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PART OF Thanksgiving: Desserts
Pumpkin pie? Yes, please! But don't stop there - see how you can fold this autumnal favorite into everything from cheesecake to brownies. Prefer it savory? Go take a peek at the rest of our top pumpkin recipes.
Pumpkin Squares
"This was the perfect Thanksgiving dessert. The squares tasted like spicy pumpkin pie but were so much easier to make."
-Buffalo Gal 75
Libby's Famous Pumpkin Pie
"I've been making this Thanksgiving recipe for over 35 years. Add whipped cream and you've got the best pumpkin pie in the world!"
-Mrs. Ferry
Pumpkin Loaf
"This recipe was very simple and easy to follow. The loaf came out perfectly sweet, moist and spicy."
-Chef #383542
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
"We loved these muffins. They have the perfect amount of pumpkin flavor. Next time I want to try them with mini chocolate chips!"
-Karamia
Pumpkin Bread Pudding
"Delicious! I made this bread pudding tonight and my house smells sooo good! It's the perfect fall dessert."
-Vanessa7
Pumpkin-Apple Bread
"I wanted to make an easy and delicious bread, and little did I know that this would be the best bread I've ever made! It's light, moist and flavorful."
-Geema
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
"It can't get any better than these cupcakes. They are similar to pumpkin rolls but without the extra mess. Even my kids loved them!"
-lollipoplane
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll
"I brought this roll to my family's house for Thanksgiving dessert, and it was a big hit!"
-Lauren8148
Pumpkin Bread Pudding
"I've had several friends and coworkers request the recipe from me because the Dutch honey sauce is phenomenal."
-1021589
Scratch Pumpkin Pie
"This is a great 'from scratch' pumpkin pie recipe. The directions are very easy to follow, and the pie is delicious!"
-Kendra Jean's Kitchen
Chocolate Pumpkin Pie
Mix it up this fall with a rich and dark take on your pumpkin pie, by swirling in chocolate and topping in off with pecans.
Pumpkin Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
"Amazing pumpkin bars! Very easy to make. I added one cup of cinnamon chips and one teaspoon of pumpkin pie spices."
-TinyLiz
Unbelievable Pumpkin Fudge Brownies
"You can't get any easier than these brownies! I love their pumpkin flavor!"
-LibbyAnne
Maple Pumpkin Bars
"I wish I could give these more than 5 stars. They're amazing!"
-Kree6528
Double-Layer Pumpkin Pie
"When I brought this to Thanksgiving dinner and saw three other pumpkin pies, I assumed mine would not get eaten. Guess whose pie was gone at the end of the day?!"
-Ang11002
Creamy Pumpkin Pie Dip
"This is perfect for a fall get-together. I served the dip with ginger cookies and everyone really liked it."
-KissKiss
Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie
"I absolutely loved this pie! I made it for family over the holidays and it was a major hit."
-Chef #656019
Pumpkin Crescent Rolls
"These are even tastier than what I expected. They are almost like little pumpkin pies in a roll."
-Color Guard Mom
Gooey Pumpkin-Butter Cake
"This cake was wonderful. We liked it much better than pumpkin pie. The bottom turned out chewy like a brownie, and the top was creamy."
-beckas
Pumpkin Pie Petits Fours
Tasty bite size pumpkin cakes with cream cheese frosting.
Pumpkin Cookie Butter Bundt Cakes
Two mini Bundt cakes come together to form one epic pumpkin-shaped dessert.
"What a terrific cake! We froze it a month before Thanksgiving, then defrosted it in the refrigerator the night before the big day."
-Buffalo Gal 75
Pecan-Pumpkin Spice Moon Pies
Perfect for any fall celebration.
Simon's Pumpkin Bread Pudding
"I tried this bread pudding before taking it to my family Thanksgiving celebration, and it was excellent!"
-Laura123
Cheesecake Factory Pumpkin Cheesecake
"This is the best pumpkin cheesecake I have ever eaten — it will definitely be a part of my Thanksgiving repertoire from now on."
-Jentry
Pumpkin Dessert Squares
"These tasted great and got rave reviews from my friends. The squares even looked like a lot of work because of the different layers."
twiggyshell
Best Pumpkin Cookies
"Scrumptious pumpkin cookies! Their flavor gets better the longer you let them sit — but good luck trying not to eat them all on the first day!"
-Pomtini
Pumpkin Pie Wontons
"These were so easy and good. They were like pumpkin pie with a crunchy crust."
