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50 Brilliant Ways To Use Canned Pumpkin This Fall

You'll never waste a can again.

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carbonara with pumpkin puree and bacon
PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Does this sound like you? You take a glance around your pantry at any point this fall and find you've got a major stockpile of canned pumpkin on your hands. We here at Delish practically clear out our local groceries store each year, because all the best, most all-star autumnal recipes call for pumpkin puree. And who has time to make it themselves? Not us! Use all the extra time you'll be saving with this pantry short-cut for mixing up cookies, quick breads, and even some savory pumpkin dinners. These 50 recipes are delicious proof that, when it comes to finding cozy fall recipes that utilize canned pumpkin, the limit does not exist.

Many of us pumpkin-heads first fell in love with the classic fall flavor from the first sip of a pumpkin spice latte. We couldn't just stop there, so we've gone ahead and added the flavor to as many recipes as we could. If that sounds like your absolute dream, you're going to want to use some of your canned pumpkin stash for: 1. trying our copycat Starbucks recipes to make their pumpkin spice syrup and pumpkin cream cold brew at home, and 2. enjoying your drinks alongside a pumpkin spice muffin or pumpkin spice chocolate chip biscotti for max capacity autumn vibes.

Think canned pumpkin is just for sweet treats? Think again! Canned pumpkin lends an earthy sweetness that makes it ideal for so many comforting (and easy) weeknight dinners. As we found out, creamy, cheesy dishes are a perfect match for pumpkin. We have a sneaky feeling our recipes for pumpkin ravioli, creamy pumpkin and Parmesan chicken skillet, and baked pumpkin risotto will bring even the staunchest pumpkin-hater over to Team Pumpkin.

Can't get enough fall flavors? Check out our favorite recipes featuring apples, pears, and butternut squash next!

1

Pumpkin Cheesecake

pumpkin cheesecake
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Pumpkin cheesecake is the prima donna of all the holiday desserts: rich, decadent, and always a bit over the top, she stops the show wherever she goes. In that spirit, a lot of pumpkin cheesecake recipes pile on loads of flavored garnish and décor (caramel! nuts! crazy whipped cream piping!); but for this, our forever favorite version, we’ve stripped it right back and returned the focus to its true essence: a thick, crunchy crust, and a super-creamy, super-pumpkiny filling.

Get the Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe.

2

Pumpkin Ravioli

pumpkin ravioli in a brown butter sauce and topped with pumpkin seeds and thyme
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

These autumnal ravioli may not be quick or easy, but they are SO delicious. Give yourself an afternoon to prepare them, or make the pasta dough the night before so you have half the work done already!

Get the Pumpkin Ravioli recipe.

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3

Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Bars

pumpkin cheesecake bars with a crème brûlée torched topping
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

With an Oreo crust, these pumpkin x crème brûlée x cheesecake bars are EVERYTHING. The sugar topping make these stand out above all the rest.

Get the Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Bars recipe.

4

Pumpkin Soup

pumpkin soup with cream
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Pumpkin soup in the fall is something that never gets old. It's healthy, super creamy, and keeps you cozy. You can use various winter squashes to make this soup, but our top two favorite types are sugar pumpkins and kabocha squash, with calabaza and butternut squashes as runner-ups.

Get the Pumpkin Soup recipe.

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5

Spiked Pumpkin Chai Latte

freshly steeped chai spiked with a shot of whiskey and blended with milk, pumpkin puree, and cinnamon then topped with whipped cream
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

The chai latte is a sweater weather staple, but sometimes you need a drink that adds a little extra pep to your step. We turned the classic spiced black tea up a notch to create this spiked pumpkin chai latte—freshly steeped chai and a shot of whiskey blended with milk, pumpkin puree, and maple syrup, then topped with whipped cream. It’s the perfect after-dinner drink for when the days get shorter and the leaves start to turn.

Get the Spiked Pumpkin Chai Latte recipe.

6

Pumpkin Carbonara

carbonara with pumpkin puree and bacon
PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Your classic carbonara meets pumpkin for a creamy and silky pasta dish that's fall ready. The dish is quick and easy and the pumpkin-bacon combo is absolutely perfect. Top it with lots of Parmesan for an extra comforting dinner!

Get the Pumpkin Carbonara recipe.

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7

Pumpkin Muffins

a pile of pumpkin muffins topped with coarse sugar
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Pumpkin is our go-to fall ingredient for pies, cheesecakes, and cookies. But when we want to start the day with some cozy fall flavor (without ordering a pumpkin spice latte), we bake a batch of pumpkin muffins. These fluffy and lightly sweet muffins are the best way to do breakfast.

Get the Pumpkin Muffins recipe.

8

Pumpkin Pie Martini

pumpkin pie martini with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Sure, once September starts, we know that we are going to start our day off with a pumpkin spice latte. But what if we want to finish the day with the same warming, spiced taste? Enter: Pumpkin pie martinis. This dessert cocktail is the perfect way to end your Thanksgiving dinner, or any fall celebration.

