The 30 Best Pumpkin Recipes (Healthy and Perfect for Fall)

Medically reviewed by Abbey Sharp, Registered Dietitian (RD), BASc.

This fall, try my roundup of the best pumpkin recipes for kids, toddlers and adults! Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and snack recipes (plus a boozy cocktail for the adults too).

The arrival of Fall may mean the end of our beloved Canadian Summer but for us optimists, it also signals the start of a beautiful thing called Pumpkin season. Pumpkins are great for much more than carving out a scary face. They’re packed with nutrients (as I mentioned here), really tasty and surprisingly versatile. It’s time to think outside the beloved drink that is the PSL (Pumpkin Spice Latte for those lucky enough to not know the acronym by heart), and experiment with this Autumn gourd. Looking for the best pumpkin recipes? You’ve come to the right place.

I’ve come up with some of my own pumpkin recipes, like my pumpkin pie protein pancakes, spicy pumpkin and black bean quesadillas, and pumpkin chipotle pasta but here are a few of our favourites from our friends around the blogosphere.

Best Healthy Pumpkin Recipes

Abbey’s Kitchen – Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte (Vegan Starbucks Copycat Recipe!)

Even more delicious than the original, there was no way this recipe couldn’t be included in a list of the best pumpkin recipes.

Naturally Ella – Pumpkin Bread with Oats

Hearty and full of fall flavours!

Naturally Ella – Curried Pumpkin Soup with Coconut

This soup puts typical fall spices on the back burner in favour of curry for a different take on pumpkin that will warm you up all season long.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

Is there anything better than pancakes on a weekend morning?

Lean Green Bean – Pumpkin Energy Balls

Perfect for fall appropriate snacking on the go!

Smart Nutrition – Curry Pumpkin Soup with Hemp Hearts

Hemp hearts add a punch of omega 3s and a great texture.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Vegan Pumpkin Bread

A classic pumpkin bread is always going to be one of the best pumpkin recipes, plus it’s gluten-free friendly too.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Pumpkin Smoked Salmon Halloween Sandwiches

A fun and healthy snack for the kids this Halloween.

MJ & Hungry Man – Vegetarian Pumpkin and Kale Pasta Bake

All the pleasure of baked cheese, all the nutrition of kale and pumpkin.

Meme Inge – Pumpkin Granola

Crunchy and packed with heart healthy seeds, delicious!

Carrots and Cake – Pumpkin Pecan Muffins

Pumpkin keeps these delicious muffins moist even though they use mostly whole wheat flour!

Abbey’s Kitchen – Pumpkin Waffles with Protein | BLW & Toddler Friendly

Packed with fibre, protein and healthy fats.

Avocado a Day Nutrition – Paleo Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Cashew Cream

These will certainly make for an indulgent yet high fibre and high protein breakfast.

Cooking Classy – Pumpkin French Toast

Perfect for lazy fall Sundays.

Drizzle and Dip – Roasted Pumpkin with Chilli Yogurt and Coriander Sauce

A more savoury take on pumpkin, this recipe is impressive yet simple.

Skinny Taste – Roasted Pumpkin and Sage Soup

Silky, smooth and comforting for cool fall nights.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cider Punch | Holiday Healthy Cocktail

The perfect holiday healthy cocktail for entertaining during the fall or winter, and an unexpected way to use pumpkin making it one of the best pumpkin recipes.

Bless this Mess – Honey Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Cinnamon

Don’t forget to save the seeds when scooping out your pumpkins! Follow this recipe and roast them up to make a crunchy snack or salad topper.

Krooked Spoon – Pumpkin Frittata

Eggs are the perfect vessel for everything in the fridge, this recipe is great for using up whatever you have and making it delicious.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Creamy Pumpkin Zucchini Noodles with Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

A delicious gluten free dinner the whole family is sure to love.

Ambitious Kitchen – Flourless Pumpkin Almond Butter Bars with Dark Chocolate + Coconut

Decedent, chocolately and nutty? Count me in.

Ambitious Kitchen – Whole Wheat Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins (made with greek yogurt!)

Whether it’s breakfast in a hurry or as a snack, these muffins will hit your chocolate and pumpkin cravings all at once.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie Bowl

This pumpkin pie smoothie bowl is packed with protein from protein powder, canned pumpkin, apples, pumpkin seeds and more!

Sally’s Baking Addiction – Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Because everybody loves a classic pumpkin bread!

Foodie Crush – Pumpkin and Fried Sage Flatbread

Using naan bread instead of pizza dough is a smart way to keep this dinner super quick.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Vegan and Gluten Free Pecan Pumpkin Pie Donuts

Skip the store bought doughnuts because these pecan pumpkin pie donuts will be your new BFF this fall.

Pinch of Yum – Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Pumpkin Hummus

This recipe is a great example of how adding pumpkin to anything is delicious.

Seeded at the Table – Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Brownies

Super moist from the pumpkin puree.

Anja’s Food for Thought – Pumpkin Lentil Salad with Arugula and Feta

This hearty salad is sure to make your list of favourite pumpkin recipes this season.

Abbey’s Kitchen – Vegan Pumpkin Pie Butter | 5 Ingredient Healthy Winter Breakfast Spread or Dip

The perfect 5 ingredient healthy winter breakfast spread or dip for toast, crackers, yogurt, oats or fruit!

More Blog Posts You Might Like:

If you liked this blog post featuring the best pumpkin recipes, you might also enjoy some more blog posts and recipes for the fall season:

• Vegan Pumpkin Hummus Rice Cakes | Kids Halloween Snacks
• Healthy Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino | Starbucks Copycat
• Healthy Halloween Treats for Kids (Plus Meal & Snack Ideas Too!)
• Halloween Banana Ghosts and Clementine Pumpkins | Vegan, Gluten Free Trick or Treat Recipes
• 3 Best Healthy Halloween Treats- Grilled Cheese, “Eye Ball” Soup & Boo-zy Cocktail
• Sugar Free Halloween Candy? How to Deal with Excess Sugar and Kids

Updated on August 30th, 2022