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    Home » Fall Favorite Recipes

    The BEST 22 Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

    Published: Oct 17, 2021 · by Elizabeth Waterson · This post may contain affiliate links, which may pay me a small commission for my referral at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Confessions of a Baking Queen!

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    As soon as the weather turns or here in California the calendar changes from August to September my tastebuds switch from stone-fruit to the rich, warming flavors of pumpkin.

    Baking with pumpkin packs so much moisture, thickness, and subtle flavor to your baked goods then add some delicious pumpkin pie spice for the best warm flavor combination! It is often used as a fat substitute for a healthier twist on baking recipes.

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread

    This easy pumpkin quick bread is swirled with a cream cheese layer resembling cheesecake. This bread has been named a bread because it's not overly sweet. It's the perfect treat with a cup of coffee!

    pumpkin cream cheese bread slices on a white plate on a white surface with a blue linen

    Oat Flour Pumpkin Bread

    My oat flour banana bread for years has been one of the most popular recipes on my website so a few years back I knew that I needed to make a pumpkin version. This has also become a reader favorite.

    oat flour pumpkin bread sliced on a wire rack on a white background with an orange, yellow, and white linen

    Nutella Swirled Pumpkin Bread

    When we added Nutella to our beloved pumpkin bread my family was cautious to try it, once they did the loaf was gone within the hour. Trust me, it is one of the best combinations!!

    pumpkin nutella bread slices on a wire rack on a white surface with a wooden knife and small bowl of spices

    Cookie Butter Pumpkin Bread

    Once we knew that Nutella was a winner with pumpkin it was only natural to try cookie butter. The natural warmth of spicy cookie butter pairs perfectly with fall's number one ingredient!

    slices of pumpkin cookie butter bread on a marble serving platter

    Pumpkin Cheesecake

    One of the recipes that made me fall deeply in love with pumpkin. I never have an autumn season without this easy pumpkin cheesecake recipe.

    pumpkin cheesecake with a slice being taken out on a white marble cake stand

    No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

    This cheesecake is for those that might be unsure of making a baked cheesecake. There are no eggs involved and no baking all you have to do is be patient and let the cheesecake chill.

    close up of cut open pumpkin cheesecake on a white platter on top of a blue linen on a light brown surface

    Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    What better way to have cheesecake than in a bar form!

    pumpkin cheesecake bars on a wire rack on top of a blue linen on a brown surface with a knife and small bowl of ground cinnamon

    Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

    Another hand-held version. These individual pumpkin cheesecakes are made in a cupcake pan, get crazy and use some autumnal cupcake liners.

    pumpkin cheesecake on a white plate on top of an orange linen

    Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

    Incredibly soft cinnamon rolls are filled with real pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice for a warm, fall breakfast dream! These pumpkin cinnamon rolls are absolutely scrumptious. Detailed step-by-step photos teach you how to bake this cinnamon rolls recipe.

    pumpkin cinnamon rolls frosted in a glass dish on a red and brown surface with a wood knife

    Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins

    Rich, moist pumpkin muffins are filled with a cheesecake mixture and topped with pumpkin spiced pumpkin seeds. Forget Starbucks Muffins, these Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins are the only pumpkin muffin you will need this fall! 

    split in half cream cheese pumpkin muffin in a white bowl

    Pumpkin Nutella Muffins

    Deliciously soft and moist pumpkin muffins are swirled with Nutella for a spectacular fall breakfast treat. Step-by-step photos show you how to bake this delicious mini muffin recipe. These Pumpkin Nutella Muffins will be your new fall favorite!!

    up close of nutella pumpkin muffin on a wire rack on a light brown surface

    Pumpkin Muffins

    Gorgeous and moist pumpkin muffins are topped with brown sugar and oat streusel and finished with a maple glaze. These Pumpkin muffins encompass all your fall muffin dreams in one! 

    tray of pumpkin muffins on a wire rack on a grey surface with a knife

    Pumpkin Coffee Cake

    This pumpkin coffee cake is soft, tender, and full of warm spices. The perfect brunch recipe for the autumn season. Made with simple ingredients this pumpkin coffee cake recipe is easy to make and a favorite by all!!

    slice of pumpkin coffee cake half eaten on a white plate on top of a blue and whiteh linen on a grey surface with a cup of coffee and more cake in the background

    Baked Pumpkin Maple Donuts

    Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts are full of delicious autumn flavor and topped with a glorious maple glaze. Step-by-step photos teach you how to bake this cake-style pumpkin donut recipe.

    stack of pumpkin cake donuts on a black cooling rack on top of a blue striped towel

    Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

    This Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Recipe will become your new favorite. Step-by-step photos show you how to bake these cookies. Brown butter, pumpkin pie spice, and real pumpkin puree are what makes these the best Pumpkin snickerdoodle Cookie! 

    hand holding four pieces of pumpkin snickerdooles over a red and grey surface

    Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    This Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe will become your new favorite. Brown Butter, Pumpkin Pie Spice, Pumpkin, and of course loads of Chocolate Chunks are what makes these the best Pumpkin chocolate chip cookie! 

    broken in half pumpkin chocolate chip cookie

    Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirled Brownies

    Thick chewy brownies are studded with dollops of pumpkin cheesecake and vanilla cheesecake. These extra special fall-inspired brownies are the perfect dessert for your Halloween or Thanksgiving party! Step-by-step photos show you how to make this pumpkin cheesecake brownie recipe.

    stack of pumpkin cream cheese brownies on a wire rack on top of an orange linen on a light grey surface

    Pumpkin Pie Bars

    The perfect fall treat for a party! A delicious oat pecan shortbread crust is filled with a creamy pumpkin filling, then topped with a crumble and butterscotch chips. Honestly, these pumpkin pie bars don't get enough attention!

    stack of pumpkin pie bars on a white marble surface

    Pumpkin Pie

    A delicious fail-proof recipe for pumpkin pie. Easily made a day or two ahead of time this pumpkin pie recipe is the best! Perfect for Thanksgiving dessert.

    pumpkin pie in a glass pie dish with a slice missing

    Pumpkin Layer Cake

    Easy Brown Butter Pumpkin Cake Recipe is filled with Dulce de Leche and a Brown Butter Frosting, you will love this Easy Pumpkin Layer Cake! Step-by-step photos teach you how to bake this cake recipe.

    up close of half eaten pumpkin layer cake on a stack of light plates with a fork

    Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Pumpkin Bars frosted with a Cream Cheese Frosting are irresistible and super easy and quick to make! The perfect fall treat. Step-by-step photos help you make these tasty pumpkin cake bars!

    pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting on white plates on a grey background

    Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

    And last but not least, the spice blend we all adore. You can buy this premixed at the store but in case you run out you can easily mix up your own!

    pumpkin pie spices in a glass bowl on a light brown surface

    Don't forget to check out all of my fall favorite recipes.

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    1. Cynthia Jones says

      October 18, 2021 at 12:19 pm

      Elizabeth,
      I love your recipes! Is it possible to replace the pumpkin for sweet potato in your pumpkin recipes. Not a very big fan of pumpkin but I love sweet potatoes.
      Cynthia

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      • Elizabeth Waterson says

        October 21, 2021 at 6:35 pm

        Hi Cynthia, thanks for reaching out. I have never swapped out sweet potatoes for pumpkin but it seems as if you can totally swap it out. Please let me know if you try any of the recipes! Hope you're having a wonderful autumn season! XX Liz

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