Knowing that I am not alone in my love of pumpkin, it occurred to me that having all of my pumpkin recipes grouped in one convenient place would be rather helpful. So, I present to you my ever-growing list of favorite recipes using pumpkin! Though autumn is the traditional time to partake of this nutrient-rich…
Pumpkin pie meets coffee cake in this crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make dessert that makes use of a convenient shortcut. A great way to shake up the Thanksgiving dessert table and a crowd-pleasing contribution to a potluck! Somewhere along the way, you’ve likely been warned not to roll your eyes skyward lest they stay that way. To…
Pumpkin works as a tasty replacement for a portion of the sugar and oil in this crunchy granola, which offers just the right notes of sugar and spice! My go-to granola recipe is such a favorite, it takes a pretty terrific option for me to stray from my old standby. But as fall rolls…
Classic cornbread gets a seasonal twist in this lightly sweet, spiced bread that’s delightful alongside soups, stews, poultry, and pork. Or top the warm bread with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey and enjoy with a morning cup of coffee or tea! When I hit upon a solid recipe, one that my…
She had me at pumpkin pie for breakfast. Of course, if you’ve been reading this blog for a few seasons now, you’ve likely read that my family has been known to eat strawberry shortcake and apple dumplings for dinner. Though this seasonal dessert-turned-meal concept shocked my husband when we were newly married (at that point,…
This super-healthy, stick-to-your-ribs, vegan soup is easy to customize and makes a big batch - perfect for easy dinners and packable lunches all week long. Freezes well, too! First, I must tell you that my husband does not care for pumpkin in savory recipes like sauces or soups — but he adores this…
A gluten-free variation on the classic bran muffin meets a whole can of pumpkin in this wholesome recipe the whole family will love! Bran muffins are a seemingly wholesome way to start the day, yet so many bran muffins rely on sugar and oil to create moisture and flavor. Enter pumpkin! My original recipe for…
Five minutes of prep reward you with a hearty, nourishing, grab-and-go breakfast that’s brimming with pumpkin and warm spices! If I counted how many times I started my day with overnight no-cook oatmeal cups, well….let’s just say it would be a very big number! I love to quickly whip up a jarful (or several)…
Stocked with fresh pumpkin puree and having recently made pumpkin pancakes, muffins, and baked oatmeal, my mind turned to smoothies. My first thought was to combine pumpkin and fresh orange juice to keep the color bright and add natural sweetness. But guess what? No oranges. No orange juice either! We have been on a cider…
Capture the flavors of the season with these no-bake, satisfying bites that come together quickly and offer an option with no added sugars or syrups. Filling protein and fiber. Satiating fats. Warm spices. And pumpkin! These bite-size gems are packed with staying power and seasonal flavor, and a big batch comes together easily thanks…
The classic bran muffin meets a whole can of pumpkin in this wholesome recipe that the whole family will love! Bran muffins are a seemingly wholesome way to start the day, yet so many bran muffins rely on sugar and oil to create moisture and flavor… Enter pumpkin! These satisfying muffins offer the health benefits…
Naturally sweetened and grain-free, these tasty muffins are easy to whip up and perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts and snacks. (Dessert-worthy too!) It all began with this recipe for Pumpkin Peanut Butter Skillet Cookie. Until that point, I had frequently used peanut and almonds butter in savory soups, smoothies, sauces, and more (love these sesame peanut…