67 Pumpkin Recipes That Are Perfect in Every Way

Like so many other people, when the weather starts to cool down our cravings center around one, special ingredient: pumpkin. We buy all the pumpkin spice products we can get our hands on, bake a few latte-inspired treats, roast pumpkin seeds for snacking—and generally do our best to use this sweet and hearty gourd in as many recipes as possible. (We've even thought about growing pumpkins at home!) Not surprisingly, this seasonal ingredient is good for so much more than just pumpkin pie or pumpkin bread, although we’ll gladly bake either of those, too. Use pumpkin (canned pumpkin works great!) in soups, pasta dishes, cakes and more—there’s almost nothing it can’t do. It even makes the perfect thickener for homemade custard, which is why we use it here in this wam, pie-spiced autumn dessert.

Pumpkin and snickerdoodle lovers unite! We keep the quintessential snickerdoodle sugary coating, but swap out ground cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice. Plus, a generous portion of canned pumpkin puree in the dough produces a fluffy cookie with the perfect chewy edge.

It’s pretty much impossible to get enough pumpkin during the fall months, so we rolled each of these lasagna noodles with a creamy, cheesy pumpkin filling. The result: roll-ups that have just the right amount of filling and they come together in a fraction of the time it takes for a traditional layered lasagna. This dish is perfect for a cozy fall night when the comfort food cravings come on strong.

Creamy pumpkin and warm ground cinnamon are the perfect combination in a tender muffin. But we upped the ante by adding a decadent cream cheese filling and sweet crumb topping for an over-the-top muffin you’ll want to make all season long.

These Mini Pecan Pumpkin Pies combine rich pumpkin filling with a sweet, nutty topping for a perfectly poppable take on a fall favorite.

This hearty Pumpkin Chicken Chili brings a cozy fall flair to game day or weeknight dinners with its savory blend of pumpkin, spices and tender chicken.

A classic pumpkin cheesecake should be creamy, perfectly spiced and totally smooth on top. While baking a cheesecake in a water bath may seem like a pesky extra step, it keeps the cheesecake luscious and crack-free.

These delicious ravioli have pumpkin through and through: Our easy homemade pasta features pumpkin purée. It’s cut out in the shape of pumpkins with a cookie cutter and then stuffed with a pumpkin and crème fraîche filling. Tossed with a nutty brown butter–sage sauce, they are autumn in a bowl.

This stunning dessert is perfect for the holiday season. Pumpkin adds richness to the Swiss roll cake and creamy mousse center, while the warming flavors of pumpkin pie spice permeate the cake, mousse and cream cheese filling.

We double up the pumpkin flavor by using everyone's favorite seasonal spice blend. A touch of brown sugar makes them into a sweet treat.

Adding pumpkin spice pudding mix to the batter not only adds a wonderful flavor but also makes the pancakes fluffy and custardy on the inside. We save a tablespoon of pudding to add to whipped cream for an extra bit of spice and to keep it fluffy longer.

This yeasted bread, made with pumpkin puree, brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon, is sure to become a fall favorite. Thanks to a few cleverly-placed pieces of kitchen twine that shape the dough as it rises, the resulting loaf looks just like a pumpkin—complete with a fragrant cinnamon-stick stem. Serve it with maple-spiced pumpkin butter.

How do you pack all of the flavors of your favorite fall beverage into a miniature sweet treat? Sandwich a simple coffee-infused frosting between spiced pumpkin cookies.

The sky's the limit with this homemade pie! A generous cloud of toasted marshmallow meringue towers over a layer of classic spiced pumpkin filling. This is one indulgent dessert that's also a total showstopper.

This pumpkin bread is perfectly moist, not-too-sweet and couldn't be easier. It's perfect for toasting and slathering with butter or cream cheese, and maybe a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.

We combined the beloved ingredients in pumpkin bread (creamy pumpkin puree, warm fall spices and a generous pour of vanilla) but omitted any dairy or eggs for a completely plant-based seasonal treat. Vegan dark chocolate chips stirred into the batter and scattered on top add extra flavor and texture. We found the pumpkin bread to be easiest to slice at room temperature, but feel free to enjoy a piece while it’s still warm if you can’t resist!

Get ready to drink your dessert! This easy, creamy cocktail is a perfect combination of traditional fall flavors in a tasty new package. Make sure you shake this martini really well to get a good chill on it; it’s best served ice cold.

These bright yellow pumpkin fritters come together quickly, so you can make them while you've got a stew or soup simmering on the stove for a comforting fall meal. The combination of flour and cornmeal give them a nice crunchy crust.

Pumpkin pie lovers will adore this easy cake. The pumpkin pie filling is baked into a spice cake crust, so you don't have to worry about pie dough, and you can get straight to the best part—the rich pumpkin filling topped with whipped cream!

Pumpkin desserts don't have to be pies! Canned pumpkin ensures these cookies are moist and tender without being too sweet. Slather each cookie with cream cheese frosting to take it over the top!

The word pumpkin probably transports you to fall, from the first PSL of the season to the glowing Halloween decoration on your stoop. But the great news about pumpkin muffins is they’re a warm and comforting breakfast staple all year round! A can of pumpkin puree gets mixed into the batter for soft, tender muffins that stay moist for days. And inside each muffin is a swirl of aromatic pumpkin spice mix that you can make straight from the pantry. No matter the time of year, these are a burst of cozy in every bite!

Forget the fuss of pie dough! This one-pan dessert has the creamy pumpkin filling you love and a crunchy topping made with spice cake mix, graham crackers and pecans. It feeds a crowd, and there's almost no clean up!

