The BEST Healthy Pumpkin Recipes

Name: The BEST Healthy Pumpkin Recipes
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ½ cup canned coconut milk (regular or light work); ½ cup canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 2 medjool dates (pitted); 1 Tablespoon hemp seeds (optional); 3-4 cubes of ice; Toppings: whipped cream and cinnamon (optional)

By Brittany Mullins

Published Jul 19, 2022, Updated Aug 05, 2024

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Here you’ll find all the best healthy pumpkin recipes in one place! Fall is here and it’s time to enjoy all things pumpkin.

Fall is in the air! Don’t get me wrong, I loooove summer, but there is something about fall #amiright? I love the cool mornings, the crisp air and all things pumpkin. Yup, I’m that girl. I honestly love pumpkin year round, but I am definitely drawn to it more in the fall. Bring on the big sweaters and canned pumpkin recipes!

If you’ve never used pumpkin for cooking or baking, I’ll give you the 4-1-1.

I typically buy canned pumpkin, which you can find in the baking aisle year round (pro tip). When it’s in season, I feel like they have it on every end cap of every grocery store. When buying, be sure to look at the ingredient list and make sure it’s just pureed pumpkin (no other additives).

Of course, if you’re feeling ambitious, you can also use a pie pumpkin to make your own pumpkin puree!

Health Benefits of Pumpkin

Pumpkin is a part of the squash family and is packed with great nutrition benefits. It’s low in calories, saturated fat and cholesterol. It is considered “nutrient-dense” because it has a ton of great vitamins and minerals but not a lot of calories. It’s super high in vitamin K which helps your blood clot and is great for bone health. It’s also high in beta-carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant and important for eye and immune health.

What Can You Make with Pumpkin?

So many things! I love making everything from healthy desserts and healthy soothies to healthy soups and burgers (yes black bean pumpkin burgers) with pumpkin. It’s such a diverse vegetable as it can be made sweet or savory. Let’s jump into some recipes!

Collage of photos: pumpkin muffins, pumpkin pie bar, pumpkin cream cold brew and pumpkin energy balls.

Pumpkin Breakfast Recipes

Protein egg white pumpkin oatmeal topped with peanut butter, granola, and pecans.

4.24 from 34 votes

Protein Pumpkin Oatmeal

This protein pumpkin oatmeal is loaded with pumpkin flavor and packs 14 grams of protein. The secret is whipping egg whites into the oats while they cook!

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4.34 from 346 votes

Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

This pumpkin baked oatmeal is made with oats, pumpkin, maple syrup and warm spices. It's vegan, gluten-free, easy to make and the perfect cozy fall breakfast.

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4.63 from 136 votes

Healthy Pumpkin Bread

This healthy pumpkin bread is made with whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened. It's moist, fluffy and makes for the perfect fall treat.

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5 from 2 votes

Pumpkin Spice Superfood Cereal Squares

These pumpkin spice cereal squares are a fall spin on my original recipe for superfood cereal squares. They’re loaded with healthy ingredients and full of pumpkin spice flavor. Gluten-free and dairy-free!

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4.68 from 46 votes

Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes

Healthy pumpkin pancakes made with oats and cottage cheese. Full of pumpkin spice flavor and packed with protein and fiber, these pancakes are the perfect way to fuel a fall morning!

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3.95 from 245 votes

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

These pumpkin pie overnight oats take only 5 minutes to prep and they taste like pumpkin pie!

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4.37 from 143 votes

Pumpkin Chia Pudding

This pumpkin chia pudding combines pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, chia seeds and almond butter for a creamy and delicious fall breakfast or snack.

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4.10 from 42 votes

Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal Cups

These baked pumpkin oatmeal cups are the perfect solution for busy mornings. Make a batch during your weekly meal prep and eat them throughout the week!

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4.43 from 26 votes

Vegan Pumpkin Muffins

Full of pumpkin flavor and fall spice, these healthy vegan pumpkin muffins are naturally sweetened and made with simple pantry staple ingredients. They're perfectly moist and fluffy!

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4.44 from 121 votes

Healthy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

Skip Starbucks and make this healthy homemade pumpkin spice latte made with almond milk at home. It's easy to make, vegan and delicious!

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4.08 from 57 votes

Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

These healthy pumpkin muffins are moist, fluffy and delicious! They're naturally sweetened and made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, yogurt and fall spices.

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4.35 from 23 votes

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

These ooey gooey vegan pumpkin cinnamon rolls are a delicious treat to make for breakfast or brunch. They’re made with bread flour, which gives them the perfect fluffy texture.

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3.98 from 49 votes

Pumpkin Oatmeal

This healthy and cozy pumpkin oatmeal makes the perfect breakfast for a chilly fall morning. It has a ton of pumpkin flavor with a little spice and a touch of sweetness.

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4.65 from 37 votes

Pumpkin Granola

This pumpkin granola is super crunchy, easy to make and perfect for fall. It's made with real pumpkin and studded with nutty pecans and chocolate chips for the perfect hint of chocolatey goodness. Vegan + gluten-free.

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Bowl filled with yogurt and pumpkin and topped with seeds, granola and almond butter. Spoon and pumpkin off to the side.

4.22 from 33 votes

Pumpkin Pie Yogurt

This pumpkin pie yogurt bowl is made with protein-packed yogurt, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup and all your favorite toppings for the perfect nutritious fall breakfast!

