Pumpkin décor, pumpkin carving, pumpkin desserts—if it’s got pumpkin in the name, you can bet it’s on my fall bucket list. Every year, when October rolls around, my kitchen basically turns into a pumpkin dessert factory (no regrets). From crisp autumn nights to cozy gatherings, there’s just something about baking with pumpkin that makes the season feel extra special.
14 Pumpkin Desserts to Spice up Your Season
And here’s the best part: pumpkin desserts don’t stop at pie. Fresh or canned pumpkin adds magic to everything from chewy cookies to pillowy snack cakes. So if you’re ready to lean into pumpkin spice season in the sweetest way possible, these pumpkin desserts are guaranteed to keep you baking (and snacking) all fall long.
1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
All the flavor of a classic cheesecake, but easier to make and perfectly portioned. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a swirl of pumpkin spice filling, these bars disappear fast.
2. Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, spiced, and loaded with melty chocolate—these are the kind of cookies that pair perfectly with your afternoon coffee.
3. Pumpkin Bread with Brown Butter Glaze
Rich, moist, and full of warm spice. The brown butter glaze adds a nutty depth that takes this quick bread to another level.
4. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Think bakery-style muffins with a hidden surprise inside: a tangy cream cheese center that melts into the fluffy pumpkin batter.
5. Pumpkin Crumble Cake
Part coffee cake, part cobbler, this cozy treat combines a tender pumpkin base with a cinnamon-oat crumble topping. Perfect for brunch or dessert.
6. Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
All the flavor of your favorite pie—no oven required. Blend pumpkin purée, vanilla ice cream, and a pinch of pie spice for the ultimate fall treat.
7. Pumpkin Tiramisu
An unexpected twist on the Italian classic. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers meet pumpkin mascarpone cream—it’s indulgent in all the right ways.
