Fall, or pumpkin season, is coming up soon. Below you will find 50 pumpkin desserts to get you in the mood for fall and cooler weather!
As the weather starts to cool and leaves begin to fall, hungry minds begin to think about comfort food. This hungry mind has been thinking about pumpkin desserts in particular. Pumpkin can be used for so much more than pumpkin pie or pumpkin spice lattes.
I’ll be honest, more than any other fruit or non-fruit, these are my favorite recipes for autumn. I just can’t get enough. I’m really excited to share all of our recipes here on the blog, because there are a whole buncha good ones!
What desserts can you make using pumpkin?
This large orange gourd is a great ingredient in baked goods since it can replace butter or oil and really gives you a moist and delicious dessert.
Think brownies, cakes, cookies, muffins, etc. It can also be used in puddings, ice cream, fudge – really any dessert you can think of can benefit from pumpkin as an ingredient.
What flavors go well with pumpkin?
Most people think of pumpkin spice when they think of pumpkin desserts. However, there are many other flavors that pair well.
The recipes I’ve collected for you here include ingredients like pecans, maple syrup, apples, butterscotch, cranberries, cream cheese, and even chai!
I invite you to take a look at this amazing list of fall desserts and discover some new autumn favorites. Then let me know what you love in the comments!
Pumpkin Desserts
There are 50+ pumpkin dessert recipes here. From cake to brownies to custard and even a milkshake! You are sure to find at least one fall dessert recipe you want to make right now.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies
Learn how to make these pumpkin cream cheese brownies in under an hour! They're easy and such a tasty treat.
Pumpkin Blondies
These pumpkin blondie bars are a delicious fall dessert, and the perfect combination of chewy and soft.
Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
Learn how to make iced pumpkin cookies that everyone will love! This recipe is very easy and quick.
Pumpkin Carrot Cake
A delicious combination of carrot and pumpkin in a cake topped with cream cheese frosting!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups
A three layer dessert - creamy mousse topped with cheesecake mousse and then sprinkled with a pecan and graham cracker crumble.
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
This pumpkin pie whoopie pie recipe is perfect for fall or Halloween! You'll love the tasty frosting filling.
Pumpkin Creme Brulee
Make this pumpkin spice creme brulee recipe that is perfect for fall! Serve it for an autumn celebration, Thanksgiving, or any other occasion that you'd like a special dessert.
Pecan Bars
Combining two delicious fall flavors (pumpkin and pecan) results in a the most incredible pumpkin pie pecan bars, a new staple in my fall baking rotation!
Pumpkin Mousse
Learn how to make an easy, no bake soft dessert for fall with homemade whipped cream, pumpkin, sugar, pudding, and spices.
Pumpkin Ice Cream
Dairy Free ice cream with only 6 ingredients? Yes, and it doesn't need to be churned either!
Pumpkin Monkey Bread
Get the recipe for the most delicious pumpkin monkey bread with cream cheese glaze! Such a perfectly simple fall dessert that is easy for anyone to make.
Pumpkin Rice Pudding
This slow cooker rice pudding is perfect for fall! Make this EASY pumpkin spice crockpot rice pudding with minimal effort and delicious results.
Pumpkin Cranberry Biscotti
Pumpkin spice flavor combined with tart cranberries is a wonderful fall combination!
Pumpkin Cupcakes
Pumpkin season is here and what better way to celebrate than with some pumpkin spice flavored cupcakes? These moist, fluffy cupcakes are perfectly paired with cream cheese and cinnamon frosting.
Pumpkin-Apple Chimichanga
Pumpkin and apple combine to make a fall-inspired filling for this Mexican dessert.
Pumpkin Fudge
While sweet pies tend to get most of the attention during pumpkin season, another delicious way to use this ingredient is to make pumpkin fudge!
Don't forget to check out our other fudge recipes too.
Pumpkin Rumchata Pudding Shots
In 10 minutes you can whip up this dessert that is for grown ups only—sorry kids!
Pumpkin Linzer Cookies
These pumpkin butter linzer cookies are the perfect holiday treat! They're soft, buttery, and great for a fall dessert.
Pumpkin Pasties
No, not that kind of pasty! Pasties are a British dessert. This one is inspired by Harry Potter.
Pumpkin Trifle
If you love delicious fall desserts, this pumpkin trifle recipe is going to end up on your favorites list! Perfect for Thanksgiving.
Pumpkin Pie Crust Cookies
These cookies are super easy to make! Although there is no pumpkin in this recipe, it has pumpkin pie spice for that delicious flavor.
Pumpkin Pie Bread
Nothing says holiday baking quite like pumpkin bread! This delicious, moist bread is perfect with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
Pumpkin Roll with Mascarpone
Pumpkin roll is definitely the classic pumpkin dessert. However, this one switches it up with a mascarpone filling instead of cream cheese.
