Everyone loves to gobble up pumpkin and pumpkin spice flavored everything during the fall, but many of those desserts are also packed with a LOT of sugar and other not-so-healthy ingredients.
I don’t know about you, but in the midst of the upcoming holiday season and all that food, I want to cut back on sugar where I can. That’s why I compiled this list of 13 healthy pumpkin dessert recipes that will allow you to enjoy all that pumpkin goodness, but without the guilt associated with many of the delicious pumpkin treats out there.
Check out these healthier options below, for gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free pumpkin muffins, cakes, donuts, cookies, and more!
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Healthy Pumpkin Dessert Recipes
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake
innocent yesterday
This Vegan Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake with Streusel Topping is a serious goal for fall. Get the recipe here.
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Milk Muffins
Bakerite
These Vegan Pumpkin Spice Milk Muffins are your favorite fall beverage recreated in soft and sweet cupcake form! These are the best comforting fall breakfasts or snacks. Get the recipe here.
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Pumpkin Snickers Bars
Emily eats
Emilie says, “Healthier than classic store-bought candy, these Pumpkin Snickers Bars are sweet and crunchy with natural ingredients. They’re perfect for Halloween!” Get the recipe here.
Pumpkin Pie Cookies
detoxifying
These Pumpkin Pie Cookies are a vegan, refined sugar free, grain free, and gluten free recipe, but they’re also chewy, sweet, and delicious! Get the recipe here.
Pumpkin Apple Muffins
Bakerite
These Pumpkin Apple Muffins are a healthy breakfast packed with fall flavor. This easy recipe is gluten free, refined sugar free, and vegan. Get the recipe here.
Paleo Chocolate Chunk Pumpkin Bread
Bakerite
This Paleo Chocolate Chunk Pumpkin Bread is a good-for-you twist on your favorite fall treat. This easy recipe is the best I have ever made. It’s chocolatey, moist, and made with coconut flour and almond butter! Get the recipe here.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake with Raw White Chocolate
Downshiftology
These terrific bars are white chocolate pumpkin cheesecakes that require no baking. They are impressive enough to serve at any holiday party. Get the recipe here.
Healthy Pumpkin Bread
tastes lovely
This delicious and healthy pumpkin bread recipe is made with half sugar, half whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and coconut oil. A more nutritious pumpkin bread that you can enjoy without guilt! Get the recipe here.
Gluten-Free Orange Pumpkin Glazed Donuts
she likes food
These Gluten Free Pumpkin Orange Glazed Donuts are a unique and impressive breakfast! They are also dairy free. Get the recipe here.
Single Serve Pumpkin Pie
neurotic mommy
Jenn says, “Single-serving pumpkin pie for true pumpkin lovers who don’t want to share this magical pumpkin dessert. Healthy, rich in magnesium, and deliciously creamy and dreamy.” Get the recipe here.
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
she likes food
These Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Streusel Muffins are amazing! You will love this sweet gift. Get the recipe here.
Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Almond Butter Cups
kara lydon
These Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Almond Butter Cups are easy, yet super creamy, salty, and sweet. You will love them! Get the recipe here.
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Paleo Pumpkin Pie
Bakerite
This Paleo Pumpkin Pie is super creamy and healthy enough to eat for breakfast. This recipe is a wonderful gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and dairy-free alternative to enjoy this holiday season. Get the recipe here.
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