30 Sweet and Savory Pumpkin Recipes

You are sure to love these 30 Sweet and Savory Pumpkin Recipes. Pumpkin is one of those ingredients that instantly brings comfort to the table. Its natural sweetness, smooth texture, and earthy flavor make it a perfect choice for both sweet and savory cooking. You’ll find it in classics like pumpkin pie and pumpkin bread, but it also shines in creamy soups, hearty pastas, fluffy pancakes, and even cozy drinks like lattes.

Pumpkin is packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, so it doesn’t just taste good, it’s good for you too. From family dinners to holiday gatherings, or even a quick weekday snack, pumpkin has a way of making meals feel warm, inviting, and a little extra special.

In this roundup, you’ll discover recipes that are simple to prepare, delicious to share, and perfect for bringing the flavor of pumpkin into your kitchen all season long. A big thank you to some amazing Food Blogger Friends who let me share their delicious recipes here. Maria’s Mixing Bowl, Swirls of Flavor, Jersey Girl Cooks, The Foodie Affair, Moore or Less Cooking, Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch, Blend with Spices, Caroline’s Easy On Line Baking Lessons, Kudos Kitchen by Renee, This Mom Cooks, Caked By Katie, The Salty Pot, Manila Spoon, Mama Needs Cake, Kim Schob, Life With The Crust Cut Off, Midwestern Holidays, Risa’s Family Kitchen, Sweet and Savory Meals, Maegan Kay Bakes, Planning Inspired, Midwestern HomeLife, Spaceships and Laser Beams, Lauren Kelly Nutrition, and few from me right here on Pam’s Daily Dish.

Tips on How To Make Pumpkin Recipes

• Choose the right pumpkin: For cooking and baking, go for sugar pumpkins (also called pie pumpkins). They’re sweeter, creamier, and less watery than large carving pumpkins.

• Use pumpkin puree wisely: Canned pumpkin puree is quick and reliable, but fresh pumpkin works beautifully too. If using fresh, roast and puree it, then drain any extra liquid so your dishes don’t turn out watery.

• Balance the flavors: Pumpkin has a natural sweetness, so pair it with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for desserts, or herbs like sage, thyme, and rosemary for savory dishes. A little salt always helps bring out the flavor.

• Get creative with recipes: Pumpkin isn’t just for pies. Try it in muffins, pancakes, soups, pasta sauces, or even smoothies. Its versatility makes it perfect for breakfast, dinner, and dessert.

30 Pumpkin Recipes

1. Pumpkin Bundt Dump Cake

This delicious pumpkin dump bundt cake is a snap to prepare using a cake mix. Comes out light and moist with a perfect pumpkin flavor. Everyone will love this cake and so will you!It happened to be a spice cake mix. How perfect since it’s right around Thanksgiving.

Get the full recipe from: Pam’s Daily Dish

2. Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Moist and fluffy pumpkin spice cupcakes are infused with pumpkin puree and an aromatic blend of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Add that velvety cream cheese frosting on top and it’s the perfect balance of sweet, tangy and luscious without the added caffeine. Not only are these fluffy pumpkin cupcakes with luscious cream cheese frosting absolutely divine, but they’re also a fantastic dessert for any fall gathering.

Get the full recipe from: Jersey Girl Cooks

3. Quick Pumpkin Chicken Curry

This Pumpkin Chicken Curry recipe is the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings for something hearty and flavorful. This dish combines tender chicken breasts, creamy coconut milk, and sweet pumpkin purée for a perfect blend of flavors. The warm spices like turmeric and cumin add a cozy taste and come with immune-boosting benefits, making it both delicious and good for you. It’s a comforting meal that’s simple to make and packed with flavor!

Get the full recipe from: The Foodie Affair

4. Pumpkin Pie Tacos

These Pumpkin Pie Tacos are a unique twist on a classic fall dessert. Made with a cinnamon sugar tortilla crust and filled with a creamy pumpkin filling, these “tacos” are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. These tacos are not only tasty, but they also work great as a holiday dessert. Your friends and family will love them.

