Skip to Content

Best pumpkin recipes

From traditional pumpkin pie to gooey chocolate brownies, these are our favourite pumpkin recipes

By
pumpkin recipes
Good Housekeeping

Not just for carving, pumpkin's mild, sweet flavour works well in both sweet and savoury dishes. From gooey brownies and sweet scones, to cheesy fondue and warming stew, we've got all the pumpkin recipes you'll ever need.

1

Stuffed pumpkins with spelt and blue cheese

stuffed yellow acorn squash with herbs and grains
Ant Duncan

These mini stuffed pumpkins are autumn on a plate.

Recipe: Stuffed pumpkins with spelt and blue cheese

2

Pumpkin Pie Black Bean Brownies

pumpkin pie brownies
Mike English

These brownies are deep, rich and gooey – just as they should be.

Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Black Bean Brownies

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
3

Warming vegan slow cooker pumpkin stew

best stew recipes

Use pumpkin or butternut squash in this hands-off plant-based stew.

Recipe: Warming vegan slow cooker pumpkin stew

4

Pumpkin pie

pumpkin recipes
Good Housekeeping UK

This classic American dish is typically served at Thanksgiving, but we think this Autumnal pumpkin pie will go down brilliantly at any dinner party or tea-time gathering.

Recipe: Pumpkin pie

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
5

Spiced pumpkin doughnuts

pumpkin recipes
Good Housekeeping

These fun doughnuts are best eaten on the same day they’re cooked.

Recipe: Spiced pumpkin doughnuts

6

Spiced Pumpkin Soup

pumpkin recipes spiced pumpkin soup
Good Housekeeping

Pumpkin soup is so easy to prepare and delicious too.


Recipe: Spiced pumpkin soup

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
7

Pumpkin Fondue

pumpkin recipes
Good Housekeeping

Wow friends and family with this delicious fondue, served in a pumpkin!

Recipe: Pumpkin Fondue

8

Pumpkin Scones

december recipes

Use up your leftover pumpkin from Halloween in these spiced sweet treats, making sure nothing goes to waste. The perfect way to celebrate Autumn.

Recipe: Pumpkin Scones

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
9

Spicy Pumpkin Wedges

pumpkin recipes
Good Housekeeping

Spicy pumpkin wedges that could (possibly!) take the place of chips with grilled meat.

Recipe: Spicy pumpkin wedges

10

Bonfire pumpkin and cheese bake

november recipes

Irresistible golden edges and cheesy melting sauce makes this pumpkin recipe an ideal bonfire night dinner.

Recipe: Bonfire pumpkin and cheese bake

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
11

Thai Green Pumpkin Curry

pumpkin recipes thai green pumpkin curry
Good Housekeeping

Making this authentic Thai Green Pumpkin Curry is easy thanks to the wide range of Thai pastes available in supermarkets.

Recipe: Thai Green Pumpkin Curry

12

Pumpkin Seed Brittle

pumpkin recipes pumpkin seed brittle
Good Housekeeping

Try this sweet little nibble to keep your guests energy up.

Recipe: Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
13

Pumpkin Spice Latte Loaf Cake

pumpkin recipes
Good Housekeeping

Your favourite autumn drink reimagined into a tasty cake - this pumpkin spice latte loaf cake is sure to hit the spot.

Recipe: Pumpkin spice latte loaf cake

14

Pumpkin Spiced Brownies

best brownie recipes pumpkin spiced brownies

These gooey chocolate brownies have a delicious pumpkin swirl running through them.

Recipe: Pumpkin spiced brownies recipe

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
15

Pumpkin Bakewell Spider Web Tart

best halloween dessert recipes

We’ve given the traditional cherry Bakewell a Halloween makeover.

Recipe: Pumpkin Bakewell Spider Web Tart

16

Pumpkin Risotto

homemade pumpkin risotto
Mariha-kitchen//Getty Images

For a quick dinner idea, serve with a simple salad. If preparing for a dinner party, dish up with grilled pork or veal escalopes.

Recipe: Pumpkin risotto recipe

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
17

Pumpkin Cheesecake Squares

halloween recipe ghoul pumpkin cheesecake bars

Little white chocolate and marshmallow ghouls sit atop these cheesecake bars, which are the ideal dessert or addition to a buffet table around Halloween.

Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Squares

18

Pumpkin and Chestnut Soup

pumpkin and chestnut soup with chestnut and chive butter
Good Housekeeping

Tuck into this warming festive soup

Recipe: Pumpkin and chestnut soup with chestnut and chive butter recipe

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
19

Potato Gnocchi with Pumpkin Sauce

potato gnocchi with pumpkin sauce
jjpoole//Getty Images

If you're wanting to impress at dinner time, this home-made gnocchi recipe will definitely fit the bill! Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for an authentic Italian menu.

Recipe: Potato gnocchi with pumpkin sauce

Watch Next 
pumpkin recipes
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below