5 Cozy Pumpkin Dessert Recipes You’ll Want All Fall

Pumpkin season is here, and it’s time to bring those warm, spiced flavors into your kitchen! From gooey brownies to fluffy bread and cheesecake cookies, pumpkin desserts are the ultimate comfort treats for autumn. These five recipes are simple, flavorful, and perfect for family gatherings, holiday tables, or just when you need a sweet pumpkin pick-me-up.

1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies meet creamy pumpkin cheesecake swirls for a decadent fall dessert that’s impossible to resist.
Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
  • 2 large eggs + 2 large egg yolks
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 10 tbsp flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 2/3 tbsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp salt
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan.
  2. Melt butter and chocolate chips together, then whisk in cocoa powder and sugar.
  3. Add eggs, yolks, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. For cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese, mascarpone, pumpkin, sugar, spices, and vanilla until creamy.
  5. Pour brownie batter into the pan, dollop cheesecake mixture on top, and swirl with a knife.
  6. Bake 40–45 minutes until set. Cool completely before slicing.

2. Pumpkin French Toast

This cozy fall breakfast (or dessert!) soaks thick slices of bread in a pumpkin-spiced custard before cooking them to golden perfection.
Ingredients

  • 12 slices thick-cut white bread
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Oil or cooking spray
    Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or cooking spray.
  3. Dip each bread slice into the pumpkin mixture, coating both sides.
  4. Cook slices 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream.

3. Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies

Soft, spiced pumpkin cookies filled with a creamy cheesecake center—these are the ultimate fall cookie treat.
Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg, yolk, pumpkin, and vanilla.
  3. Mix in flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice until dough forms.
  4. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese with 2 tbsp sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla for filling.
  5. Scoop cookie dough, flatten, and place a small spoonful of cream cheese filling inside. Seal and place on baking sheet.
  6. Bake 12–14 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before serving.

4. Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake

This cake brings the cozy flavors of pumpkin spice and espresso together with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for fall celebrations!
Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp pumpkin spice
  • 2 tsp instant espresso powder
  • 1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 26 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 1/2 tsp vanilla
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin spice, and espresso powder.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk and coffee.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake 30–35 minutes. Cool completely.
  6. For frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, condensed milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Frost cooled cakes and layer. Chill slightly before serving.

5. Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze

Moist and tender pumpkin bread topped with a sweet maple glaze—this recipe tastes like fall in every bite.
Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 18 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/4 tsp pumpkin spice
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, pumpkin puree, both sugars, oil, butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add dry ingredients and mix until combined. Pour into loaf pan.
  5. Bake 55–65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool slightly.
  6. For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and 1 tbsp milk until smooth.
  7. Drizzle glaze over cooled bread before slicing.

These 5 cozy pumpkin desserts are perfect for fall baking, holiday gatherings, or anytime you’re craving that warm, spiced flavor. Whether you’re swirling brownies, baking cookies, or enjoying a slice of pumpkin bread, each recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

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