Get the Pumpkin Pie Martini recipe.

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9

Pumpkin Cheesecake Lasagna

pumpkin cheesecake lasagna topped with pecans and caramel
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Sure, pumpkin pie is delicious, but when you have family over and mouthes to feed, spending hours making pie isn't exactly feasible. This over-the-top cheesecake lasagna, though? It takes 30 minutes to throw together, and once it's assembled, the refrigerator does the rest.

Get the Pumpkin Cheesecake Lasagna recipe.

10

Pumpkin Oat Bars

pumpkin bars topped with powdered sugar
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Don’t want to make yet another pie for your holiday rotation but still need that distinctive pumpkin pie flavor on your menu? Turn your pumpkin pie into a bar!

Get the Pumpkin Oat Bars recipe.

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11

Frozen Pumpkin Spice Latte

pumpkin spice latte topped with whipped cream
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

It's crazy to think that pumpkin spice-flavored, well, everything wasn't even popular until the PSL was created. We look forward to its return every year, marking the unofficial start of fall, so we created a frozen boozy latte inspired by this iconic beverage to enjoy year-round.

Get the Frozen Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.

12

Pumpkin Biscuit Bake

pumpkin biscuit bake topped with butter
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This giant biscuit, with its buttery, tender crumb, is all fall, thanks to pumpkin, browned butter, and warm spices. A great recipe to turn to for Sunday brunch or a packed afternoon snack; don’t forget the maple pecan butter!

Get the Pumpkin Biscuit Bake recipe.

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13

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

no bake pumpkin cheesecake with whipped cream topping
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Figuring out how to make all of the pumpkin desserts during Thanksgiving while the turkey is in the oven can be a nightmare. That's why you need this no-bake cheesecake. It's a major time saver, and while we love our classic pumpkin cheesecake, we go crazy for the no-bake option.

Get the No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe.

14

Easy Baked Pumpkin Risotto

baked pumpkin risotto in a black bowl topped with cheese and dried cranberries
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MARY RUPP

Baked, not stirred, this recipe for pumpkin risotto takes some of the work off the chef without sacrificing that classic risotto flavor and texture. Not having to watch and stir the risotto constantly—as risottos are traditionally made—means you can prepare a side salad to accompany this rich risotto or just enjoy relaxing while it cooks.

Get the Easy Baked Pumpkin Risotto recipe.

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15

Pumpkin Lasagna

pumpkin lasagna in a white casserole dish
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

At first, pumpkin lasagna might not seem as sexy as, say, spinach artichoke lasagna, but don't be fooled: With layers of melty fontina and mozzarella and notes of sage and nutmeg, you will go wild over this spin.

Get the Pumpkin Lasagna recipe.

16

Pumpkin Spice Latte

pumpkin spice latte with whipped cream
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We fell hard for the pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks, we won't deny it and you probably did too. If you can't wait for Starbucks to release their signature fall drink (or pay those prices), there is good news: Making your own at home is dangerously easy and faster than waiting in the drive-thru!

Get the Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.

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17

Mini Pumpkin Pies

mini pumpkin pies
Lucy schaeffer

A classic pumpkin pie is a standard at Thanksgiving dinner, but what to do when there are more diners than slices? Or, what if you're more of a crust-lover than filling? Enter these adorable mini pumpkin pies that rethink the ratio of crust to filling in the most adorable, snack-able package.

Get the Mini Pumpkin Pies recipe.

18

Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi With Italian Sausage

gnocchi with a creamy pumpkin sauce and italian sausage
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: LAURA REGE

In the fall, we go wild for all things pumpkin. But it’s not just for treats, pumpkin is also WILDLY good in savory recipes.For this gnocchi dish, we use pumpkin puree to build a sauce that has a touch of tomato and is similar to a marinara in texture. Just like with butternut squash or sweet potatoes, pumpkin pairs beautifully with sage and sausage, so they were natural additions to the gnocchi and sauce.

Get the Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi With Italian Sausage recipe.

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19

Pumpkin Risotto

pumpkin risotto
PHOTO; ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLIST; FRANCESCA ZANI

Take your favorite risotto recipe into fall with the addition of pumpkin puree, sage, and just a pinch of nutmeg. We love the creaminess the shaved ricotta salata adds, but Parm's fine if that's all you got.

Get the Pumpkin Risotto recipe.

20

Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

brownies with a chocolate layer and pumpkin cheesecake layer
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM

Classic brownies are arguably one of the best go-to desserts, but if you’re looking to give them a twist for the fall, look no further than these delicious pumpkin cheesecake brownies. A two-in-one dessert, these brownies feature the ultimate fudge brownie bottom with a rich, moist pumpkin cheesecake top. That's what we like to call the best of both worlds!

Get the Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies recipe.

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