dough.

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
Overnight Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
Pumpkin Donuts
Baked Oatmeal (use pumpkin!)
Perfect Overnight Steel Cut Oats (stir pureed pumpkin into your morning oatmeal)
Sweet Potato Biscuits (use canned pumpkin puree instead of mashed sweet potato)

Homemade pumpkin pie slices on two separate plates.

PUMPKIN DESSERT RECIPES

Whether you combine creamy pumpkin with nutmeg, ginger, and allspice, chocolate or cream cheese swirls, these pumpkin dessert recipes are sweet and delicious!

Healthy Homemade Pumpkin Pies
Pumpkin Chocolate Chips Cookies
Pumpkin Cookies with Naturally Sweetened Cream Cheese Frosting
One Bowl Healthy Pumpkin Cake
Leftover Oatmeal Cake (add pumpkin instead of cocoa powder)
Pumpkin Swirl Black Bean Brownies
5-Ingredient Pumpkin Fudge

SNACK RECIPES THAT USE PUMPKIN

Pumpkin isn’t just for baking – try these snack recipes that use pumpkin, too!

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin Pie Hummus
Pumpkin Larabar Bites
Classic Pumpkin Bread Loaves
Cinnamon Granola (use pumpkin instead of applesauce)

Pumpkin spice coffee creamer being poured into coffee in a glass.

DRINK RECIPES FROM PUMPKIN

Keep the fall flavors going with these recipes for pumpkin drinks.

RECIPES FOR PUMPKINS FAQS

What about savory pumpkin recipes?

Pumpkin isn’t just for sweet recipes. If you’re looking for a more savory alternative, add pumpkin to soup or chili, like this yummy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili Recipe with or without pasta. You can also mix pumpkin into Stovetop Mac and Cheese for a veggie boost!

Can you use pumpkin puree as a substitute in recipes?

Pumpkin works well as a substitute for eggs in muffins or quick bread recipes without changing the texture. You can also use it as a lower-fat option in some baked goods, replacing butter or oil.