-Nancy Ann
Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies
"Just about foolproof! We make these cookies every Thanksgiving season. They stay so soft and moist."
-Jwally
Spiced Pumpkin Fudge
"Everyone who tries this pumpkin fudge says it's amazing! The two-hour cooking time includes the time it takes to cool."
-Kimmie Kooks
Mini Pumpkin Pies
"My kids love these pies! They make a great healthy snack and they freeze well."
-Chef #468710
Pumpkin Cookies
"These cookies are very moist and flavorful. Several people even asked for the recipe!"
-Marg (CaymanDesigns)
Pumpkin Pie Custard
"This custard was a fantastic alternative to pumpkin pie! I didn't even miss the crust."
-culinarycraze
Easy Pumpkin Pie
"I'm not much of a baker, but this pie so simple and so good. No other Thanksgiving pie compared to mine!"
-Little Bee
Macadamia-Pumpkin Cookies
"If you like pumpkin pie, you'll love these cookies! They came out crunchy on the outside and very soft on the inside."
-amaris mom
Moist Pumpkin Bread
"Absolutely, hands down, the best pumpkin bread recipe I've ever tried!"
-Dm__
No-Bake Pumpkin Tarts
"This is such an easy recipe to make, and I really loved not having to bake the tarts. The filling is fluffier than a traditional pumpkin pie."
-**Tinkerbell**
Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake Bars
"These were delicious! Very satisfying."
-SharonChen
Vegan Pumpkin Cookies
"These were so good! I have made a lot of pumpkin cookies, and these were by far the best."
-valgal123
Pumpkin-Grand Marnier Tart
"I made this tart for Thanksgiving, and I loved that the crust is so much easier to make than pie crust. It makes for such an elegant presentation!"
-Jules127
Pumpkin-Applesauce Pie
"This was amazingly creamy, fruity and delicious! I loved how easy this decadent pie was to prepare."
-Lalaloula
Cinnamon-Sugar Pumpkin Seeds
"These are like the best cinnamon toasts ever, but with the health properties of pumpkin seeds!"
-WhiskingWings
Pumpkin Bundt Cake
"This cake was awesome! It smelled so good when it came out of the oven, just like pumpkin pie."
-Skylar
Shortcut Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Cookies
"I made these to give away around the holidays, and they were very popular. The cookies were soft and flavorful!"
-ozzicooks
Pumpkin Pie Cake
"This is so excellent, I wish I could give it more than 5 stars. The crust is like a cookie, and the cake is not overly sweet."
-Calee
Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Cookies
"These pumpkin cookies are tasty! I think they would be lovely with some chopped pecans, too."
-Georgiapea
Pumpkin-Cranberry Cookies
"These cakelike cookies are so tasty! They even taste healthy."
-Boomette
Chocolate Chip-Pumpkin Brownies
"I have to admit I was skeptical about making these, but I loved them! The brownies have a great flavor and texture."
-yogiclarebear
Pumpkin Pie Pudding
"Just delicious! This pudding really hit the spot after Thanksgiving dinner. The pudding mix adds a nice light texture and vanilla flavor."
-justcallmetoni
Pumpkin Fluff
This rich, creamy and healthy pumpkin fluff may lack some of the calories of a decadent fall dessert but certainly none of the taste.
Crustless Pumpkin Pie
"This pie is great for the holidays. It is easy to make, and my family loved it, because everyone is watching their calories."
-weekend cooker
Pumpkin Ice Cream with Spiced Pita Chips
"The flavors all blended together very nicely! This made for a wonderful and different dessert."
-Sydney Mike
Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies
"This recipe is fantastic! The cookies never last very long when I make them."
-MrsStimmel
Crustless Pumpkin Pie
"What can I say? This pie has it all, great taste, low in fat and calories making it an absolutely great dessert."
-Debbwl
Williams-Sonoma Pumpkin Squares
"These are super moist and have an excellent flavor. They are also very easy to make."
-Mommychef#1
Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie
"This is an incredibly delicious pumpkin pie. I made it for Thanksgiving, and everyone really loved the amazing creaminess."
-Chef #1536911
Opal's Pumpkin Pie
"This is officially the 3rd year I will be making this pumpkin pie recipe & no one wants anything else...there are never any leftovers!"
-RedRacer
Bonus: Warp-Speed Pumpkin Butter
"This butter was delicious! I was afraid that it would be too spicy, but it had the perfect amount of spice."
-Jennifer Bennifer
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