3 Easy Pumpkin Treats For Fall

October 3, 2024

As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, it’s officially time to indulge in all things pumpkin! Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering, meal-prepping for the week, or simply craving something sweet, these three pumpkin desserts are perfect for capturing the flavours of autumn. From personal Mini Maple Pumpkin Cakes to delicious Easy Vegan Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, and chewy and gooey Pumpkin S’mores Cookies, these treats are sure to satisfy your seasonal sweet tooth. Let’s dive into these easy pumpkin treats that will add a touch of warmth and spice to your fall festivities!

This post is a roundup of my 3 easy pumpkin treat recipes. As soon as October arrives, I get itching to make one of these recipes, if not all within the month. And while all of these recipes feature the seasonal classic pumpkin flavour, they are all uniquely different and offer something different. These easy

1. Mini Maple Pumpkin Cakes

These little Mini Maple Pumpkin Cakes are not only cute to look at, but they are full of your favourite autumn flavours. This recipe has pumpkin, cinnamon, and allspice – all the signature tastes of the season. But these delicious pumpkins are made even better by the Maple Pumpkin Glaze. Drizzled over top of these pumpkins, the glaze gets absorbed into the cake ensuring you get the perfect flavourful bite every time.

Picture of a mini maple pumpkin cake

You can find the recipe for Mini Maple Pumpkin Cakes here

2. Easy Vegan Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins With Streusel Topping

Pumpkin cream cheese muffins are a must-bake during the fall season. This recipe is not mine personally, but rather written by I can You Can Vegan recipe by Desirée. I found it a few years ago and I have made them every fall since. These muffins are the ultimate comfort treat, featuring a soft, spiced pumpkin base and a creamy, tangy surprise hidden inside. All of which is amazing, but the streusel topping knocks this muffin out of the park. They are perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or a dessert that feels just decadent enough without being over the top.

You can find the recipe for Desirée’s Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins here.

3. Pumpkin S’mores Cookies

This is one of my newest pumpkin recipes and it certainly made me obsessed with the idea of stuffing everything with marshmallows. This recipe combines the best of two worlds—pumpkin and s’mores. And these Pumpkin S’mores Cookies are a playful twist on the classic campfire treat, bringing fall flavours to this beloved cookie. These cookies are packed with gooey marshmallows, rich chocolate, and blended into a soft pumpkin cookie dough. They’re chewy, sweet, and filled with the kind of warmth that makes you want to curl and enjoy the autumn weather.

You can find the recipe for Pumpkin S’mores Cookies here.

Final Thoughts

Fall is the perfect time to experiment with pumpkin in your baking, and these three desserts are sure to inspire you. The Mini Maple Pumpkin Cakes are showstopping in both appearance and flavour, while Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are a comforting, grab-and-go treat with an amazing streusel topping. And, you can’t go wrong with Pumpkin S’mores Cookies which are a fun and festive twist on a classic combination.

Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering, or just baking for the joy of it, these desserts will undoubtedly hit the spot. Try one (or all!) and get ready to embrace the delicious side of autumn. Happy baking!

If you try and these recipes, please let me know in the comments! I’d love to hear what you think.  As always, please feel free to share your creations with me! Be sure to tag me on Instagram or Pinterest so that I can see your yummy treats!

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