Gingersnaps fit perfectly into the bottom of muffin cups so they make a great mini pie crust for these tiny treats. A little bit of gelatin helps the pumpkin-cream cheese filling set without making it hard or rubbery.

Rachael's tomato-free take on lasagna calls for two whole cans of pure pumpkin puree, plus butternut squash for an extra dose of sweet squash flavor.

Everyone's favorite fall quick bread hides a decadent surprise inside: a rich swirl of cheesecake.

The fragrance of warm spices fills the room when you make these creamy fall-inspired pancakes. A dollop of nutmeg whipped cream and a drizzle of maple syrup complete the dish.

Break open these oversized cookies, fragrant with pumpkin and spice, to reveal a soft interior with a beautiful swirl.

At its simplest, a spoon cake is a dessert that is best served warm while the cake is at its most tender and an attempt to cut it with a knife would end in a (delicious) mess. This autumnal spoon cake is punched up with all the flavors of pumpkin pie and has the texture of a super-moist coffee cake complete with a browned butter and pecan crumble topping. Spoon the warm cake into bowls then add a final drizzle of maple syrup and dollop of whipped cream take it over the top.

Tangy with a hint of sweetness and full-on cheesy flavor, this pumpkin-hard cider dip has everything you could ask for in a fall-flavored cheese dip.

Perfect for making ahead of ahead of time, this autumn-inspired roll cake features a pumpkin cake base with a filling of mascarpone whipped cream and crystallized ginger bits. In the words of Ina herself, "It's a showstopper dessert, and you can be cool and relaxed when you serve it."

This frosting is one of those brilliant, silly-simple recipes you'd never know was made with just two ingredients: canned pumpkin puree and chopped up chocolate. You start by cooking the pumpkin to concentrate its flavor and thicken it, then simply stir in the chocolate until it melts. The sweet and tangy results are the perfect complement to cake, and the creamy consistency spreads easily into gorgeous swoops.

A classic pumpkin pie with a coffee shop twist. There’s coffee flavor in every element of this pie, including the flaky all-butter crust, spiced pumpkin filling and creamy coffee whipped cream topping. Serve with an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for an elegant dessert.

Satisfy your paleo cravings with these wholesome waffles, naturally sweetened with pumpkin puree and a quick raspberry compote.

Pumpkin and chocolate chips make a powerful pair in these cakey treats with rich pumpkin pie spice flavor and loads of semi-sweet morsels.

Get your fill of pumpkin pie — in a doughnut! These cake-like doughnuts can be baked, topped with cinnamon sugar and ready to eat in an hour.

Pumpkin spice season keeps showing up earlier every year! We created these ice pops so you can get your fill of pumpkin spice whenever you're craving it — even if it's still warm outside!

This fluffy pumpkin cake comes together easily and makes the most delightful low-key afternoon snack or dessert when cut into bars. The pumpkin puree keeps everything wonderfully moist, even several days later.

This autumn-inspired casserole is both custardy and crunchy and perfect for brunch—or even dessert. We use pumpkin pie puree, which comes pre-sweetened and spiced, lending an extra touch of warmth. Since the unbaked casserole needs to rest overnight, this is an ideal make-ahead company-worthy dish.

Soak slices of brioche in a pumpkin custard, then layer with sweetened cream cheese, more thick slices of bread and, finally, a pecan topping and — voila! Meet your new favorite brunch dish.

Creamy pumpkin and sweet chocolate chips ensure a muffin that’s light, fluffy and deliciously decadent.

This after-dinner dessert dip tastes just like pumpkin pie, but the deconstructed style is even more fun to serve at a party.

The combination of ripe bananas and creamy pumpkin puree is a match made in heaven. The dynamic duo provides a perfectly moist, tender, not-too-sweet spiced quick bread that can be enjoyed all year long.

A fall breakfast for a crowd is made easy with this hearty, nutritious oatmeal. Canned pumpkin puree (or butternut squash puree) saves time on prep work and is packed with healthy fiber.

A dollop of cream cheese frosting (in place of a traditional jam filling) pairs deliciously with pumpkin, cinnamon and allspice in this fall-inspired thumbprint.

This pumpkin bread is beautiful enough to give as a present--and it requires only three ingredients! The secret is in using pumpkin pie filling, which is already generously spiced and sweetened. Combine it with cake mix and you get a ton of flavor with very little effort.

Roasted pumpkin seeds get the everything bagel upgrade.

Ree soaks her pumpkin cake in a spiced rum syrup and adds maple whipped cream for a deliciously indulgent dessert.

Giada adds canned pumpkin puree to oatmeal and raisin batter, giving the classic cookie a fall-flavored twist.

Take breakfast to the next level with Bobby's pumpkin French toast, drizzled with blackberry caramel and stuffed with a rich, tangy mascarpone filling.

"Squash" your fall comfort food needs with this warming soup, made with pumpkin, Italian sweet sausage and Tuscan kale.

Katie’s protein waffles are just what you want on a chilly fall morning. For easy meal prep, stick leftovers in the freezer and reheat in the toaster whenever the waffle craving strikes.

Combine vanilla pudding with pumpkin puree, mashed banana and pumpkin pie spice for an easy dessert that tastes just like your favorite pie.

Dried cranberries and candied ginger bits add a tartness and spice to balance out Bobby's sweet pumpkin scones.

The in-season combo of pumpkins and apples make these muffins perfect for fall.