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10 Pumpkin Puree Dessert Recipes for Effortless Gourmet Delights

ByEmma

Pumpkin puree is a versatile nutrient-rich ingredient that can transform ordinary desserts into extraordinary treats. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice these 10 pumpkin puree dessert recipes will help you create show-stopping sweets with minimal effort. From creamy cheesecakes to spiced cookies each recipe is designed to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.

Let’s dive into these decadent foolproof recipes that highlight the natural sweetness and velvety texture of pumpkin puree.

Contents

1. Classic Pumpkin Pie with a Buttery Crust

Why You’ll Love It:

This timeless dessert is a must-have for any fall gathering. The flaky buttery crust pairs perfectly with the silky-smooth pumpkin filling creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 3-4 tbsp ice water

For the Filling:

  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree (or homemade)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the crust:
    • In a food processor mix flour and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until crumbly.
    • Gradually add ice water until the dough comes together.
    • Roll out the dough place it in a pie dish and crimp the edges. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the filling:
    • Whisk pumpkin puree sugar eggs spices and salt. Slowly stir in evaporated milk.
    • Pour into the crust and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes then reduce to 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes until set.
  3. Cool & Serve:
    • Let it cool completely before slicing. Top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Pro Tip: *Blind-bake the crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling to prevent sogginess.*

2. Pumpkin Spice Latte Cheesecake

Why You’ll Love It:

This creamy coffee-infused cheesecake combines the warmth of pumpkin spice with the richness of espresso—a coffee lover’s dream dessert!

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Filling:

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg

Instructions:

  1. Make the crust:
    • Mix graham crumbs melted butter and sugar. Press into a springform pan and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the filling:
    • Beat cream cheese sugar and pumpkin until smooth.
    • Add eggs one at a time then mix in vanilla espresso and spices.
    • Pour over the crust and bake for 50-55 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
  3. Chill & Serve:
    • Let it cool then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Drizzle with caramel before serving.

Pro Tip: Use a water bath to prevent cracks in your cheesecake.

3. Soft & Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Why You’ll Love It:

These ultra-soft cookies are packed with warm spices and melty chocolate chips—perfect for cozy evenings!

Ingredients:

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour baking soda spices and salt.
  2. Combine wet ingredients: Beat pumpkin sugars butter and vanilla.
  3. Fold in dry ingredients then add chocolate chips.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.

Pro Tip: Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.

4. No-Bake Pumpkin Mousse Parfait

Why You’ll Love It:

This light fluffy dessert comes together in 10 minutes—no oven required!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup crushed gingersnaps

Instructions:

  1. Whisk pudding mix and milk until thick.
  2. Fold in pumpkin whipped cream and cinnamon.
  3. Layer with crushed gingersnaps in glasses.
  4. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

5. Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce

Why You’ll Love It:

This rich custardy dessert is the ultimate comfort food especially when drizzled with warm caramel.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups cubed brioche or challah bread
  • 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ½ cup caramel sauce

Instructions:

  1. Toss bread cubes in a baking dish.
  2. Whisk pumpkin cream sugar eggs and spices. Pour over bread.
  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes.
  4. Drizzle with caramel before serving.

6. Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Why You’ll Love It:

These soft spiced cinnamon rolls are infused with pumpkin puree for extra moisture and flavor then topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup warm milk
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup melted butter

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup softened butter

For the Frosting:

  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Make the dough:
    • Mix flour sugar yeast and salt in a bowl.
    • Add pumpkin warm milk egg and melted butter. Knead until smooth.
    • Let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
  2. Roll & fill:
    • Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter then sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon.
    • Roll tightly slice into 12 pieces and place in a greased pan.
  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  4. Frost & serve:
    • Beat cream cheese butter powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
    • Spread over warm rolls.

Pro Tip: Let the rolls cool slightly before frosting to prevent melting.

7. Pumpkin Crème Brûlée

Why You’ll Love It:

A decadent twist on the classic French dessert featuring a silky pumpkin custard and a crisp caramelized sugar top.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 4 egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar + extra for caramelizing
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg

Instructions:

  1. Heat cream until warm (not boiling).
  2. Whisk yolks sugar pumpkin vanilla and spices.
  3. Slowly pour cream into yolk mixture stirring constantly.
  4. Strain into ramekins and bake in a water bath at 325°F (160°C) for 35-40 minutes.
  5. Chill for 4 hours then sprinkle sugar on top and torch until caramelized.

Pro Tip: Use a kitchen torch for the perfect crackly top.

8. Pumpkin Tiramisu

Why You’ll Love It:

A fall-inspired tiramisu with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and spiced pumpkin mascarpone cream.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 24 ladyfingers
  • 1 cup strong coffee (cooled)
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions:

  1. Whip cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. Beat mascarpone pumpkin sugar and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Fold whipped cream into pumpkin mixture.
  4. Dip ladyfingers in coffee and layer in a dish.
  5. Alternate layers of cream and ladyfingers.
  6. Chill overnight then dust with cocoa before serving.

Pro Tip: Add a splash of rum to the coffee for extra depth.

9. Pumpkin Fudge

Why You’ll Love It:

This ultra-creamy fudge is packed with pumpkin flavor and warm spices—no baking required!

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Melt chocolate butter and pumpkin in a double boiler.
  2. Stir in spices vanilla and salt.
  3. Pour into a lined pan and chill for 3 hours.
  4. Cut into squares and serve.

Pro Tip: Sprinkle sea salt on top for a sweet-salty contrast.

10. Pumpkin Ice Cream

Why You’ll Love It:

A rich velvety ice cream with the perfect balance of pumpkin and spice—no churn needed!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • ¼ tsp cloves
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Whip cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. Fold in condensed milk pumpkin and spices.
  3. Freeze in a loaf pan for 6 hours.
  4. Scoop and enjoy!

Pro Tip: Swirl in caramel or crushed gingersnaps before freezing.

Final Thoughts

These 10 pumpkin puree dessert recipes prove that this humble ingredient can create gourmet-quality treats with ease. Whether you prefer classic pies creamy cheesecakes or quick no-bake delights there’s something here for every occasion.

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