Easy Pumpkin Recipes
It’s never too early (or too late) to enjoy delicious pumpkin madness with these easy pumpkin recipes. Tasty and healthy, from luscious soup starters to phenomenal desserts and everything in between. These super cozy dishes offer comfort for the soul any time of the day.
Pumpkins are naturally sweet, nutty, and creamy, making them a versatile ingredient. And even better, they’re a new superfood. So, why wait for the holidays when you can enjoy them now?
FAQs
Knock gently on the pumpkin. If it sounds hollow, it’s ripe and ready. Another indication is the color of the skin. It should be orange with little to no visible green markings, and the stem should be hard and dry.
Unpeeled and uncut pumpkins (or any winter squash) with the stalk still intact can last up to 12 weeks if stored in a cool and dry place. On the other hand, peeled and cut pumpkins will keep in the fridge for three days and eight months in the freezer.
They are definitely the same family, curcubita. Pumpkins are orange and round squash. However, squash is a huge family and comes in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. Butternut is my go-to substitute if I can’t find good pumpkins.
Easy Pumpkin Recipe Rundown
1. Pumpkin Pie Spice
No, it doesn’t have pumpkin, but this spice blend was developed with pumpkins in mind. Besides, being able to adapt a spice mix to your tastes is priceless. Add more or less cinnamon, add ground cardamom for a little extra, or adjust the amount of nutmeg to your preference.
2. Jamaican Chicken and Pumpkin Soup
Enjoy a hearty soup with nutrient-packed deliciousness from chicken, chayote, plantain, and pumpkin (or butternut squash). Spicy or not, you’ll surely slurp it with delight. Serve it with cornbread to help you wipe your bowl clean.
3. Pumpkin Leaf (Ugu) Soup
Did you know you can eat the pumpkin leaves, too? Well, let this savory and smoky ugu soup convince you. The ground peanuts give it a whole new level of tastiness. You can pair it with fufu, boiled dumplings, or fried plantains to complete your fantastic African meal.
Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipes
4. Pumpkin Bread
You’ll love everything about this snack or dessert, especially its moist and soft crumb infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice trio. Add cream cheese for an addictive twist.
5. Pumpkin Banana Bread
Combining two of my favorite fruits, pumpkin and bananas, is a dream come true in this yummy quick bread recipe. (And yes, pumpkin is a fruit, at least from a botanist’s perspective.) Their nutty and sweet flavor combination is like a beautiful melody in your mouth.
6. Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes
Kickstart your day with a healthier version of my ultimate breakfast favorite, pancakes. Enjoy them with the same delicious taste, only made better with pumpkin. Just replace the sweet potato puree with canned pumpkin puree. Yum!
Pumpkin Dessert Recipes
7. Pumpkin Roll
A quintessential fall dessert for cozy and comforting deliciousness. This roll is surprisingly easy, gorgeous, and exudes incredible fall vibes. It also makes a great gift, which is how I learned about it.
8. Pumpkin Pie
Take advantage of the convenience of canned pumpkin puree for an easy and almost healthy dessert. The pumpkin pie spice warms it with holiday vibes.
9. Pumpkin Cake
This perfectly moist and fluffy cake, topped with a caramel cream cheese frosting, will win your heart in a heartbeat. Even the kids love them! Luckily, you don’t need to wait for Halloween or fall to enjoy this yummy treat because the canned pumpkin puree will do the trick.
10. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie
Incorporating pumpkin into cookie dough is a delicious hack to get your kids to eat healthily. They’ll happily munch on them. Besides chocolate chips, you can also add your favorite nuts to add more textures and flavors.
11. Pampoenkoesis (South African Pumpkin Fritters)
Pampo-what?! The name may be difficult to pronounce, but it tastes absolutely unforgettable. This African delight can be enjoyed as a snack, side, or dessert, depending on the flavor and spices you add. But my favorite will always be the sweet kind drizzled in caramel sauce.
12. Pumpkin Spice Latte
But, of course, we need a refreshing beverage to match these amazing desserts. And you can’t go wrong with this pumpkin spice latte, whether it’s served hot or cold. Its pleasantly bitter taste from coffee balances the sweetness of our favorite desserts.
By Imma
