Pumpkin

Pumpkin recipes the whole family loves! From muffin-tin pumpkin donut holes and pumpkin bread to cookies, bars, and no bake treats. Looking for something cozy and simple? Start with the pumpkin oatmeal cookies.

Pumpkin Breads, Muffins & Donuts

Quick breads, muffins, and donut-hole bakes made simple with canned pumpkin for cozy breakfasts and snacks.

Pumpkin Party Favorites

Crowd-pleasers for potlucks and holidays like poke cake, dump cake, snack cake, and Rice Krispie treats.

Pumpkin Cookies

Soft and chewy favorites from oatmeal to snickerdoodle and chocolate chip, perfect for lunchboxes or a quick fall treat.

Out of Pumpkin Spice?

Pumpkin Pie Spice

Make your own pumpkin pie spice in minutes. Warm, cozy, and ready for cookies, breads, and muffins. Make a quick homemade pumpkin pie spice and grab easy swap tips when the jar is low.

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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake

Creamy, make-ahead pumpkin cheesecake treats, from swirl bars and no bake bars to bite-size cheesecake bites, plus a classic cheesecake for special occasions. Heads up, cheesecake bars and bites need chill time to set. Make them ahead or even the night before.

FAQ About Cooking With Pumpkin

Need a quick spice swap or canned-pumpkin tip? Check the FAQs below, then hop into any recipe for storage notes and step-by-step help.

Do I use canned pumpkin or pumpkin pie filling?

Most of my recipes use canned pumpkin which is unsweetened unless noted. Pumpkin pie filling is sweetened and spiced already and won’t work the same in recipes that use plain pumpkin puree.

Can I use fresh pumpkin puree?

You can use fresh homemade pumpkin puree in any of these recipes. Homemade pumpkin puree often has more water in it, so make sure to blot it well with paper towels so it doesn’t make the recipe too liquidy.

What if I don’t have pumpkin pie spice?

Use cinnamon with a little nutmeg and ginger, or see my homemade pumpkin spice blend below for easy swaps.

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