Twenty healthy pumpkin recipes to help you savor the season and celebrate fall in all of its pumpkin glory!

We always have at least one can of pumpkin in our pantry at all times but this time of year, you can expect to find three or four. Whether it’s pumpkin pancakes, smoothies, oatmeal or cheesecake, you better believe we are eating it this fall!

To help you celebrate one of the best seasonal ingredients of all time, here are 20 healthy pumpkin recipes that are full of flavor and easy on the waistline.
Whole Wheat Pumpkin Pancakes
Whole wheat pumpkin pancakes are made moist and fluffy thanks to pure pumpkin and plain yogurt.
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Pumpkin Ricotta Whole Wheat Pasta
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Three Ingredient Pumpkin Fudge
A delicious soft and doughy pumpkin cake bar which takes less than 5 minutes to whip up and only requires three ingredients! Not only is it very low in fat and high in fiber, it’s naturally gluten-free, vegan, paleo and very low in sugar too- Perfect for an anytime snack to treat to have on hand!
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Spicy Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus
Spicy Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus is a five-minute appetizer or spread full of smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors. Simple wholesome ingredients and fast preparation make this a great choice for entertaining!
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Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust
This rich and creamy cheesecake combines the classic fall flavors of pumpkin and spice with an irresistible gingersnap crunch.
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Creamy Pumpkin Fettuccine
This Creamy Pumpkin Fettuccine is made healthy by using a secret ingredient – Tofu noodles! It’s quick, easy and gluten free too! Perfect for a weeknight meal!
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Vegan Pumpkin Pie Chia Seed Pudding
The ideal make-ahead recipe, this vegan pumpkin pie chia seed pudding is perfect for breakfast, snack time or dessert!
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Pumpkin Pie Greek Yogurt Parfaits
These thick and creamy pumpkin pie parfaits are filled with vanilla Greek yogurt, crunchy granola and creamy pure pumpkin.
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Cheesy Pumpkin Lentil Pot Pies
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Healthy Pumpkin Applesauce Muffins
These pumpkin-packed muffins with apples and walnuts are so light and fluffy your family will have no idea they’re actually good for you!
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Five Ingredient Thai Pumpkin Soup
With just 5 simple ingredients, my Thai Pumpkin Soup delivers a curry and coconut flavor combination more often expected from a pumpkin soup recipe with far more ingredients than 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Bonus: It’s ready to eat in under 10 minutes.
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Pumpkin Date Smoothie
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Perfect Pumpkin Bread
This Moist Pumpkin Bread Has Become A Favorite Fall Treat In Our Family! A Delicious Pumpkin Loaf, Topped With Irresistible Cinnamon Sugar, And Packed With Amazing Flavor.
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Pumpkin Swiss Burger with Fried Sage
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Best Guide On How To Roast Pumpkin Seeds
The best guide to oven roasting pumpkin seeds! Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder make these pumpkin seeds a crunchy, savory and addictive snack.
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Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Bacon
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BAKED PUMPKIN PARMESAN CHICKEN
Here’s a good idea for using up your pumpkin puree all year long: Baked Pumpkin Parmesan Chicken
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Pumpkin Guacamole
Give your friends and family a good laugh and an even better treat with this Frightfully Delicious Pumpkin Guacamole!
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Crockpot Turkey Pumpkin Chili
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Pumpkin Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
Kids and adults alike will devour these healthy, protein-packed pumpkin oatmeal breakfast cookies.
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Nutmeg Nanny
Please pass me ALL the pumpkin please!
Liz DellaCroce
Hell to the yes. Three cheers for pumpkin.
Arman @ thebigmansworld
Thanks for sharing, Liz! I find it so odd that pumpkin is seasonal since being here in the States- Back in Australia, it was a staple…although only eaten savory! :D
Liz DellaCroce
Honestly it’s a staple at my house – hah!
Aggie | Aggie's Kitchen
I’m a pumpkin all year lover too :) I just used a can in the slow cooker for a autumn squash soup I’m trying! Smelling good! Thank you so much for sharing my pumpkin pasta!
Liz DellaCroce
What a great idea to use it in soup – I can’t wait to see your recipe!! xo
Julie @ Table for Two
We always have one can of pumpkin in the pantry at all times too! You never know when the mood strikes ;) thank you for including me in this round-up! The other pumpkin recipes look so good. I need to make them all!
Liz DellaCroce
It’s funny – we have like 5 now and Rich is getting pissed because that means I haven’t used enough of it lately!! :)