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Enjoy the flavors of fall with these delicious canned pumpkin puree dessert recipes. From traditional pumpkin pies and spice cakes to tasty cupcakes and donuts, these pumpkin-inspired fall dessert ideas are sure to become seasonal favorites.

Looking for a few canned pumpkin dessert recipes to try out this fall? Look no further than these pumpkin-inspired fall dessert ideas. All made using canned pumpkin puree, these easy pumpkin desserts are a great way to celebrate Thanksgiving or any fall celebration.

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1. Homemade Pumpkin Bread

Morning’s just got a whole lot better with this delicious pumpkin bread. Easy to customize with nuts, chocolate chips, raisins and more, this bread can be made ahead and frozen for later. Serve it with butter or cream cheese for a delicious breakfast or snack that’s perfect on any cool fall day.

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2. Pumpkin Pound Cake with Dark Chocolate Glaze

A delicious dessert for fall birthdays or holidays, this pumpkin pound cake is topped with a decadent chocolate glaze for the perfect finishing touch. Serving this for breakfast or brunch? Skip the glaze and top your cake with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar for an equally stunning presentation.

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3. Looped Pumpkin Pie

Top your traditional pumpkin pie with this fun loop design, made using a silicone pie crust mold. For easy decorating, use a store-bought pie crust (we won’t tell!). This fun baking design is a creative and unique way to give new life to an old favorite.

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4. Pumpkin Spice Cake

Keep it simple, yet delicious, with this easy pumpkin spice cake. Served with a tangy cream cheese frosting, this festive fall dessert is sure to please hungry mouths of all ages!

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5. Bourbon Pumpkin Mini Pies

Nutmeg, clove, cinnamon and ginger combine for a delicious mini pumpkin pie that’s great for sharing with a loved one (or just enjoying on your own!). A splash of Bourbon and a dollop of homemade whipped cream help take this pie from bland to grand!

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6.Classic Pumpkin Roll Cake

If you’re like me and prefer cake to pie, this is the dessert for you! This pumpkin Swiss cake roll is filled with a cream cheese frosting, then topped with crushed nuts for added color, flavor and texture. A delicious dessert for Thanksgiving or a fall shower, this cake combines all the tasty flavors of autumn for a treat that will tickle all the senses.

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7. Chai-Spiced Swirl Pumpkin Pie

All you pumpkin-spiced latte lovers are sure to love this spiced pumpkin pie. Made using cardamom, gloves and cinnamon, this chai pumpkin pie takes the dessert you know and love up a notch. A simple braided pie crust is all you need to finish off this easy pumpkin pie recipe.

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8. Pumpkin Donuts

Nothing compliments a pumpkin latte like one of these glazed pumpkin donuts! Packed with pumpkin pie spice, pumpkin puree and brown sugar, these donuts are the perfect way to start your fall morning. With a smooth, coffee glaze to top it off, these donuts are sure to get sleepy heads out of bed.

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9. Mini Pumpkin-Spiced Latte Cakes

When you just need a little taste of pumpkin spice, look no further than this cute mini cake! This pumpkin cake combines all the flavors of the popular latte – pumpkin, coffee and cream – for a warm and comforting end to any meal. Since one recipe makes about 12 cakes, this is also a great dessert for Thanksgiving or small dinner parties with friends.

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10. Pumpkin Spice Buttercream Frosting

This homemade pumpkin buttercream frosting made with actual pumpkin puree is certain to get you in the fall spirit. This easy pumpkin spice frosting starts with a pastry cream base for a rich and creamy pumpkin feel. Serve it on pumpkin cupcakes, chocolate cake, or as a dip for graham crackers!

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11. Double Trouble Pumpkin Brownies

These are no ordinary brownies. Filled with vodka-spiked caramel sauce and topped with a light and airy pumpkin spice mousse, these pumpkin brownies are just as decadent as they are delicious!

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12.Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

When in doubt, there’s nothing wrong with a classic! These pumpkin cupcakes are topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting for a simple and easy fall dessert you can make in no time. Leave them as is or top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to pump up the pumpkin flavor.

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If you’re looking for more fun fall recipes to try, check out our list of easy apple recipes! What are some of your favorite dessert recipes using pumpkin puree? Let us know in the comments below!

Looking for more Fall dessert ideas? Check out the recipes below:

Easy Pumpkin Pie

Dutch Apple Pie

Apple Pie Cookies

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Pumpkin Ale Marshmallows

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12 Easy Pumpkin Desserts Using Canned Pumpkin Puree

Enjoy the flavors of fall with these delicious canned pumpkin puree dessert recipes. From traditional pumpkin pies and spice cakes to tasty cupcakes and donuts, these pumpkin-inspired fall dessert ideas are sure to become seasonal favorites.

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      Maryon October 1, 2020 at 10:49 pm

      Wanted to view pumpkin donuts, but the link does not work. What’s up?

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        Janquelon October 2, 2020 at 2:49 pm

        Hi Mary! The link should be working for the pumpkin donuts.

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      Anneon October 1, 2020 at 8:03 pm

      The link worked fine for me today. Can this recipe be baked as a loaf instead of muffins? Thanks,

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        Janquelon October 7, 2020 at 2:20 pm

        Hi Anne, while we love a good loaf, unfortunately this recipe hasn’t been tested as loaf so we can’t get a definite yes.

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      Bon September 18, 2020 at 1:45 pm

      The instructions included with the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins is incorrect just as Karen stated . The link does take one to the correct recipe , but the instructions are for a cookie recipe not these muffins .

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        Janquelon September 22, 2020 at 2:25 pm

        Hello, thank you! The link should be directing to the recipe instructions for The pumpkin cream cheese muffins.

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      Karenon September 14, 2020 at 5:22 pm

      I wanted to try the pumpkin cream cheese muffins. But when I went to it the instructions were for some type of candy.

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        Janquelon September 14, 2020 at 10:14 pm

        Hi Karen, It looks like the pumpkin cream cheese muffins are directing to the correct recipe on Wilton.com

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