These Pumpkin Desserts are perfect for fall baking! When pumpkin season arrives, there’s nothing quite like filling your kitchen with the warm, cozy flavours of pumpkin and spice. Whether you’re looking for pumpkin cheesecake bars, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin donuts, pumpkin cakes, scones, tiramisu, cheesecakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls or more, we’ve DEFINITELY got the pumpkin dessert recipe you’re looking for!!
Pumpkin adds moisture, flavour, and that classic fall orange colour to baked goods, making it a must-have for fall desserts. Its mild sweetness pairs beautifully with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, so keeping a well-stocked spice cupboard means you can whip up any pumpkin dessert whenever you feel like it!
Most pumpkin dessert recipes are developed with canned pumpkin puree, which is consistent in texture and moisture. If you prefer using fresh pumpkin, roast and puree it until smooth. Be sure to drain it well with a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove excess liquid. This step is important so your fresh puree behaves more like canned pumpkin and won’t make your baked goods heavy or soggy.
To make pumpkin puree at home, simply roast halved sugar pumpkins until tender, scoop out the flesh, and blend until smooth. For best results, strain out extra liquid before using in baking. Homemade puree can be stored in the fridge for several days or frozen for longer storage, making it a handy option for fall baking projects. If you do freeze it be sure to let it thaw well and then drain off the excess liquid before using it in your favourite pumpkin recipes!
