These pumpkin recipes are so gourd, you’ll be making them all fall long.
So enjoy our best pumpkin recipes and let the sweetor savorytaste of pumpkin be a part of every meal.
Pumpkin Pie Cake
Molly Bolton
No more deciding between making cake or pie with this best-of-both-worlds dessert.
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Its richly spiced filling and tender yet crisp crust are sure to earn you a round of applause.
Day adds a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to herpie crustto make it “just so dang flaky.”
Plus, pepitas give the bread a welcome crunch that contrasts perfectly with its soft interior.
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This recipe doubles down on the pumpkin, as it can be found in both the dough and filling.
The rolls are topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze.
The recipe is a riff on aclassic Snickerdoodle cookie, but soft and velvety.
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These cookies are delicious unadorned, but can also benefit from a layer ofcream cheese frosting.
Maple Pumpkin Pie
This pumpkin pie incorporates maple to add a warm sweetness to every bite.
Use real, pure maple syrup to do this recipe justice.
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Whip up a cinnamon-cream cheese filling, and sandwich between two cookies.
These tasty treats can be eaten immediately or refrigerated for up to four days.
But dont skip sprinkling the sugared pumpkin spice over the tops before baking.
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It adds sweetness and crunch.
You will too, as they require just 15 minutes of baking.
Use maple syrup to deepen the flavor of the whipped cream topping.
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The cake can look simple or spectacular, depending on your tube pan.
Prepare a maple syrup glaze, sprinkle with pecans, and wow your dinner guests.
Easy recipe, moist cake, sweet pumpkin, and crunchy pecanswhat’s not to love?
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Top with whipped cream and nutmeg, if you don’t scarf it down first.
Use a toothpick, skewer, or chopstick for best results when swirling.
The slightly tangy cake batter also incorporates buttermilk to offset the sweetness.
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You just can’t pass this one up.
Buttermilk gives it extra creaminess and a tangy twist.
For a crisp crust (no more soggy bottom!
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), use a metal pie pan and prebake your crust with pie weights.
Pumpkin-Pecan Cheesecake
Combine your favorite Thanksgiving desserts into one delicious cheesecake.
Start with a graham cracker and pecan crust, then mix a simple and delicious pumpkin-cheesecake filling.
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A sweet praline topping sends this dessert over the edge.
Serve with chips, sour cream, cilantro, and shredded cheese.
But if you need even more convincing, each piece is topped with homemade whipped cream.
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Pumpkin pie filling is gradually whisked into melted chocolate and then poured over a chocolate cookie crust.
After baking, chill this pie for at least four hours.
Crumble Heath bars over the top and enjoy.
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Pumpkin Bread
Pumpkin bread needs no bells and whistles.
In fact, some argue that the simpler the pumpkin bread, the better it will be.
The pecans and a rich, buttery icing turn the simple pumpkin Bundt cake into a grande finale dessert.
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Chocolate chips are a satisfyingly sweet addition to these spiced breads.
Serve the muffins for breakfast, a late-day snack, or dessert.
Pumpkin Souffle
Canned pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice give these souffles a tasty fall spin.
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Test them for doneness with a skewer.
The centers should be slightly wet, and the souffles should still jiggle slightly when you move them.
Serve these right away with a dusting of powdered sugar.
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Pumpkin-Chocolate Brownies
Give brownies a fall makeover with the delightful addition of pumpkin.
This two-in-one combination swirls chocolate and pumpkin batters.
For easy slicing, refrigerate these brownies overnight.
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Cut while cold and serve at room temperature.
Pumpkin-Pecan Coffee Cake
This recipe starts with pumpkin bread batter baked in a 13- x 9-inch pan.
Top it with a sweet crumb topping that crisps during baking.
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Serve with a cup of coffee, or freeze some for later.
Candied Pumpkin Spice Pecans
Serve these sweet, crunchy pecans straight from the oven.
Pack in jars for hostess gifts, or store in the freezer to use all season.
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This six-ingredient cake is packed with pumpkin spices that make a warm, comforting treat.
This moist, perfectly-spiced cake roll is filled with tangy, decadent creme cheese.
Pumpkin spice-flavored leaves make the perfect harvest-time embellishment to the pie.
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Top these bars with a thick layer of cream cheese frosting and candied pumpkin seeds.
Lightly spiced and pan-toasted, the seeds should not be skipped.
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