Pump up your pumpkin: 15 pretty pumpkin desserts

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Ready to make your fall dessert table the talk of the town? Step up your game with these pretty pumpkin desserts that combine flavor and flair in every bite.

Cinnamon roll pumpkin skillet cake with icing drizzled from spoon.
Cinnamon roll pumpkin skillet cake. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream

Low angle shot of a bowl of pumpkin spice ice cream with cinnamon sticks.
Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Pumpkin Cinnamon Ice Cream is the perfect dessert to take you from hot Summer days through brisk Fall evenings. It’s a pretty, creamy, rich, brown-sugar-crumble-laced ice cream that’s packed with pumpkin flavor.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream

Pumpkin Tiramisu

Piece of pumpkin tiramisu on plate.
Pumpkin Tiramisu. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

This pumpkin tiramisu recipe made with ladyfingers is as pretty as it is delicious. A real show-stopper for your next fall gathering. Sprinkled with cinnamon and flavored with espresso, this is one of the prettiest pumpkin desserts yet.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Tiramisu

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake

Pumpkin spice latte bundt cake with coffee glaze being poured over the top.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Pumpkin Bundt cake with pumpkin pie spice and coffee glaze is basically your fave latte drink in cake form. And it’s one of the easiest and prettiest pumpkin desserts to make!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake

Pumpkin Skillet Coffee Cake

Cinnamon roll pumpkin cake in skillet.
Cinnamon roll pumpkin cake in skillet. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Need a new pumpkin breakfast recipe, or a new addition to your favorite pumpkin desserts list? Serve up comfort in a skillet with the Pumpkin Skillet Coffee Cake. The texture is fluffy, the flavor is full-bodied, and the best part? That cast-iron skillet flavor. It’s like having a piece of fall in every slice.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Skillet Coffee Cake

Pumpkin Biscoff Crisp

A fork with a piece of BIscoff Pumpkin Crisp on it.
Pumpkin Biscoff Crisp. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Combining pumpkin with the unique flavor of Biscoff cookies, this crisp is an unexpected twist on a fall favorite. The recipe requires one pan and delivers a crumbly, flavorful experience that captures the essence of autumn, and it looks lovely when topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Biscoff Crisp

Pumpkin Crunch Dump Cake

A bite of pumpkin crunch cake on a fork with a bit of whipped cream on it.
Pumpkin Crunch Dump Cake. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

If you’re looking for minimal hassle with maximum flavor, the Pumpkin Crunch Dump Cake is your go-to. This dessert nails the sweet and spicy notes of pumpkin and looks lovely with its bright orange color. The “dump and bake” approach keeps baking simple yet delicious.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Crunch Dump Cake

Pumpkin Zucchini Bread

A loaf of pumpkin zucchini bread is sitting on a cooling rack.
Pumpkin Zucchini Bread. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Merging two beloved ingredients, pumpkin and zucchini, this bread is your one-pan solution for a fall-flavored treat. Not only does it offer a moist, textured bite, but it’s also convenient to make. It’s perfect to add to your pretty pumpkin desserts list.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Zucchini Bread

Pumpkin Donuts

Image shows a blue Bowl of pumpkin donuts on a wooden board.
Pumpkin Donuts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Who said donuts can’t be simple? These cute Pumpkin Donuts are a fun “baking with kids activity,” too. The pumpkin-infused batter transforms into a tender, mouthwatering treat you won’t be able to resist.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Donuts

Pumpkin Biscotti

Pumpkin biscotti piled on a wooden plate with cinnamon sticks in the background.
Pumpkin Biscotti. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Pumpkin Biscotti offers that satisfying crunch and seasonal flavor without the multiple pans and fuss. Prepare the dough, shape it, and enjoy. These charming biscotti are the perfect companion to your autumn coffee.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Biscotti

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese

Sliced pumpkin bread on a metal board.
Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Foodie and Wine.

Welcome fall with a slice of moist and delicate Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese. This pumpkin bread recipe is loaded with warm fall spices and creamy cream cheese, and is a unique addition to your pretty pumpkin desserts collection.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese

No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake topped with whipped cream and pecans.
No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Simplify your dessert with the beautiful No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake. It offers the creamy goodness of pumpkin and cheesecake without turning on the oven. Plus, it all comes together in a single pan, making it a no-fuss delight.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle

Mason jar with pumpkin cheesecake trifle topped with whipped cream and pecans.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Change up your pumpkin dessert menu with the eye-catching Pumpkin Cheesecake Trife in a mason jar. Topped with walnuts, it’s a perfect single-serving dessert recipe.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle

Chocolate Pumpkin Cake

Chocolate Pumpkin Cake on a platter with a slice cut out.
Chocolate Pumpkin Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Can’t choose between chocolate and pumpkin? Have both with this pretty Chocolate Pumpkin Cake. It combines the richness of cocoa with the spiciness of pumpkin for a harmonious blend of fall flavors.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Pumpkin Cake

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread sliced on a cutting board.
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

When you blend chocolate chips into pumpkin bread, you get an instant crowd-pleaser. And the best part? This delectable loaf whips up in a jiffy. It’s a simple yet delicious way to bring a smile to any fall gathering.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

Image shows Pumpkin Swirl Brownies sitting on a white tray with one in focus and the others blurred behind it.
Pumpkin Swirl Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These pretty-as-a-picture pumpkin swirl brownies look like autumn with their lovely orange and brown swirls. Serve them with coffee for a mid-morning break or with a large glass of milk for a kid-pleasing after-school snack.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

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