Pumpkin recipes for every fall craving, from easy no-knead pumpkin bread to cookies, cakes, soup, and a homemade pumpkin spice latte you can sip anytime.
These pumpkin recipes are the easiest way to bring the flavor of fall straight into your kitchen, whether you are after something sweet, savory, or spiked. From the first cool morning in September all the way through Thanksgiving, a single can of pumpkin puree (or a fresh sugar pumpkin, if you are feeling ambitious) turns into breakfast, dessert, dinner, and even happy hour. This is my running collection of the pumpkin favorites we make on repeat every single autumn.
If you are the type who goes all in on the season, you are in good company here. I like to build a whole fall spread around these, starting with a big pot of soup and finishing with warm cookies and something to sip. When you are ready to plan the full holiday table, my 50+ Thanksgiving Recipes roundup pairs perfectly with everything below, and a jar of homemade Chai Spice Blend will have your whole house smelling like the season. Now let us get to the pumpkin.
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Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Recipes
There is something here for every craving and every skill level. Beginners can start with a no-knead bread or a five-minute latte, while more confident bakers can reach for bundt cakes and meringue tartlets. Most of these lean on pantry staples and a single can of pumpkin, so they are budget-friendly and quick to pull together on a busy weeknight. Best of all, the flavors run from classic pumpkin spice to unexpected savory and boozy options, so you will never get bored with the season’s favorite squash.
Pumpkin Breads
1. Pumpkin Spice Raisin Bread
2. Pumpkin Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
3. Pumpkin Challah Bread Pudding
Pumpkin Cookies
4. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
5. Frosted Pumpkin Spiced Cookies
Pumpkin Desserts & Donuts
6. Cardamom Pumpkin Pie
7. Pumpkin Spice Sherry Bundt Cake
8. Pumpkin Apple Cake
9. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Donuts
10. Pumpkin Spiced Apple Danishes
11. Pumpkin Apricot Tartlets
12. Pumpkin Coconut Panna Cotta
Pumpkin Drinks & Cocktails
13. Pumpkin Pie Martini
14. Pumpkin Spiced Hot Buttered Rum
Savory Pumpkin Recipes
15. Roasted Pumpkin Soup
16. Pumpkin Lentil Salad
17. Pumpkin Mac & Cheese
Pantry Staples
18. Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Equipment Needed
- Standard loaf pans for the breads and quick breads
- A bundt pan for the sherry bundt cake
- A baked donut pan for the gluten-free donuts
- A stand mixer or hand mixer for cakes and cookies
- A blender or immersion blender for smooth soup and lattes
- A fine mesh sieve for straining and dusting
How to Store and Freeze Pumpkin
- Leftover canned pumpkin keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for about five to seven days. Never store it in the open can.
- Freeze extra puree in half-cup portions in a muffin tin, then pop the pucks into a freezer bag so you have recipe-ready pumpkin for up to three months.
- Most pumpkin breads and cakes freeze beautifully. Wrap tightly in plastic and foil, then thaw overnight on the counter before serving.
- Cookies and donuts stay soft in an airtight container for three to four days, or freeze them for up to two months.
- Soup freezes well for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop and add a splash of broth or cream to loosen it back up.
What to Serve With Your Pumpkin Recipes
Round out the fall table with a few more of my seasonal favorites that play well with pumpkin:
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Roast and puree a sugar pumpkin the same way you would other winter squash, then measure it out like canned. My How to Roast Butternut Squash guide walks through the roasting method if you want a visual. Just be sure to drain off any extra liquid before baking.
Pumpkin puree is plain cooked and blended pumpkin with nothing added. Pumpkin pie filling already contains sugar and spices, so it is not a one to one swap in these recipes. Use puree unless a recipe specifically calls for filling.
An opened can of pumpkin puree lasts about five to seven days when transferred to an airtight container in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze it in small portions for up to three months.
Yes, and it takes about two minutes with spices you likely already have. Use the homemade blend from the pantry staple section above so you control the freshness and the ratios.
The no-knead pumpkin spice raisin bread and the easy pumpkin spice latte are the two most beginner-friendly recipes in this collection. Both use simple steps and forgiving ingredients, so they are a great place to start.
Yes. The gluten-free pumpkin donuts are naturally gluten-free as written, and the pumpkin coconut panna cotta is another no-flour option that happens to be gluten-free too.