12 Pumpkin Desserts That Make Pie Jealous

pumpkin cheesecake with whipped cream and chopped nuts
Photo: Daniel Whiting

Hey, pie. We need to talk. I'll always love you, but I want to start seeing other pumpkin desserts. I mean, check out what people are saying about these other sweet pumpkin treats. Can you blame me for being tempted to stray into the no-pie zone?

01 of 12

Granny Kat's Pumpkin Roll

Granny Kat's Pumpkin Roll topped with powdered sugar
Allrecipes

A warmly spiced made-from-scratch pumpkin cake is baked in a jelly roll pan so it comes out ultra-thin, and is rolled up with a cream cheese filling to make a pinwheel of fall-flavored deliciousness with every slice.

"I wish there were more stars available because I'd give this recipe ALL of them." —Christie

02 of 12

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies on a white plate
CookinBug

You just know these adorable cookies are going to disappear immediately. I mean, who can resist the cuteness?

"This recipe is ridiculous. They taste just like pumpkin pie (possibly better?!?!) —beck

03 of 12

Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding

Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding in a white dish
Allrecipes

All the flavors of pumpkin pie but with the warming comfort of bread pudding. Snuggle down with a bowlful and see if you don't fall in love with it.

"This was our Thanksgiving dessert and EVERYONE thought it was a HUGE success. From our two year old grandson (who pulled up a stepstool in the kitchen so he could help himself) to my 60 year old husband and everyone in between!" —Nancy Reid

04 of 12

Pumpkin Ginger Cupcakes

Pumpkin Ginger Cupcakes on a white dish
Dianne

"THIS is one of the most perfect cupcakes I have ever had. They are moist, flavorful & perfectly spiced. This Thanksgiving, I think I'll be making these cupcakes instead of pie!" —Marie Robertson Klein

A cupcake this rich and spicy needs only a simple swirl of cream cheese frosting to top it off. Embellish with crystalized ginger for a sweet/hot treat.

05 of 12

Pumpkin Cannoli

three pumpkin filled cannolis on a platter
Kim's Cooking Now

You're going to want to drop the pie and keep the cannoli, especially when it's stuffed with creamy, spicy pumpkin/mascarpone/ricotta filling. Kim's Cooking Now makes her own cannoli shells, and presses mini chocolate chips.

"Excellent variation on traditional Cannoli. I made this for Christmas brunch and it was a huge hit with my family. I was lucky to get a taste myself." —mfields

06 of 12

Pumpkin Cake III

slice of pumpkin bundt cake topped with whipped cream
momlovestocook

This top-rated, versatile cake recipe can be baked as a sheet cake, layer cake, Bundt cake (as shown), or cupcakes.

"Love, love, love this cake! I make it for every family get together and everyone loves it (even the ones that don't like pumpkin love it)." —RobbinAllison

07 of 12

Easy Pumpkin Cream Trifle

Easy Pumpkin Cream Trifle in a glass bowl
Holiday Baker

Layers of spice cake and creamy pudding peek through the glass bowl, tempting your dinner guests to start with dessert. Pecan and toffee bits add flavor and crunch.

"This is FABULOUS!! I have made it for two parties so far and everyone loved it!" —smith1048

08 of 12

Pumpkin Magic Cake with Maple Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Pumpkin Magic Cake with Maple Cinnamon Whipped Cream on a white plate with mint garnish
Yoly

Part pudding, part cake, and magically delicious.

"Made this for Thanksgiving. Was a big hit! Everyone loved it." —katt

09 of 12

Pumpkin Caramel Bourbon Poke Cake

Pumpkin Caramel Bourbon Poke Cake on a white plate
Stasty Cook

Three little words that'll win hearts every time: pumpkin, caramel, and bourbon.

"We looove looove this one! Added a little more bourbon to the caramel and evaporated milk to the pumpkin puree with vanilla. Amazing!" —Lujza Ladocsy

10 of 12

Quick and Easy Pumpkin Mousse

glasses full of pumpkin mousse topped with whipped cream
Mackenzie Schieck

"This recipe was absolutely *sinful* and I truly do not say that about many recipes, especially desserts because I'm more of a savory lover." —Yubbers123

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Pumpkin Cheesecake II

pumpkin cheesecake with whipped cream and chopped nuts
Daniel Whiting

"I make cheesecake all the time and this topped with maple pecan glaze from another recipe was voted the best ever by my friends. A nice change of pace for fall or anytime really. The glaze: Simmer 1 cup whipping cream with 3/4 cup real maple syrup for about 20 min; stir in 1/2 cup chopped pecans and chill." —SARAH_LIZ

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Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake

double layered pumpkin cheesecake on a plate with whipped cream topping
An Do

But honestly, pie. Now that it really comes down to it, I just can't straight up quit you. So I think I've found a way to have my cheesecake and eat pumpkin pie, too. I mean, you still want to be friends, right?

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