40 Best Pumpkin Desserts for the Ultimate Fall Baking List
Time to break out that pumpkin pie spice.
Every item on this page was chosen by an editor from The Pioneer Woman. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.
Out of all the fall desserts, the treats that seem to win everyone over year after year are pumpkin-flavored treats. There's just nothing like a warm pumpkin chocolate chip cookie fresh from the oven on a chilly autumn day. Whether you're looking for Thanksgiving desserts, Halloween treats, or some simple after-school snacks (hello, pumpkin spice muffins), this list has all the best pumpkin dessert recipes for any occasion.
The stars of most of these pumpkin recipes are pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Of course you can buy both on your next supermarket run (in that case, make sure you know the difference between canned pumpkin versus pie filling), but you can also make homemade pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice with ease! These two ingredients add heavenly fall flavor to freshly baked fall cakes, cookies, and even pumpkin drinks like a pumpkin spice latte and pumpkin pie martini for the adults in the room.
Stock up on plenty of both to make treats like a stunning pumpkin layer cake complete with cream cheese frosting or pumpkin bread that makes enough to gift a neighbor (or enjoy all yourself). For cute desserts that are perfect for kids, try the Halloween cheesecake bars or cereal treats. Both are guaranteed to disappear in a flash at any party. You really can't go wrong with any of these pumpkin spiced sweets. They're just the thing to make when the weather turns chilly!
Pumpkin Layer Cake
With tender layers of spiced pumpkin cake and lots of cream cheese frosting spread between and all around, this fall cake is pure decadence.
Get Ree's Pumpkin Layer Cake recipe.
Pumpkin Slab Pie
If you've got a crowd to feed but still want the experience of traditional pumpkin pie, make a slab! It's baked in a sheet pan and serves at least 12.
Get Ree's Pumpkin Slab Pie recipe.
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Part cake, part cookie, and entirely delicious, whoopie pies are a great way to get your pumpkin fix. To make them even better, the spiced cookies are filled with a marshmallow frosting.
Get Ree's Pumpkin Whoopie Pies recipe.
Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread
Pop open a can of biscuits and get spicy... pumpkin spicy, that is! Turn the ever-popular pull-apart monkey bread into an autumnal treat with both pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice.
Get the Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread recipe.
Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Who wouldn't want cake for breakfast? And this pumpkin version not only has a crunchy streusel on top but also a cream cheese drizzle for good measure.
Get the Pumpkin Coffee Cake recipe.
Pumpkin Dip
This creamy dip is perfect for kids. Make it for an after-school snack to serve with apples slices, graham crackers, and pretzels. The dip tastes just like pumpkin cheesecake, which means adults will love it, too.
Get the Pumpkin Dip recipe.
Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
These fluffy cookies are for all the cakey cookie fans out there! Aside from their delightful texture, these cookies are filled with the warm spices and topped with a delicious pumpkin glaze.
Get the Pumpkin Sugar Cookies recipe.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Pumpkin muffins are delicious as is, but they're even better when you added chocolate chips. Bake a batch and enjoy them for dessert, breakfast, or a simple snack.
Pumpkin Truffles
These truffles make the cutest fall gift. The middle is made of graham cracker crumbs, pumpkin, white chocolate, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cozy spices. Then they're dipped in even more chocolate!
Get the Pumpkin Truffles recipe.
Pumpkin Bars
From Halloween parties to fall bake sales, you'd be hard-pressed to find an occasion where these pumpkin bars don't make sense. They're rich and dense, with a thick layer of spiced cream cheese on top.
Get the Pumpkin Bars recipe.
Halloween Cheesecake Bars
These adorable dessert bars are a must-have at your Halloween spookfest. With an Oreo crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and candy topping, they're as tasty as they are cute.
Get the Halloween Cheesecake Bars recipe.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Give your favorite chocolate chip cookies a fall update with this recipe! Canned pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice give the cookies so much warm, cozy flavor. There's begging to be dunked in a glass of milk!
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Whether you enjoy it first thing in the morning or as a night cap alongside a slice of freshly baked pumpkin bread, a pumpkin spice latte is a delicious sip for fall. Learn how to make the best version right at home.
Get the Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.
Pumpkin Bread
Two loaves of pumpkin bread are better than one! Gift one to a friend or keep both for yourself. This recipe shows you how to make loaves topped with pumpkin seeds or studded with chocolate.
Get the Pumpkin Bread recipe.
Pumpkin Trifle
When you need an easy fall dessert, this heavenly pumpkin trifle comes to the rescue. You can even make it a day in advance and store it in your fridge until it's time to serve!
Get the Pumpkin Trifle recipe.
Pumpkin Cheesecake
This mile-high cheesecake is made to impress=! Wow the crowd even more by topping it with crunchy pecans, a thick drizzle of rich caramel sauce, and a spoonful of whipped cream.
Get the Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe.
Pumpkin Cream Pie
Ree Drummond's favorite version of pumpkin pie is light, mildly flavored, and oh-so creamy! This pie will be a fresh addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table.
Get Ree's Pumpkin Cream Pie recipe.
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Cocktail or dessert? You be the judge. Topped with a big dollop of frozen whipped cream, this pumpkin pie-inspired martini is decadent and delicious.
Get the Pumpkin Pie Martini recipe.
Pumpkin Roll
This swirled cake roll may look impressive, but it's actually easy to make. Between the pumpkin cake and the cinnamon-spiked cream cheese frosting filling, it's delightfully moist and full of flavor.
Get the Pumpkin Roll recipe.
Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
Save an extra slice of pumpkin pie from your Thanksgiving lunch to make this creamy milkshake. You can even mix in a little bourbon or rum if you're into that kind of thing!
Get the Pumpkin Pie Milkshake recipe.
Cowboy Cookie Bars Are Ladd's Ideal Snack
Serve Golden Honey Cake With Tea or Coffee
How To Make Easy Cinnamon Roll Peach Cobbler
38 Easy Tailgate Desserts to Pack Up for Game Day
