Healthy Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

 

I’ll start by saying that I love all things pumpkin.  Not just pumpkin spice, ALL things pumpkin.  I have fond memories growing up and my Mom making a huge pan of pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting.  Pumpkin bars are still one of my favorite desserts, but my body does not do well with dairy, gluten, or refined sugars.

I have had to find recipes that fill my need for pumpkin this time of year and leave me feeling like my best self, not the self that feels like junk after consuming half a pan of pumpkin bars full of processed ingredients.

My hope is that you enjoy these 10 healthy pumpkin recipes as much as I do!

Healthy Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

Pumpkin Pancakes

At our house, Sunday mornings are for pancakes!  These are my favorite pumpkin pancakes because you can make them without any sweetener and they still taste great!  When we are choosing to avoid sugar I like topping these with Nikki’s Coconut Butter.

Grab the recipe HERE from Balanced Bites.

Pumpkin Bars

Simple and easy with only a few ingredients these flourless pumpkin bars will not disappoint, I promise!  They are naturally sweetened with honey and packed full of pumpkin flavor.

Grab the recipe HERE from Detoxinista.

Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread

This pumpkin bread is light and fluffy instead of super dense like a lot of gluten free baked goods.  When I make this I decrease the sugar to ½ cup because we don’t like things super sweet.  This recipe uses coconut sugar which is lower glycemic and unrefined.

Grab the recipe HERE from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

Pumpkin Pie Cookie Crisp

This is a recipe you absolutely MUST try!  We have been making it as our Thanksgiving dessert for several years.  It is SUPER easy, and Justin even likes it way more than pumpkin pie.  A crumb topping on top of pumpkin filling, what is not to love!!!

Grab the recipe HERE from PaleOMG.

2 Minute Pumpkin Pie

I love a good mug cake!  They are so great because you get to have dessert and it is a single serving… so you don’t have to make the decision to not eat more.  You will likely have all of these ingredients in your pantry so you can make this at any time.  Just think pumpkin pie whenever you want!

Grab the recipe HERE from Delighted Momma

Pumpkin Waffles

If you are on TEAM waffle this recipe will not disappoint.  Waffles are usually denser than pancakes and I would say that is true for this recipe.  If I want something to grab and go, I will make waffles and top them with nut butter for an easy make ahead breakfast.

Grab the recipe HERE from PaleOMG.

Carrot Pumpkin Spice Muffins

I can’t even tell you how many times I have made this recipe…A LOT!  I love that it has an added vegetable with the carrots and can be sweetened with just bananas.  This is a go-to for me during times when I am avoiding sugar.  They are great to grab before a workout or as a mid-afternoon snack.

Grab the recipe HERE from Balanced Bites.

Pumpkin Lasagna Rolls

This recipe is a spin on traditional lasagna that can be made dairy free.  If you are someone that feels better without dairy, Kite Hill has some great dairy free alternatives that you can use for things like lasagna.  We don’t even miss the dairy-filled version.  This recipe would also be great for someone who needs to avoid nightshade vegetables like tomatoes.

Grab the recipe HERE from Fed & Fit.

Pumpkin Cream Chicken Casserole

This recipe is packed with veggies and has TONS of fall flavors.  It is also gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free.  If you like pumpkin and spaghetti squash you will love this recipe.

Grab the recipe HERE from PaleOMG.

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili

I love the addition of pumpkin to traditional chili!  It gives it just a slightly different flavor and a creamy texture.  Plus this recipe is made in the slow cooker so you can put all the ingredients together, turn on your slow cooker, and then forget about it until dinner.  You will also have leftovers for lunch the next day…BONUS!

Grab the recipe HERE from The Real Food Rds.

 

Looking for more fall recipes? Check out our health apple recipe roundup!

 

In Health & Happiness,

Janell