16 Pumpkin Spice Recipes To Spice Up Your Fall

By Rachel Mulcahy
Alison Miksch

It’s no secret that we’re obsessed with the coveted ingredient that marks the fall season: pumpkin spice. We don’t just have eyes for pumpkin spice; we crave the medley of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves that come together to create the ultimate fall treat. From our Pumpkin Spice Cookies to Spiced Pumpkin Grits, we know pumpkin spice can be used to create a plethora of treats that will carry you through the autumn season.

Pumpkin spice is arguably the most complementary spice for fall, because it pairs well with almost everything. A few of our favorite concoctions pair it with chocolate, brown sugar icing, and candied pecans for a match made in heaven. Here, we've collected the best pumpkin spice recipes that are sure to spice up your fall menu. If you’re planning for a fall get-together with family and friends, these seasonal recipes will be a hit with any pumpkin spiced-obsessed guests.

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Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Wake up to the smell of tasty, streusel-topped pumpkin spice muffins.

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Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

This sweet treat is perfect to share with your neighbors this fall.

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Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Cookies

If you want an extra decadent treat, frost these delicious cookies with cream cheese frosting.

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Pumpkin Spice Magic Cake

Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Magic Cake

This seasonal centerpiece is drizzled with a buttery caramel sauce.

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Pumpkin Spice-Chocolate Marble Bread

Linda Pugliese

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice-Chocolate Marble Bread

Bake a loaf of this indulgent combination of chocolate and pumpkin, and you'll be hooked all season long.

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Pumpkin Spice-Heath Cake

Alison Miksch

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice-Heath Cake

Toffee candy bars and seasonal spices take this pumpkin sheet cake over the top. 

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Spiced Pumpkin Grits

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Spiced Pumpkin Grits 

Just when you thought this Southern staple couldn't get any better, we added pumpkin spice to the mix. 

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Pumpkin-Spice Bundt with Brown Sugar Icing and Candied Pecans

Photo: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Mary Clayton Carl; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Pumpkin-Spice Bundt with Brown Sugar Icing and Candied Pecans

This showstopping bundt cake is made for fall parties.

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Pumpkin Bread

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Pumpkin Bread

Spread some butter on this spiced-filled bread for a morning breakfast treat.

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Pumpkin Dump Cake

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Pumpkin Dump Cake

Top this cake with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg for a fluffy, sweet delight.

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Their cake-like texture and melty pockets of chocolate make these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies a new favorite on our seasonal dessert spread.

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Pumpkin Crunch Cake

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Pumpkin Crunch Cake

How much pumpkin is too much pumpkin? Add pumpkin seeds on top for a crunchy surprise.

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Mini Pumpkin Pies

Micah A. Leal

Recipe: Mini Pumpkin Pies

Bite-sized pumpkin pies are perfect for holiday entertaining.

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Praline-Pumpkin Torte

Southern Living

Recipe: Praline-Pumpkin Torte

Bite into the ultimate fall combination–praline and pumpkin–in this tasty torte.

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Pumpkin Roll

Southern Living

Recipe: Pumpkin Roll

This pumpkin roll is stuffed with cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with powdered sugar.

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Pumpkin-Lemon Cream Cheese Chess Pie

Alison Miksch

Recipe: Pumpkin-Lemon Cream Cheese Chess Pie

This creamy pumpkin-lemon pie will satisfy any sweet tooth.

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