Indulge in These 14 Pumpkin Desserts All Season Long

Pumpkins are, without a doubt, the ultimate fall food. From pumpkin spice to fall-infused treats and eats, this seasonal squash is everywhere at the first sign of autumn. Go beyond the standard pumpkin spice latte and whip up pumpkin-infused desserts all season long with these 14, egg-free and dairy-free recipes. 

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Everything you need for fall baking

Peach cobblers, strawberry shortcakes, and cherry turnovers are all quintessential summer bakes but come fall, the star ingredients in these baked treats—otherwise known as fruits—are no longer in season and can be hard to come by. You can rely on frozen varieties, but another option is to focus your attention on seasonal, autumnal bakes. 

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For fruit-forward baking projects, you’ll want to stock up on pumpkins (of course!), apples, pairs, persimmons, figs, cranberries, and more. Your spice rack, too, will need to be stocked up with warming spices such as cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, cardamom, black peppercorns, and pumpkin spice (which is a blend of a number of these spices above). For more fall baking essentials, check out our guide. 

Make these 14 pumpkin desserts this fall

Fill your home with the cozy aromas of fall baking with these 14 pumpkin dessert recipes. 

1Vegan Chai Pumpkin Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

This autumnal pumpkin cake from the Baked With Love cookbook is infused with the warmth of cinnamon and ginger thanks to an aromatic chai spice blend. Finish off this fall treat with a thick cream cheese frosting.
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2Vegan Nutty Cinnamon Pumpkin Iced Strudel

A rich, buttery almond spread made with a pinch of pumpkin spice imparts this flaky pastry with a nutty, seasonal flavor and a bit of crunch, while the bright lemon icing adds a touch of tang in this recipe from the Fall: Plant-Based Recipes to Celebrate Harvest Season cookbook.
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3Vegan Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake Cookies With Vanilla Icing

Cookies and coffee cake come together for a two-in-one dessert that’s rich in autumnal flavors in this award-winning recipe. These melt-in-your-mouth pumpkin sugar cookies are topped with a buttery streusel crumble and a drizzle of vanilla icing. We guarantee this will become your new, go-to cookie recipe all season long. 
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4Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Loaves

Banana bread is a coffee house stape for a reason, but come fall, we’re in the mood for something a little more seasonal. These mini pumpkin loaves are studded with sweet chocolate chips and pack a punch of that fall flavor we can’t get enough of. 
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Kirsten Kaminski

5Easy, Vegan 3-Step No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

This three-step, raw vegan recipe from the Vegan Holiday Cooking cookbook combines three luscious, decadent layers for the ultimate no-bake pumpkin cheesecake. Raw almonds, sweet Medjool dates, and shredded coconut make up the crust—the essential layer base in this better-for-you dessert. It’s then layered with cashew-coconut cream and finished off with a velvety pumpkin layer. With just a bit of prep work, this cheesecake comes together in a jiffy.
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6Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Pumpkin Doughnuts

Stuck indoors on a chilly autumn morning? Dive into this gluten-free doughnut recipe. Pumpkin, cocoa, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves come together for a seasonal breakfast dessert. Pair your doughnuts (and doughnut holes!) with a homemade pumpkin chai latte for the ultimate cozy fall morning. 
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7Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes

Thanksgiving is still two months away, but sometimes, we’re faced with an insatiable craving for pumpkin pie. In lieu of making an entire pie, we turn to these fluffy cupcakes infused with everything we love about this classic Thanksgiving dessert. Don’t skip out on the vegan mayonnaise (yup, vegan mayo!)—it imparts a rich, moist consistency that really helps up the pie factor. 
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Hannah Kaminsky

8Vegan Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cream Pies

Upgrade your oatmeal cookies and turn them into oatmeal cream pies! This recipe infuses pumpkin purée into oatmeal cookies and sandwiches them together with vegan pumpkin spice buttercream. It doesn’t get much better than this.
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Hannah Kaminsky

9Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frozen Yogurt

Frozen yogurt probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you’re craving a sweet, fall treat. But, if you live in a warm or tropical climate and need a little help getting into the fall spirit, this refreshing take on froyo will cool you down while providing a punch of autumnal goodness.
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10Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake

If you’re already planning the perfect dessert for your upcoming Friendsgiving feast, look no further than this dairy-free pumpkin pecan cheesecake. The combination of a buttery graham cracker crust and indulgent filling made with rum extract, silken tofu, warming spices, and pecans for added crunch will make this a treat your guests won’t ever forget. 
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11Vegan and Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies

When chocolate chip cookies just won’t cut it, whip a batch of these autumnal, oil-free delights infused with the best flavors of the season.
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12Vegan Pumpkin Caramel Chocolate Tarts

Velvety chocolate ganache and pumpkin caramel come together in these one-of-a-kind, exquisite tarts that are perfect for any fall dinner party or potluck.
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Danielle Keith

13Vegan and Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

You just need one bowl to make this cozy, oatmeal chocolate chip pumpkin bread. It’s moist, springly, delicious, and best of all, it doesn’t create a mountain of dishes. 
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14Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pie

Of course, there’s nothing like a slice of pumpkin pie! This two-step recipe calls for a store bought pie crust for a quick and easy rendition of this cult favorite. Simply combine your ingredients in a food processor, pour the pumpkin mixture into the crust, and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool and serve with a scoop of ice cream. 
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Jocelyn Martinez is an Associate Editor at VegNews living in Los Angeles, CA.