11 Pumpkin Dessert Recipes That Prove Healthy And Delicious Can Coexist
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There’s a chill and eeriness in the air that can only mean one thing… It’s fall y’all!
Pumpkin spice lattes have been available at Starbucks since September 1st but I had to wait. I had to wait for fall to arrive.
It’s like Christmas. Decorations and gifts line the store shelves earlier each year. But for me, I hold off until Thanksgiving.
It makes the season feel more “seasony” and worth the wait. Is that a word? I guess it is now. Anyone else agree?
So now that it’s officially fall, it’s officially time to dig into the good stuff: Pumpkin Everything!
The following recipes are mind blowing. Healthy with an extra dose of delicious spice. Perfect for sitting on the couch with a blanket wrapped around and these treats in your hands.
11 Guilt-free Pumpkin Spice Recipes Worth Making
Anyone want to have a pumpkin tea party with me?
Each of us bring one of the treats below. We’ll end up in a pumpkin spice coma. And instead of tea, there will be mimosas (duh).
1. Cranberry White Chocolate Pumpkin Blondie Bars
Lindsay knows the way into a girl’s heart. Through chocolate! These bars are gluten-free and loaded with healthy fats and natural sugars.
Oh Tina, you know how to justify a great stack of pancakes. These “recovery” pancakes are perfect after a week of tough workouts. The perfect ratio of protein to carbs for a healthy and filling breakfast.
3. Pumpkin Cookie Dough For One
If you guys haven’t checked out The Big Man’s World, do it now. Every recipe is beautiful, delicious and good for you. This pumpkin cookie dough is no exception.
Who said that ice cream season was over? It goes for 365 days a year! This dairy free ice cream contains all the flavors we love! And if you have a blender or processor you’ve got all you need. No ice cream maker needed.
5. Pumpkin Cinnamon “Sugar” Muffins
You can’t go wrong with Taylor’s recipes. These low-carb, low fat and high protein muffins aren’t just delicious. They are simple. Like caveman simple.
Taylor also has a pumpkin fettuccine recipe that looks too good not to share!
Who doesn’t love an extra dose of energy each day? Energy balls are the best for quick snacks to fuel you before workouts or between meals. Who are we kidding? Energy balls are great anytime!
7. Protein Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding
Chia pudding is the bomb.com! If you’ve never made it, make it. Make this exact recipe. It’s paleo, gluten-free and vegan (if you’re a honey eating vegan like I was).
What I love is this high protein snack is a great breakfast too. It’s loaded with tons of nutrients for fuel. And enough flavor for a delicious treat!
8. Pumpkin Coconut Maple Custard Cups
Custard sounds so intimidating. It’s not. Try it out! This recipe calls for maple in place of sugar and contains full fat coconut milk for a healthy fat dose.
I’ve seen lots of recipes for pumpkin pie oats, but not one quite this beautiful and delicious. Oh, and Anne is going to be a guest on the podcast next week too!
Another great dairy free, high protein breakfast, snack, or dessert to fill all pumpkin cravings. Donuts are the new cupcakes and these look super simple.
Don’t have a donut maker? I don’t either. Which is why I make donut holes instead! Simple, delicious and the perfect “mini treat” with your pumpkin latte.
Excuse me, I have to get my tush into the kitchen and start baking! My pumpkin craving is taking over.
What do you like best: pumpkin or sweet potato?
I love both, but something about fall doesn’t feel right without pumpkin.