Tis the season for all things pumpkin spiced and everything nice! From savory to sweet and from quick snacks to simple treats, these pumpkin recipes for kids are a great way to incorporate those Fall flavors!

15 healthy pumpkin recipes for kids

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Pumpkin is so versatile and can be used in so many ways. If you’ve got some cans of pumpkin puree laying around, I’ve got you covered with 15 different recipes for how to use it all up! These recipes are healthy and made with simple ingredients that you likely already have on hand. Here are 15 pumpkin recipes for kids that the whole family can enjoy!

1. PUMPKIN MUFFINS

These mini pumpkin muffins are so moist and fluffy and make for the perfect breakfast or snack. Make a large batch to freeze and snack on throughout the week!

Pumpkin muffins cooling on a cooling rack
Pumpkin Muffins
With fall season comes warm spices! These pumpkin muffins are soft, moist, and perfectly spiced!
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Pumpkin muffins served on a wooden cutting board and on a cooling rack

2. PUMPKIN WAFFLES

These pumpkin waffles are dairy-free and full of pumpkin flavor. Their bright orange color makes them a fun breakfast treat that your little ones are sure to love!

Pumpkin waffles served with raspberries and blackberries
Pumpkin Waffles/Pancakes
These bright orange waffles make a great breakfast or snack! The same batter also doubles as pancake batter, so you can make both pumpkin-flavored waffles and pancakes at once!
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Pumpkin waffles served with raspberries and blackberries

3. PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST

French toast is a classic, but pumpkin-flavored French toast brings the classic to the next level. You can serve them as slices or as rollups for a fun twist!

Pumpkin spiced french toast rollups
Pumpkin Spiced French Toast
This pumpkin spiced French toast is the perfect fall breakfast treat. It only takes a few minutes to whip up and is perfect for the whole family!
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Pumpkin french toast with cream cheese drizzle

4. PUMPKIN PANCAKES

The batter for these pumpkin pancakes comes together in one bowl and cooks quickly on the pan for moist and fluffly pancakes great for freezing and reheating.

Pumpkin pancakes served with raspberries and blackberries
Pumpkin Waffles/Pancakes
These bright orange waffles make a great breakfast or snack! The same batter also doubles as pancake batter, so you can make both pumpkin-flavored waffles and pancakes at once!
Check out this recipe
Pumpkin waffles served with raspberries and blackberries

5. PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST BAKE

If you like the idea of French toast, but don’t want to spend time flipping slices on the pan, this pumpkin French toast bake is for you. Bake it up, slice into pieces and serve it with a drizzle of maple syrup for a family serving of French toast made easy!

Pumpkin French toast bake served with strawberries and blackberries
Pumpkin French Toast Bake
This pumpkin french toast bake is a great make-ahead breakfast treat. It is moist when baked and a great way to use up bread before it goes bad!
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Pumpkin French toast bake sliced into four pieces.

6. MINI PUMPKIN PIES

These little pies are the perfect mess-free way of serving pumpkin pie. They are perfect for little hands and portioned for a small sweet treat.

Mini pumpkin pies served with strawberries and blackberries
Mini Maple Sweetened Pumpkin Pies
These mini pumpkin pies are sweetened with maple syrup! They are a perfect little sweet treat to add to your thanksgiving dessert menu!
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Mini pumpkin pies plated with a mini pumpkin

7. PUMPKIN PUFFS

These homemade baby puffs are perfect for little ones practicing the pincer grasp and great for toddlers to stuff by the handful! They are naturally sweetend with banana and make the perfect on-the-go snack.

Pumpkin puffs served on a wooden plate
Pumpkin Puffs
It’s officially fall season which means all things fall flavored! These pumpkin puffs are pumpkin spiced and everything nice!
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Pumpkin puffs served on a wooden plate

8. CREAMY PUMPKIN PASTA

This savory dish is so easy to make and great for the whole family. It is creamy, cheesy and warm-spiced with Fall flavors!

Creamy pumpkin pasta served with broccoli and quartered tomatoes
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
This pumpkin pasta is creamy in texture and silky smooth. It comes together with only a few ingredients making for a perfect weeknight dinner!
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Creamy pumpkin pasta garnished with parsley flakes. Served in a gray bowl.

9. PUMPKIN OATMEAL BARS

These oatmeal bars are loaded with oats and great to serve for a quick breakfast or snack! You can customize them with your favorite mix-ins for a filling treat!

Pumpkin oatmeal bars served with berries and yogurt.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars
These pumpkin oatmeal bars are the perfect sweet treat for the fall season! They are egg-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and great for a quick breakfast or snack!
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Pumpkin oat bars topped with shredded coconut.

10. PUMPKIN CRACKERS

These pumpkin crackers and cheesy with subtle pumpkin flavor. Cut them into your favorite shapes for a fun, festive snack!

Pumpkin Crackers
These pumpkin crackers come together with only 5 ingredients and are a fun snack that can be enjoyed all year long!
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Cheesy pumpkin crackers

11. PUMPKIN YOGURT BARK

Yogurt bark is a mess-free way of serving yogurt to your little ones and this yogurt bark is packed with pumpkin flavor and spices. It is also great to serve as yogurt melts which are great for teething!

Pumpkin yogurt bark on a wooden board.
Pumpkin Yogurt (Yogurt Bark And Yogurt Melts)
This pumpkin yogurt is a creamy, warm-spiced treat. It can be served as yogurt bark, yogurt melts, or as is!
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Pumpkin yogurt bark on a wooden board.

12. PUMPKIN HAND PIES

These little hand pies are the perfect size for little ones to pick up and take bites from. They are simple to make and can be coated in a cinnamon-sugar topping for an extra special sweet treat!

Pumpkin hand pies served with fruits.
Pumpkin Hand Pies
These pumpkin hand pies are the perfect size for little hands! They are a flaky, sweet treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or snack!
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Pumpkin hand pies served with fruits.

13. PUMPKIN BANANA COOKIES

These pumpkin banana cookies come together in one bowl and are sweetened with overripe bananas. They are soft textured, perfect for babies and toddlers!

Pumpkin banana cookies served with strawberries and blueberries
Pumpkin Banana Cookies
These 4-ingredient pumpkin banana cookies are a bright orange fall flavored treat your little ones are sure to love!
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Pumpkin banana cookies served with strawberries and blueberries

14. PUMPKIN APPLE OATMEAL MUFFINS

These oatmeal muffin cups are a mess-free way of serving oats. They freeze well and are perfect to reheat and serve on busy mornings!

Pumpkin apple oatmeal muffins served with berries.
Pumpkin Apple Oatmeal Muffins
These pumpkin apple oatmeal muffins are a great way to get a taste of all the Fall flavors in one. They are easy to hold and a perfect mess-free way of serving oats!
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Pumpkin apple oatmeal muffins served with berries.

15. PUMPKIN DONUTS

These mini pumpkin donuts are soft and fluffy in texture and packed with pumpkin flavor. Top them with an optional maple cream cheese glaze for an extra sweet treat!

Mini pumpkin donuts served with berries.
Mini Pumpkin Donuts
These mini pumpkin donuts are the perfect Fall treat. They are soft and fluffy with a warm spiced flavor and are great for breakfast or a snack!
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Mini pumpkin donuts served with berries.

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