Get the full recipe from: Maria’s Mixing Bowl

5. Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

Pumpkin French Toast Casserole is perfect for an autumn breakfast or holiday brunch. Bread gets a generous coating of this cinnamon and pumpkin egg mixture that’s sprinkled with a pumpkin pie-spiced brown sugar streusel before being baked to scrumptiousness. A drizzle of maple syrup is all that’s needed before serving.

Get the full recipe from: Moore or Less Cooking

6. Pumpkin Cobbler

Easy Pumpkin Cobbler recipe from scratch made without cake mix. It has a creamy silky pumpkin base just like pumpkin pie with all the delicious spices and is topped with a crunchy from scratch cobbler topping that is filled with delicious pumpkin spices to make this a fall favorite and great alternative to Pumpkin Pie at Thanksgiving.

Get the full recipe from: Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch

7. Pumpkin Chia Pudding

Pumpkin Chia Pudding – Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this creamy and delicious chia pudding. Enjoy this wholesome and aromatic treat chilled for a breakfast or dessert! It is super easy to make and a delicious treat for anyone looking to enjoy the flavors of autumn in a healthy way.

Get the full recipe from: Blend with Spices

8. Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins -With Chocolate Pudding

Instead of chocolate chips or chocolate cake, try preparing & using an easy packet of chocolate pudding mix, & use to give some surprise pockets of moist chocolate goodness! Try this new recipe for muffins, with pumpkin & all the spices that resonate Fall, but with a special ingredient of chocolate pudding!

Get the full recipe from: Easy Online Baking Lessons

9. Pumpkin and Sausage Pasta

Pumpkin and Sausage Pasta is a deliciously savory pumpkin recipe that’s hearty and comforting for all to enjoy! The spinach and nutmeg are for the fiber and nutrition, and the cream cheese and pumpkin puree that clings to the pasta making a creamy sauce is something that both kids will enjoy.

Get the full recipe from: Kudos Kitchen by Renee

10. 3 Ingredient Pumpkin Brownies

This easy recipe for 3 ingredient pumpkin brownies is the perfect way to get in on all the fall pumpkin action, even if you aren’t a fan of pumpkin, you really don’t even taste the pumpkin. It’s for the amazing moistness it gives with the perfect brownie chew. They’re rich, chocolaty, and fudge, and the added pumpkin gives them an even richer texture with a very mild pumpkin flavor that seems to bring out the richness of the chocolatey taste.

Get the full recipe from: Pam’s Daily Dish

11. Fluffy Pumpkin Spice Pancakes (with Buttermilk)

These delicious pumpkin spiced pancakes are worth making from scratch because they are beautifully fluffy and have the perfect balance of sweetness paired with the warm spices of pumpkin pie. Enjoy these pancakes on a cool fall morning or anytime of the year when the mood strikes!

Get the full recipe from: This Mom Cooks

12. Homemade Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte

Warm spice and seasonal flavors combine to make an irresistible Homemade Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte. Now you can skip a trip to your local coffee shop and make this iced latte at home in just minutes with simple ingredients.

Get the full recipe from: Swirls of Flavor

13. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cake (Dairy-Free)

Moist layers of gluten-free pumpkin cake full of warm fall spices and covered in a whipped honey cream cheese frosting. This easy one-bowl cake is perfect for every autumn occasion. Naturally sweetened with honey and covered with the most decadent dairy-free whipped cream cheese frosting, this pumpkin cake is sure to be a fall favorite of yours too.

Get the full recipe from: Caked by Katie

14. Pumpkin Granola Bars (Nut Free)

Pumpkin Granola Bars have those warm, yummy flavors of fall. With a variety of seeds taking the place of the nuts, these nut-free granola bars are a delicious treat, snack, or even breakfast with a cup of coffee or hot milk!These Pumpkin Granola Bars are a fantastic way to enjoy even more pumpkin flavors…. And in a healthy-ish kind of way.

Get the full recipe from: The Salty Pot

15. Homemade Pumpkin Pop Tarts Recipe

Delight in the warm, comforting essence of spiced pumpkin puree wrapped in flaky, golden pastry with our easy-to-follow Homemade Pumpkin Poptarts recipe. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this treat is ideal for the fall season or any time of year. Learn how to make these mouthwatering pumpkin treats from scratch. These treats are sure to capture your taste buds in the essence of the season. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make!

