There are a million things to love about fall. The crisp weather that comes as a welcome respite from the scorching heat of summer. The cozy layered fashion that allows us to break out our favorite boots and scarves. Bustin’ out our creativity to go all in on a DIY Halloween costume that’ll take home a blue ribbon at every costume contest out there.
But let’s be real. The real reason we crave fall is because of the pumpkin. Give us all the pumpkin!
If you’ve been waiting for pumpkin all year long (and we know you have), we’ve got dozens of recipes to get you started. We’ll totally still be driving through Starbucks to score a PSL on the reg from now until Christmas, but a little homemade action never hurts. From sweet to savory, you’re gonna want to try all of these out.
Originally published September 2013. Updated September 2017.
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No-bake pumpkin brûlée
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows This creamy and crunchy dessert is the perfect after-dinner treat.
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Caramel pumpkin apple pull-apart bread
Image Credit: Claire Gallam//SheKnows They should call this tear-apart bread because take just one bite, and you’ll be tearing it to pieces.
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Cinnamon-pumpkin ice cream sandwiches
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows The flavors and textures of fall unite in this cool, creamy treat.
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Homemade spiced pumpkin butter recipe
Image Credit: Brandi Bidot/SheKnows Spread this seasonal butter on your breakfast toast and desserts.
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Boozy pumpkin pie milkshake
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Pumpkin gets tipsy with this naughty yet nice adult milkshake.
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Chocolate caramel pumpkin dessert
Image Credit: Beth Jackson Klosterboer/SheKnows Move over, Martha Stewart. This adorable recipe will bring out your creative side.
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Slow cooker pumpkin pie recipe
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows This fall-inspired dish is easy as pie and will have you going back for seconds (maybe even thirds!).
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Cheesy pumpkin soup with bacon and crispy shallots
Image Credit: Karen Miner/SheKnows Did someone say cheese and bacon? Say no more.
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Eggplant pumpkin peanut curry
Image Credit: Carolyn Stalnaker/SheKnows This is the story of when East met West. Together, they made a pumpkin curry that could change the world.
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Pumpkin frozen yogurt
Image Credit: Brandy O'Neill/SheKnows Satisfy your sweet tooth with this simple and healthy frozen treat.
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DIY pumpkin keg and harvest sangria recipe
Image Credit: Karen Miner/SheKnows Pumpkin carving is no longer just for kids. Wow partygoers with this pumpkin keg and spiced sangria.
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Mason jar pumpkin cupcakes
Image Credit: Brandy O'Neill/SheKnows These cupcakes are individually sized and good for on the go.
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Peekaboo pumpkin pound cake
Image Credit: Sandra Denneler/SheKnows This cake is as fun to eat as it is to make and includes a surprise in the middle.
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Easy wonton pumpkin ravioli
Image Credit: DukeII/Getty Images You’ll be raving for ravioli after trying this delicious dish.
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Homemade pumpkin toaster pastries
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows You will never buy another store-bought pastry again after trying these warm and flaky squares.
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Pumpkin fluff dip inside a pumpkin
Image Credit: Brandy O'Neill/SheKnows Who needs chips and dip when you can eat this fluffy and festive snack?
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Pumpkin spice granola and yogurt parfaits
Image Credit: Karen Miner/SheKnows Is it breakfast? Is it dessert? It doesn’t really matter when you’re eating delicious pumpkin spice parfaits.
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Baked pumpkin mac ‘n’ cheese
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Forever change the way you see mac ‘n’ cheese, and try out this baked pumpkin mac recipe.
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Boozy pumpkin cheesecake shooters
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Shots have never been this easy to take. This boozy dessert is a total win.
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Pumpkin caramel popcorn
Image Credit: Jennifer Farley/SheKnows There may not be enough movies in the world to get through all of the fall-inspired popcorn we could eat.
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No-bake gingersnap pumpkin cheesecake trifle
Image Credit: Brandy O'Neill/SheKnows This no-bake dessert is no fuss to make and all fun to eat.
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Giant pumpkin cinnamon roll cake recipe
Image Credit: Brandi Bidot/SheKnows Just when you thought that a cinnamon roll couldn’t get any better, it did.
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Frozen chocolate-covered pumpkin cheesecake bites
Image Credit: Karen Miner/SheKnows These cool pumpkin cheesecake bites are so hot they will melt in your mouth and give you the chills.
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Pumpkin-spiced kisses recipe
Image Credit: Brandi Bidot/SheKnows Eating one of these will surely be the spiciest and sweetest kiss you’ve ever had.
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Spiced pumpkin cider recipes
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Cozy up on your couch with a good book and this spiced pumpkin cider in hand.
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Pumpkin pie streusel bars
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Say “auf wiedersehen” to other dessert bars and “hello” to this tasty pumpkin streusel.
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Low-fat pumpkin pudding recipe
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Low fat and high quality is what you will get when you take a bite of this fall pudding.
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Pumpkin-cinnamon milkshake
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows This creamy drink is perfect for fall and light on sugar.
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Pumpkin cream cheese mini muffins
Image Credit: Claire Gallam/SheKnows Don’t be fooled by their size, each bite packs a punch of pumpkin flavor.
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