As homesteaders, we relish the simple joys of self-sufficiency, and what better way to celebrate the essence of autumn than by crafting our own homestead-inspired pumpkin spice blend? The enchanting blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger is not just a culinary sensation but a cozy embodiment of the fall season itself. In this post, we’ll dive into some of the best pumpkin spice recipes to really bring out that seasonal enchantment right in your kitchen.
First, learn to make your own homemade pumpkin spice blend!
DIY PUMPKIN SPICE BLEND
At The Heartwood Homestead, we understand that true homemaking on the homestead is about creating warmth, flavor, and a sense of tradition, right from scratch. That’s why we’ve gathered the very best pumpkin spice recipes from our homesteading community to ignite your culinary creativity.
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In this Pumpkin Spice Round-Up…
…we’ll embark on a flavorful journey through the art of crafting your own pumpkin spice blend and using it to infuse your homesteading kitchen with the scents and tastes of fall.
Join us as we embrace the homesteader’s way of life, where pumpkin spice isn’t just a flavor; it’s a reflection of our dedication to self-sufficiency and our love for the bountiful harvests of the season. Together, we’ll celebrate the magic of homemade pumpkin spice and the warmth it brings to our homesteads.
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1) DIY PUMPKIN SPICE BLEND
by Fallon at theheartwoodhomestead.com
Autumn is the time for pumpkin spice everything. From PSLs, to bready desserts, milkshakes, savory dishes and more! Start here and make the very best pumpkin spice blend to have on hand all season long and get started making some of these delicious seasonal recipes below!
2) GLUTEN-FREE PUMPKIN PECAN COFFEE CAKE
by Molly at mollyfinnegan.com
This delicious pecan coffee cake boasts more than one flavor of fall. With its combination of pumpkin spice, pecans, and pumpkin puree, this is a must try this autumn season. Picture a slice of this cozied up with your favorite pumpkin spice latte. Oh, and did we mention it’s gluten-free?
3) ARTISAN PUMPKIN SOURDOUGH BREAD
by Sam at theunhurriedhomemaker.com
This pumpkin sourdough bread is the perfect fall treat. It’s flavored with pumpkin and warm spices, sweetened with brown sugar, and even looks like a pumpkin as well. There aren’t many other things that are better for the cool months of autumn than this bread.
4) PUMPKIN SCONE RECIPE
by Alicia at ourcrowsnest.com
These delightful pumpkin scones are a classic Starbucks dupe you can make easily at home, but with way more flavor and for half the price. They even have pumpkin spice frosting!! Yum.
5) PUMPKIN BREAD
by Wendy at littlehousesimpleliving.com
This pumpkin bread is everything fall and uses no refined sugar! Fresh fall spices, pumpkin puree, and even pumpkin seeds on top. With its ease to create, this one will be hard to skip this season. I love the small sizes so you can share with friends!
6) HOMEMADE PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE
by Roxanna at aquaintlife.com
This Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte is a delicious blend of pumpkin, spices, and cream for the perfect fall coffee. Save money on all those fancy cafe lattes, and try this instead! Add the whipped cream on top, with a dash of pumpkin spice and you’ll be good to go all season long!
7) PUMPKIN SPICE CREAM CHEESE DUTCH BABY
by Tiffany at oneslowmorning.com
We got hooked on dutch baby pancakes a few years ago when we came across a recipe for an apple pie dutch baby. If you are a lover of dutch babies, or you’ve never had one…this recipe would be an excellent place to start. Its pumpkin spice flavors and cream cheese are the perfect blend for a slow morning autumn breakfast.
8) SOURDOUGH PUMPKIN BREAD
by Dana at thecottagestitch.com
If you’re a sourdough lover like us, you’ve got to try this prefect fall sourdough pumpkin bread recipe. With pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice, you’ll get the full fall flavor profile in a delicious moist bread. Pair it with your favorite homemade pumpkin spice latte for the ultimate cozy feels.
9) CINNAMON SUGAR PUMPKIN SOURDOUGH CRACKERS
by Arica at thesimplehomeplace.com
Wow! Now this is a new twist on pumpkin spice recipes that changes the game. Cinnamon sugar pumpkin sourdough crackers! Just imagine those flavors. What a sweet treat to cook up this fall with all your extra sourdough discard.
10) HEALTHY PUMPKIN PIE BARS RECIPE
by Jess at siloandsage.com
When you’re completely stuffed with all those sweet pumpkin breads, come try this delicious pumpkin bars recipe made with no refined sugar! A healthy and easy alternative to getting in your pumpkin spice fix this fall.
11) PUMPKIN PIE OVERNIGHT OATS
by Sharlyn at thelobolife.com
And while we’re talking about healthy, try this amazing pumpkin spice overnight oats recipe. We love overnight oats, especially ones without refined sugar! They are so simple and delicious. This one is perfect for those cool crisp fall mornings paired next to your favorite pumpkin spiced latte.
