Pumpkin desserts and Thanksgiving go hand in hand, and this collection is here to prove just how versatile and delicious pumpkin can be. From soft and chewy pumpkin cookies to indulgent layered pumpkin cheesecake bars, these easy recipes bring all the warm, spiced flavors of fall to your table. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, these recipes will inspire you to embrace pumpkin season in the sweetest way possible. Dive in and discover your new Thanksgiving favorite!

Moist Pumpkin Layer Cake Recipe

A round, frosted cake with six slices cut, with one slice being lifted out by a spatula. The cake is decorated with a light peach-colored frosting and a simple piped design on top. Plates and forks are in the background on the right.
Moist Pumpkin Layer Cake Recipe. Photo Credit: Easy Southern Desserts

A soft and moist Pumpkin Layer Cake with spiced pumpkin and a tangy cinnamon cream cheese frosting. Ideal for fall or any special occasion.
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Pumpkin Cookies

A hand is picking up one of three stacked, golden-brown cookies with a crumbly texture from a cooling rack.
Pumpkin Cookies. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Try this simple pumpkin cookies recipe for a soft, chewy texture and a rich pumpkin spice flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings.
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Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake

A slice of pumpkin dump cake topped with whipped cream and pecans sits on a white plate. The background features a few autumn leaves, an orange pumpkin, a checkered cloth, and a white baking dish containing more of the dessert.
Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy recipe for Pumpkin Dump Cake is made with real pumpkin, classic pumpkin pie seasonings, brown sugar, cake mix, and chopped pecans.
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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins With Streusel Recipe

A close-up of a pumpkin muffin with a crumb topping, split open to reveal a creamy center, resting on a colorful paper liner on a dark surface.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins With Streusel Recipe. Photo Credit: Easy Southern Desserts

Fall in love with these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins! They’re made with real pumpkin, tangy cream cheese, and topped with cinnamon sugar streusel.
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Easy 10-Minute No Bake Pumpkin Pie

A pumpkin pie garnished with a ring of whipped cream and colorful sprinkles sits on a light surface. Autumn leaves in shades of red, orange, and brown surround it, creating a festive seasonal ambiance. A burlap cloth is partially visible at the bottom left.
Easy 10-Minute No Bake Pumpkin Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Fall in love with this easy, No-Bake Pumpkin Pie recipe! It’s everything you love about classic pumpkin pie without needing an oven.
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Pumpkin Apple Bread Recipe

Pumpkin Apple Bread Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Homemade Pumpkin Apple Bread is super moist and full of warm fall spices. It’s the perfect treat for brunch or a coffee break.
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Chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies

A stack of sugar-coated cookies sits on a dark plate, one on top with a bite taken out. More cookies and a basket with autumn leaves in the background. A glass of milk wrapped in twine is placed beside the cookies on a checkered cloth.
Chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Jump into the fall season with these soft and chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies! They’re made with real pumpkin and coated in cinnamon sugar.
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Pumpkin Cookies Recipe With Frosting

Pumpkin cookies topped with white frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon are placed on a black wire cooling rack.
Pumpkin Cookies Recipe With Frosting. Photo Credit: Easy Southern Desserts

These Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are made with real pumpkin, warm spices, and a decadent cream cheese frosting.
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Healthy Spiced Pumpkin Bread

A loaf of pumpkin bread with cake mix recipe, topped with pumpkin seeds, is displayed on a wooden board. Two slices are cut from the loaf, and autumnal decorations like colorful leaves and pinecones surround it, providing a seasonal feel.
Healthy Spiced Pumpkin Bread. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Quick and easy homemade pumpkin bread with a cake mix recipe. It only takes 10 minutes to mix up a batch and taste so good.
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Delicious Pumpkin Muffins Recipe

Five pumpkin muffins in white paper liners are arranged on a light gray surface. One muffin is angled, revealing its side, and there's a small dish of spice in the lower right corner.
Delicious Pumpkin Muffins Recipe. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

There’s nothing better than warm Pumpkin Muffins on a crisp fall morning. These muffins are easy-to-make, sweet, and perfect for meal prepping.
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A gingerbread cookie being dipped into creamy pumpkin-flavored dip. The cookie is partially covered in the smooth, orange-colored mixture.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Cookie Dip. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip comes together in 5 minutes and is perfect! Dig into this pumpkin spice dip recipe with crispy gingersnaps, or choose a healthier route and make pumpkin cream cheese dip for apples.
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Rich Creamy Pumpkin Vegan Cheesecake Recipe

Creamy Pumpkin Vegan Cheesecake Recipe Tofutti with cranberry on top sitting on a plate
Rich Creamy Pumpkin Vegan Cheesecake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy pumpkin vegan cheesecake recipe has a dairy-free creamy filling flavored with warm fall spices and a date-sweetened crust.
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Extra Creamy Pumpkin Spice Whip Cream

A glass bowl filled with creamy pumpkin dip topped with whipped cream on a white marble surface. A green and white kitchen towel and beaters are next to it, with small pumpkins in the background.
Extra Creamy Pumpkin Spice Whip Cream. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

It takes less than 5 minutes to whip up this amazing seasonal pumpkin whip cream. Get ready to smother your cupcakes, coffees, or pies with extra creamy pumpkin flavor.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars With Two Layers Of Cheesecake

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars With Two Layers Of Cheesecake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are so EASY to make! Like like a cheesecake and a classic pumpkin pie put together. Full of the flavors of fall without any hassle.
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Thanksgiving Appetizers You’ll Be Thankful for This Holiday Season

Crab pinwheels with hot cheese and crab meat wrapped in flour tortilla.
Thanksgiving Appetizers You’ll Be Thankful For. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Set the tone for a memorable Thanksgiving with appetizers that bring everyone together. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or keeping it intimate, these recipes are sure to impress. From the creamy indulgence of Baked Brie with Cranberry to the bold flavors of Buffalo Turkey Meatballs, there’s something for every palate. Think crispy Sweet Potato Bites, tangy Cranberry Salsa, and even southern-inspired Lobster Corn Fritters. You’ll want to see them all—because great appetizers set the stage for an unforgettable meal! Get All The Recipes: Thanksgiving Appetizers You’ll Be Thankful for This Holiday Season