Get the full recipe from: Manila Spoon

16. Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles

If you like cheesecake and chocolate truffles, you will love these pumpkin cheesecake truffles coated with creamy chocolate. They are sure to be a big hit with everyone. Enjoy! The warm spiced cakes and hot drinks are always a hit. Even candy. Speaking of candy, these truffles are spiked with warm spices and taste like autumn. The cheesecake middle with the smooth chocolate coating is scrumptious.

Get the full recipe from: Pam’s Daily Dish

17. Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Fall is perfect for baking, and nothing says fall like pumpkin cinnamon rolls. These rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a gooey pumpkin spice mixture, made with real pumpkin puree for a rich flavor and moist texture.

Get the full recipe from: Mama Needs Cake

18. Mini Pumpkin Cheeseballs

These Mini Pumpkin Cheeseballs are the cutest fall appetizer! Savory, cheesy, and festive, perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving, or Fall charcuterie boards. This recipe takes that same savory cream cheese mixture and turns it into adorable little pumpkins. They’re bite-sized, perfectly portioned, and way more fun to serve.

Get the full recipe from: Life With The Crust Cut Off

19. Pumpkin Spiced Hot Chocolate (Homemade Cocoa Recipe)

Pumpkin Spiced Hot Chocolate Bombs are a festive fall take on regular hot chocolate-filled bombs. If you enjoy a warm cup of homemade hot chocolate on a chilly fall day, pumpkin hot chocolate is a great way to warm up. This pumpkin spice filled hot cocoa chocolate bomb makes for an excellent gift for neighbors or even friends. Hosting a fall party? You could use these hot cocoa bombs as a delicious warm drink for your party.

Get the full recipe from: Kim Schob

20. Mini Pumpkin Pies with Graham Cracker Crust

Mini Pumpkin Pies with Graham Cracker Crust are adorable little pies with creamy maple pumpkin filling (without milk) on homemade cookie crusts. These individual pies bake in under 30 minutes — way less than traditional pumpkin pie! — and are fun mini desserts for Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday parties. Mini pumpkin pies with graham cracker crust are the perfect size to enjoy after a big Thanksgiving dinner.

Get the full recipe from: Midwestern Holidays

21. Pumpkin Patch Cookies

These Pumpkin Patch Cookies are a fun fall favorite. Made with our Chocolate Frosted Cookies, Oreo cookie crumbs, candy pumpkins, and white chocolate vines, they are cute little mini pumpkin patch treats. Kids love both making and eating them, and they are fun to share with friends, classmates, or at Halloween and fall parties.

Get the full recipe from: Risa’s Family Kitchen

22. Simple Pumpkin Ricotta Parfait

For a quick and easy recipe using leftover canned pumpkin, you must try this simple pumpkin ricotta parfait. It’s sweet and creamy and looks so fancy. It’s perfect for company yet easy enough for a weeknight dessert. So easily made into more serving for larger crowds. Make some just for you the first time and enjoy every spoonful!

Get the full recipe from: Pam’s Daily Dish

23. Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup

Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup is incredibly creamy and filled with warm fall flavors. Made with fresh pumpkin, coconut cream, and spices, this is the perfect accompaniment to any holiday dish. The delicious soup is incredibly flavorful, heartwarming, and filling. It can be served as an appetizer or side dish. Made with simple ingredients and little effort this will become your go-to creamy pumpkin soup recipe.

Get the full recipe from: Sweet and Savory Meals

24. Pumpkin Snickerdoodle: Perfectly Spiced Fall Cookie

Fall is here, and it’s time to embrace all things pumpkin! While pumpkin pies and lattes are favorites, there’s another treat that deserves a spot in your fall treat lineup: pumpkin snickerdoodles, AKA Pumpkindoodles! These soft, chewy cookies blend the warm spices of snickerdoodles with the cozy richness of pumpkin, creating a delightful fall treat that you’re sure to love.