12) PUMPKIN PIE SMOOTHIE RECIPE
by Sharlyn at thelobolife.com
Here’s another healthy twist to get your pumpkin spice fix. Try this pumpkin pie smoothie. It boasts all the delightful flavors of fall, in an easy to make smoothie with no refined sugar. Perfect for those in-between days right as fall is coming on, but it’s not quite cold enough for a latte.
13) EASY HOMEMADE PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE
by Rose at anexpressionoffood.com
Here’s another pumpkin spice latte recipe, but this one uses no refined sugar! We just love the variation of these lattes. When you make them from home you really are in complete control of your ingredients. Try a few this fall season and see what hits your heart.
14) PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE MUFFIN RECIPE
by Alicia at ourcrowsnest.com
There are few things that go better together than pumpkin spice and cream cheese…add in a muffin, and I think we’re in heaven. These Starbucks dupe muffins create just the perfect fall flavor combination. We’ve never tried the originals, but after trying this recipe, we don’t need to!
15) PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE
by Sharlyn at thelobolife.com
What a perfect way to use up old bread and savor all the flavors of fall. This pumpkin French toast casserole can be made overnight or in the morning. Making a warm cozy fall breakfast a total breeze!
16) SOURDOUGH DISCARD PUMPKIN SPICE MUFFINS
by Arica at thesimplehomeplace.com
Here’s another pumpkin spice muffin recipe, but not just any pumpkin spice recipe. This one uses sourdough discard which adds such a pleasant depth of flavor. Combined with a nice maple pumpkin spiced latte with whipped cream, this recipe is truly a fall dream come true.
17) SOURDOUGH PUMPKIN BREAD
by Kristin at dirtanddough.com
We love sourdough discard recipes. Try this perfect loaf of sourdough pumpkin bread made with pumpkin puree, sourdough discard, and the classic pumpkin spice blend. Enjoy this perfect fall treat with your favorite pumpkin spice latte in a cozy spot all season long!
18) MASON JAR PUMPKIN SPICE COFFEE CREAMER
by Sierra at learnlifeblog.com
This is a great recipe to keep on hand all season long. Forget the individual pumpkin spice lattes, just add some of this homemade pumpkin spice creamer to your coffee each morning and you’re all set!
19) BROWNED-BUTTER PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE COOKIES
by Lauren at thecozystead.com
Yum! Pumpkin spice and chocolate chip cookies? With the rich flavor of browned butter?? Can it get any better?? This recipe is a fun treat for the fall season that gets you into your cozy pumpkin spice feels without compromising your classic chocolate chip cookie needs! A definite must try!
20) PUMPKIN SPICE MILKSHAKE
By Fallon at theheartwoodhomestead.com
This one brings me back to the DQ days, where they would put out a seasonal pumpkin spice blizzard & I was completely addicted. For this one, we used our own homemade ice cream, our own homemade pumpkin spice, and soon, our own homemade pumpkins for the puree! Definitely a must try recipe!
21) PERFECT PUMPKIN PIE OATMEAL
by Rainie at rainierobinson.com
This really is the perfect pumpkin pie oatmeal recipe. Its delicious warmth and fall flavors will certainly be a hit. It’s so easy to prepare and is a healthy way to get in your pumpkin spice fix. This one is going to be a breakfast staple in our house this season for sure!
22) PUMPKIN BUTTER RECIPE
by Hailey at rootedatheart.com
You might be saying…what? Pumpkin butter? But don’t knock it ’til you try it. This pumpkin butter recipe will knock your cozy fall socks right off! You can mix it or smother it on just about anything, and it’s prefect for babies with no refined sugar.
23) PUMPKIN SPICE DIRTY CHAI LATTE
by Alicia at dailyration.net
This recipe is incredible simple to make, and features even more depth to that warm cozy fall feeling with the addition of chai. It’s not your typical PSL, but instead a cozy flair for all those chai lovers out there (myself included!)
24) THE BEST PUMPKIN JAM RECIPE
by Dee at shemamswithoils.com
I love the variation on this one. In case you didn’t have enough pumpkin spice in all your pumpkin bread and muffins you’ll be making, top them all off with a nice spread of this pumpkin jam! Better yet, swirl some in your oats! Yum!
25) DAIRY FREE PUMPKIN EINKORN DONUTS
by Cindy at simplysproutedhome.com
Time to sit back with your PSL and pumpkin donut with a good book by the first fire of the season. These pumpkin donuts are especially exciting because they use einkorn flour and are completely dairy free! Give them a try this fall, you will not be disappointed!
There you have it…25 of the most delicious pumpkin spice recipes for this fall season.
We hope you try some, if not all of these warm seasonal recipes! Share your favorites in the comments!
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