Pumpkin Icebox Cake
This refrigerator cake recipe completely embraces fall flavors with pumpkin, spice, and white chocolate! It's SO easy to make - no bake - and everyone LOVES it.
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon rolls from scratch are definitely the best. This recipe has a sweet pumpkin filling and cinnamon cream cheese icing!
Pumpkin Mug Cake
You'll love this pumpkin spice mug cake recipe! Transform a few ingredients into a tasty treat that can be baked right in your microwave in a minute.
Little Debbie Pumpkin Delights
A homemade copycat version of the Little Debbie seasonal treat. Bonus? This recipe is a healthier gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free version!
Mini Pumpkin Pies
These mini pumpkin pies are going to be an integral part of your fall dessert menu! Make these for Thanksgiving or any gathering with a lot of people.
Low Carb Pumpkin Pie
This low carb pumpkin pie is keto-friendly, sugar-free and gluten-free! Can it be good? Well, it has been rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by those who have tried it.
Pumpkin Baked Alaska
Make this from scratch or use a store-bought pound cake and pumpkin ice cream. Either way, it is delicious!
Pumpkin Tiramisu
A classic dessert with a fall-inspired twist—pumpkin, warm spices, and a hint of rum!
Pumpkin Spice Mini Oreo Cheesecake
In just 30 minutes you can whip up these mini cheesecakes made with pumpkin spice Oreos.
Get our other Oreo dessert recipes (tons of no bake options).
Pumpkin Pecan Bundt Cake
Fill your home with the scent of fall—no candle needed! This make ahead cake has all of the flavors (and scents) of fall.
No Bake Cream Cheese Bars
These delicious cream cheese bars are made with Oreos! You are going to LOVE this no bake dessert - make it in minutes. Perfect for parties!
Pumpkin Orange Chocolate Cake
This vertical layer cake is sure to wow your guests! With 5 layers, this is definitely not a dessert for beginner bakers.
Pumpkin Hand Pies
This quick and easy recipe is made using an air fryer and a few store-bought ingredients!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in your favorite fall flavor with this pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe! Soft, chewy, and delicious. These cookies are the perfect consistency!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake
I can't believe this cake was made in a pressure cooker. Those things are so versatile!
Pumpkin Spice Donut Holes
Wondering how to make donut holes? These baked pumpkin spice munchkins are so delicious! This donut hole recipe is really easy to make, too.
Crockpot Pumpkin Caramel Cake
Just look at the caramel dripping down this cake topped with vanilla ice cream. Yum!
Pumpkin Dip
If you want a delicious fall dessert to eat with apples or grahams, this pumpkin dip is amazing. Features cream cheese and Cool Whip.
Triple Chocolate Pumpkin Pie
Chocolate graham cracker crust topped with a chocolate pumpkin filling and then covered with a layer of melted milk chocolate. If you haven't been a fan of pumpkin pie in the past, this recipe will convert you!
Chocolate Pumpkin Bread
A standard pumpkin bread recipe gets a makeover with the addition of chocolate and drizzle. This is so moist and delicious!
Pumpkin Spice Churros
Store bought crescent rolls and pumpkin puree come together to make this super easy recipe. Make them in the air fryer or the oven, your choice!
Pumpkin Robert Redford
A 4-layer dessert consisting of a pecan crust, cheesecake, pumpkin, and then whipped topping!
Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake
This may look like a dessert you spend hours creating, but it comes together quite easily by "doctoring up" a boxed cake mix!
Fireball Pumpkin Pie
Take your traditional pumpkin pie up a notch with the addition of Fireball Whiskey or cinnamon whiskey.
Pumpkin Brownies
Only five ingredients needed and the brownies are gluten-free, dairy-free & low-sugar? You won't believe how fudgy these brownies turn out!
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
These low carb muffins are topped with a delicious sweet cream cheese swirl. They are great for dessert, a snack or even for breakfast!
Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
This recipe started out as a smoothie recipe but slowly became more indulgent with the addition of salted caramel, whipped cream, and an optional pumpkin donut garnish!
Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake
This cake starts as a yellow cake mix and is elevated to an amazing dessert with the addition of pumpkin, butterscotch pudding and pecans. It was also made in the Instant Pot!
Pumpkin Chiffon Pie Bars
Another layer dessert! This one starts with a graham cracker crust topped with pumpkin pie and chiffon. Add pecans and enjoy.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Braid
Store bought puff pastry makes this dessert much easier than it looks! This pastry braid is perfect for breakfast but also for any time of day (let's be honest).
If you enjoyed this dessert post, I’d love for you to check out these other ideas for fall!