Pumpkin spice is the signature flavor of fall and is certainly a fan favorite. There are many ways to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin spice without pumpkin pie. Here are some easy pumpkin spice recipes that anyone can make, and everyone will love!
Pumpkin Spice Mocktail
With real pumpkin puree, this pumpkin spice mocktail tastes sweet and authentic. You’ll love it and so will the kids! Enjoy it with friends and family by the fireplace or as an after-dinner dessert drink.
Tip: Dip the rim of your glass in simple syrup and coat with graham cracker crumbs for extra fun!
What you’ll need:
1. 1 tablespoon canned pumpkin pie filling
2. 1 ounce simple syrup
3. Splash of sweetened condensed milk
4. ¼ cup half and half
5. Crushed graham crackers (Optional)
6. Ice
7. Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
1. Pour ice into a cocktail shaker
2. Shake the ingredients together until well-mixed
3. Top with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice and whipped cream
4. Enjoy!
Pumpkin Spice Cookies
These pumpkin spice cookies will have the whole family wanting more.
What you’ll need:
1. 2 ½ cups flour
2. 1 teaspoon baking soda
3. 1 teaspoon cinnamon
4. ½ teaspoon salt
5. 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
6. ½ cup butter
7. ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
8. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
9. 1 egg
10. Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix together dry ingredients in a large bowl
3. Beat wet ingredients in an electric mixer until well-combined
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients
5. Stir in chocolate chips
6. Use a spoon to make cookies into balls and lay on parchment paper
7. Cook for 10-12 minutes
Tip: Skip the chocolate chips and top with a cream cheese frosting for an extra sweet treat!
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
Smoothie-lovers will be obsessed with this spin-off of a pumpkin milkshake!
What you’ll need:
1. Frozen banana
2. ½ cup pumpkin pie filling
3. ½ cup milk (or milk substitution)
4. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5. 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until desired consistency and enjoy!
Looking for more recipes? Check out our fall snack ideas or these delicious pumpkin spice cake pops!