Get the full recipe from: Maegan Kay Bakes

25. Pumpkin Fluff Dip

This Pumpkin Fluff Dip Recipe is delicious, and the perfect easy sweet appetizer, or even dessert, for serving this holiday season. It takes just minutes to make, so this is the perfect addition to your busy holiday menu. This fluff has just the right amount of pumpkin flavor, it’s not overwhelming, and the vanilla pudding and whip topping really help to make it a delicious dip that even pumpkin skeptics will enjoy.

Get the full recipe from: Planning Inspired

26. Quick Pumpkin Mousse

Here’s a simple way to make a creamy and luscious quick pumpkin mousse that happens to be lower in fat and calorie. Everyone will love how decadent this mousse is and so will you. Enjoy! This is a wonderful recipe that is fast and easy to put together any day of the week. Great for dessert on busy weeknights or fancy enough for company. Anyone you serve this to will be impressed.

Get the full recipe from: Pam’s Daily Dish

27. Pumpkin Bars with Cake Mix

Pumpkin Bars with cake mix are soft and chewy with layers of gooey pumpkin-spiced sweetened condensed milk, pecans, cranberries, white and dark chocolate chips, and flaky coconut. Delicious fall dessert that starts with a handy box of cake mix! These easy pumpkin bars are thick, soft, gooey, and full of pumpkin spice flavor. Perfect fall dessert with all the warm and cozy flavors of pumpkin season.

Get the full recipe from: Midwestern HomeLife

28. Pumpkin Scones

These pumpkin scones are made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and topped with white glaze and pumpkin icing for a cozy fall treat baked right at home. These scones feature a tender and crumbly scone base enriched with pumpkin puree and a blend of spices like cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and pumpkin pie spice.

Get the full recipe from: Spaceship and Laser Beams

29. Pumpkin Filled Crepes {Gluten-Free}

These Pumpkin Filled Crepes are sweet, light and simple to prepare. They are gluten-free and made without any refined sugars! Feel free to substitute berries or another fruit if you’d like. These may look fancy and decadent, but they really are easy to make and healthy. Think birthday celebrations, holidays and any old weekend morning.

Get the full recipe from: Lauren Kelly Nutrition

30. Starbucks Copycat Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte

This Starbucks Copycat iced pumpkin spice latte is loaded with rich, pumpkin spice flavors just like the original. It’s a quick and easy latte that’s rich, delicious, and loaded with the flavors of fall. It’s the perfect drink to enjoy all season long! This delicious iced latte features the caffeine kick of espresso along with pumpkin spice, maple syrup, milk, and pumpkin puree to create a classic latte that’s full of fall flavor. It only uses a few simple ingredients.

Get the full recipe from: Pam’s Daily Dish

Frequently Asked Questions on Pumpkin Recipes

Are pumpkin recipes healthy?

Pumpkin is rich in fiber, vitamin A, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious ingredient. The healthiness of a recipe depends on what else goes into it, but pumpkin itself is low in calories and packed with nutrients.

Are pumpkin recipes kid-friendly?

Definitely. Pumpkin’s mild flavor and natural sweetness make it easy to add to kid-friendly dishes like muffins, pancakes, mac and cheese, and even smoothies.

How do I make pumpkin flavor stronger in recipes?

Use concentrated pumpkin puree (cook down fresh pumpkin to remove excess liquid) and boost the flavor with spices, vanilla, or maple syrup. Sometimes the spice blend enhances the pumpkin more than extra puree does.

Can pumpkin be used in gluten-free or vegan recipes?

Yes. Pumpkin is naturally gluten-free and vegan. It can help add moisture and binding in vegan baking and pairs well with gluten-free flours in breads, cakes, and muffins.

Pumpkin recipes are all about comfort and flavor. They fit perfectly into cozy pies, muffins, soups, pastas, and even drinks, showing just how flexible this ingredient can be. Pumpkin doesn’t just taste good, it’s also nourishing and adds a special touch to everyday meals.

Try adding more pumpkin dishes to your table this season. From sweet treats to savory favorites, they’re simple, satisfying, and bring a little extra warmth to every bite.

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you enjoy these 30 sweet and savory pumpkin recipes. All are so delish!

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