Today I’m sharing some mouthwatering pumpkin recipes to try this October! Trust me when I say you can’t read this on an empty stomach.
October is the month for pumpkins, and trust me, I enjoy it as much as I can. Pumpkin recipes, pumpkin patches, pumpkin carving, pumpkin candles and pumpkin decorations- I love it all! I have so much fun using it in my recipes, and there’s something special about treating yourself to a PSL (especially when it’s homemade) or taking pictures at a pumpkin patch. Pumpkins are probably the main reason I love fall so much!
Before the recipes, though, I want to talk nutrition for a second. I know pumpkin has become pretty mainstream lately, but did you know just how amazing it is?! (Well besides the fact that it’s delicious). Pumpkin is a powerhouse of nutrients. Just one cup of it contains more than 200% of your daily intake of Vitamin A, which is great for your eyesight. It’s also chock full of fiber, which helps aid in weight loss and helps you feel fuller for longer. Pumpkin also contains the antioxidant beta-carotene, which has been linked to preventing certain types of cancers. It’s also perfect for recovering from a workout because of its high amount of potassium that helps restore electrolytes and keeps your muscles functioning their best. Since it’s also full of Vitamin C, it can help boost your immune system, and who doesn’t want that? And, on top of all that, it’s amazing. ‘Nuff said.1
So, to celebrate the month of pumpkins, I rounded up so delectable looking recipes that I’m sure you are going to love. Helloooo pumpkin.
Pumpkin Recipes to Try this October
Quinoa Black Bean Pumpkin Soup
(from AvocadoPesto.com)
Because fall is the time for soup, and throw some pumpkin in there? I’m sold!
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
(from leelalicious.com)
I’m such a fan of breakfast cookies, and these look amazing. It’s clean, and I love cranberries and pumpkin seeds together. Yum!
Pumpkin Chili
(from tidymom.com)
I love chili in the fall! It’s warm, and reminds me of all the times my mom made us chili growing up. Adding pumpkin in it is one of my favorite ways to spice up a classic recipe.
Chipotle Pumpkin Veggie Burgers
(from peasandcrayons.com)
When Isaac isn’t going to be home, I like to make something for myself that I know he wouldn’t like. For example: veggie burgers. These look SO GOOD, and I can’t wait to try them out.
Easy Pumpkin Cobbler
(from creationsbykara.com)
Uuuuh hello yummy fall dessert! I love cobbler, and it only gets better when you throw some pumpkin in there.
Homemade Pumpkin Butter
(from wickedgoodkitchen.com)
I’m a huge fan of the apple butter at Cracker Barrel, and this stuff looks even more amazing. I would love this in the morning on a piece of toast, or with some yummy pumpkin muffins.
Which of these delicious recipes do you want to try?
References:
1 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/04/pumpkin-health-benefits_n_1936919.html
They all sound great. Once it gets cooler I’m dying to make pumpkin soup.
YUM. Pumpkin soup sounds so good right now. If only it would get cooler! Texas needs to get with the times haha.
That pumpkin butter looks so good! Thanks for sharing these recipes! :)
I know, right?! I need to make some!
Never had pumpkin cobbler before, starting with this one.
Doesn’t it look amazing?! I’m making it for Thanksgiving!
All the pumpkin things! Not even sure where to start. . . possibly the cobbler.
Ahh the cobbler is my favorite! I love all things cobbler and pumpkin.
Can’t wait to try these, I am ALL about the pumpkin!
ME TOO. #pumpkineverything
That quinoa black bean soup and pumpkin chilli look amazing! I always think of pumpkin as a sweet treat but I’d love to try it in some savoury recipes!
Don’t they?? I just need it to cool down here so I can try those recipes out. And YES! Pumpkin is PERFECT in savory dishes!
Yum, that pumpkin cobbler looks amazing!
I know- DROOL! I can’t wait to try it out.
Yum! I am all about the pumpkin right now!
Me too, girl! Reason #212,675,834 why I love fall.
I love pumpkin recipes! I already printed the recipe for the pumpkin burgers and I’m sure I’ll be back for the link to that chili recipe soon. :)
Oooh those burgers sound delicious. Let me know how they turned out!
I love pumpkin recipes in the fall! I did not realize how nutritious pumpkin was. I’m going to have to try the chili ASAP
I didn’t either! I love that one of my favorite fall foods is so great for you.
I’ve go to try the pumpkin chilli! Pumpkin is one of my husband’s favorite things and I know he will love it. Thanks for the inspiration.
Pumpkin chili is one of my favorites! The pumpkin makes it creamier, and Iove the flavor it adds. Your husband will love it!
I HAVE YET TO MAKE ANYTHING PUMPKIN YET!!!!! I think pumpkin chili and pancakes need to happen very soon though!
Ooh yes! I have been ALL over pumpkin lately.
These look so amazing!! That cobbler needs to be in my belly now! Why have I never thought of pumpkin cobbler?!
I KNOW RIGHT?! Like seriously… pumpkin cobbler has my name written all over it!
Pumpkin chili sounds amazing and I’ve always wanted to try pumpkin burgers! Thanks for these delicious recipe ideas!
Of course! I can’t wait to give those burgers a try, too!
The cobbler and the pumpkin breakfast cookies have my name written all over them.
RIGHT?! I’m planning on making those cookies next week- can’t wait!
I love pumpkin butter!!!! The rest of the recipes I have never tried before but they sound amazing!!!!!
Yes!! I can’t wait to make it.
ME TOO. My sweet tooth is SO bad, especially around the holidays!
Me too, girl! I could eat pumpkin errday.
I didn’t either! Which do you want to try first?