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4.36 from 117 votes

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Have pumpkin pie for breakfast with this healthy slow cooker pumpkin pie oatmeal recipe featuring steel-cut oats cooked overnight with pumpkin puree and spices. Hello fall!

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4.45 from 27 votes

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

This creamy healthy pumpkin pie smoothie requires only six ingredients and tastes like liquid pumpkin pie. It’s vegan, gluten-free and surprisingly healthy!

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Two healthy pumpkin muffins stacked with a bite taken out of the top muffin.

4.13 from 216 votes

Flourless Pumpkin Muffins

Healthy, paleo pumpkin muffins made with almond butter and pumpkin. No flour, no oil and no dairy. 9 grams of protein in each muffin!

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4.84 from 24 votes

Pumpkin Gingerbread Smoothie

This pumpkin gingerbread smoothie tastes like your favorite holiday dessert, but is loaded with health-boosting ingredients like fresh ginger, blackstrap molasses, and chia seeds. Vegan and gluten-free.

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4.54 from 107 votes

Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

Make a Starbucks pumpkin cream cold brew at home with this simple recipe! It combines cold brew coffee with a delicious pumpkin spice foam that's made with oat milk and pumpkin puree.

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4 from 7 votes

Quinoa Flour Pumpkin Bread

Spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and allspice this moist and tender quinoa flour pumpkin bread is everything a pumpkin quick bread should be but a tad healthier. Gluten-free + vegan.

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5 from 2 votes

Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl

A fall inspired smoothie bowl made with frozen banana, pumpkin, cashew butter and vanilla protein powder. This pumpkin smoothie bowl is thick, creamy and tastes like liquid pumpkin pie.

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Savory Pumpkin Recipes

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4.61 from 46 votes

Maple Balsamic Tempeh Bowls

These maple balsamic tempeh bowls pair creamy pumpkin rice with maple balsamic tempeh and steamed broccoli for the perfect comforting fall meal. Vegan + gluten-free.

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4.91 from 11 votes

Pumpkin Spice Salmon

Add a hint of fall flavor to your next salmon dish with this baked pumpkin spice salmon! You'll love the unique combo of sweet and savoy with a hint of spice.

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4.59 from 17 votes

Pumpkin Cornbread Muffins

These pumpkin cornbread muffins are slightly sweet and moist from the pumpkin! They're the perfect side to a big bowl of cozy soup or chili. Dairy-free, egg-free, refined sugar free and made with whole grains.

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A vertical photo of a black bean pumpkin burger on a bun with lettuce, tomato and onion. The burger is on a plate with two small ramekins of mustard and ketchup.

4.24 from 13 votes

Black Bean Pumpkin Burgers

These black bean pumpkin burgers are made with quinoa, black beans, pureed pumpkin and pepitas. They're loaded with plant-based protein and full of flavor. Vegan and gluten-free.

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4.45 from 20 votes

Vegan Curried Pumpkin Soup

Comforting and filling vegan curried pumpkin soup made with coconut milk and cannellini beans. The beans give this pumpkin soup a nice, thick texture and add a little protein!

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4.92 from 12 votes

Tofu Pumpkin Curry

This cozy Thai-inspired pumpkin curry comes together quickly, but the robust flavor makes it taste like it’s been cooking all day. It’s vegan, loaded with protein and perfect as a weeknight meal.

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Dessert Pumpkin Recipes

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4.87 from 30 votes

Healthy Pumpkin Bars

These healthy pumpkin bars are made with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, applesauce and studded with chocolate chips. They have less oil than traditional pumpkin bars and can easily be made vegan.

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4.38 from 50 votes

Soft Pumpkin Cookies

These soft pumpkin cookies are like pillowy clouds that melt in your mouth. They’re loaded with pumpkin flavor, grain-free and made without any oil! Top with frosting for a delicious treat.

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3.72 from 7 votes

Pumpkin Spice Donut Holes

These no bake healthy pumpkin spice donut holes are packed full of pumpkin spice flavor and covered in a coconut maple glaze. Plus, they're vegan, gluten-free and absolutely delicious!

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3.97 from 28 votes

No Bake Pumpkin Pie Bars

These decadent no bake pumpkin pie bars pair a crunchy granola crust with a creamy, thick pumpkin filling with coconut oil and cashew butter. Vegan & gluten-free.

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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

These delicious pumpkin oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips are healthy, vegan and can easily be made gluten-free. Perfect for satisfying your pumpkin cravings!

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Vegan Tofu Pumpkin Pie

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Snack and Misc Pumpkin Recipes

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4.30 from 192 votes

Pumpkin Protein Bars (Vegan + Gluten Free)

These pumpkin protein bars are vegan, gluten-free and oil-free. They make for a perfect pre or post-workout snack or grab-and-go breakfast. Each bar has less than 80 calories, 7 grams of protein and only 4 grams of sugar!

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Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls

Healthy pumpkin energy balls made with only 5 ingredients – dates, walnuts, almonds, pumpkin pie spice and salt. They’re perfect for on-the-go snacking!

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4.73 from 18 votes

Pumpkin Butter

This quick and easy pumpkin butter is creamy, naturally sweetened and packed with fall flavor. Use it as a spread, topping or stir it into your oatmeal or yogurt.

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Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats

Use leftover canned pumpkin to make these 5-ingredient homemade peanut butter and pumpkin dog treats! They’re super easy to make and the perfect fall treat for your furry friend.

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