Though pumpkin spice originated as a shortcut for pie flavoring, we believe it’s too good to be confined to a pie plate. But in a season where this ubiquitous term is on every dessert menu, what treats best capitalize on its warm, spicy bite? From pumpkin cake to pumpkin tiramisu, our collection of pumpkin spice dessert recipes will help you bring out the very best in this beloved fall flavor.
Pumpkin Spice Dessert Recipes
For Every Craving
Are cookies your kryptonite? Is cream cheese frosting irresistible? These pumpkin spice dessert recipes have something for everyone, including the novice chef. While each dessert is simple to make, they still bring the wow factor with a beautiful presentation and warm, cozy flavor.
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Few flavors complement the warmth of pumpkin spice desserts like sweet cream cheese frosting. This pumpkin cake mixes up in minutes with basic dry ingredients and pumpkin puree flavored with pumpkin spice, egg and vanilla. While the cake is cooling, whip up the frosting with softened cream cheese, vanilla and confectioners sugar. Before spreading it on the cake give in to a small taste of its sweet, creamy perfection.
You’ll need:
- Pumpkin puree
- Pumpkin spice
- Flour
- Sugar
- Confectioners sugar
- Cream Cheese
- Vanilla
Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding
Pumpkin spice dessert recipes that blend two treats in one can have double the appeal and this bread pudding is no exception. Combining a classic English dessert with the flavors of pumpkin pie creates a comforting dish that’s not overly sweet. In this recipe, French bread chunks soak up an egg custard flavored with pumpkin spice, pumpkin puree and sweetened condensed milk. After an hour of soaking, pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish and bake for 45 minutes. Serve warm to make the most of the crispy crust and soft, custardy interior.
You’ll need:
- French bread loaf
- Eggs
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Vanilla
- Pumpkin puree
- Pumpkin spice
Iced Pumpkin Cookies
Wondering what can I use if I don’t have pumpkin spice? The cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves in this simple recipe bring the same warm, cozy flavor when added to the dry ingredients. After baking and cooling, drizzle with a sweet glaze of confectioners sugar, butter and vanilla. Just make sure your cookies are evenly baked when they come out of the oven. An oven baking unevenly can yield cookies that are burned on the bottom and underndone on top.
You’ll need:
- Butter
- Sugar
- Flour
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Cloves
- Confectioners sugar
- Pumpkin puree
Pumpkin Spice Latte Tiramisu
What can pumpkin spice be used for besides cakes and cookies? While tiramisu may not be your first thought, the warm spice enhances this traditional Italian dessert. Instead of plain espresso, the lady fingers are soaked in a mixture of the coffee and pumpkin pie spice. Meanwhile, the classic mascarpone filling gets autumn-ready with the addition of more pumpkin spice and pumpkin puree. Easy fall dessert ideas don’t get any easier than layering the cookies, mascarpone, and whipped cream in a baking dish and refrigerating.
You’ll need:
- Lady fingers
- Mascarpone cream
- Whipped cream
- Pumpkin puree
- Pumpkin spice
- Instant espresso powder
We hope these pumpkin spice dessert recipes add to your enjoyment of some of our favorite seasonal flavors. Happy Baking from all of us at GFY Appliance Repair!
