From sweet to savory, healthy and indulgent, and many also gluten-free…I’ve got you PUMPKIN covered for the holidays with these 45 Vegan Pumpkin Recipes!
Fall and winter are filled with decorating your home, prepping for the holidays, figuring out plans with family and friends, and making travel arrangements. The next few months fly by quickly and before you know it, another year has passed.
Along with all the holiday madness comes all the delicious food! My head has been spinning the past few months with all sorts of awesome seasonal recipes – some you’ve already seen and others I can’t wait to share with you soon.
One of my favorite ingredients for this time of year is of course, PUMPKIN! My pantry is stalked with pumpkin puree. Double batches of pumpkin breakfast cookies, stocking the fridge with home-made pumpkin butter, and heading into the weekends with my pumpkin pecan waffles.
There’s really no such thing as too much pumpkin if you ask me.
If you don’t have a huge sweet tooth, or think pumpkin can only be used in desserts, I also have some awesome savory pumpkin recipes in this roundup! Don’t like to bake? No worries…there are some delicious drinks and quick and easy no-bake recipes as well. There’s really no excuse not to buy a can of pumpkin with one of these 45 vegan recipes!
In order to pass along the pumpkin fever, I’ve pulled together this amazing collection of Sweet & Savory Vegan Pumpkin Recipes that your family and friends will love! From sweet to savory, healthy and indulgent, and many also gluten-free…I’ve got you covered with PUMPKIN recipes for the holidays!
So whether you’re hosting a family dinner at your house, or taking a dish to a potluck, check out this roundup of delicious vegan pumpkin recipes!
Vegan Pumpkin Recipes
SAVORY APPETIZERS & SOUPS
Easy Vegan Pumpkin & Chili Infused Oil Pretzels * from Imagelicious – Easy, vegan, spicy and delicious pretzels, perfect for cozy fall weekends or any time of the year. Great snack or accompaniment to dinner or BBQ.
Curry Pumpkin Dip from Kitchen Gidget – Savory, creamy curried pumpkin dip spiced with warm aromatics such as curry, ginger and caramelized onions. Serve with pita chips for party perfection!
Vegan Pumpkin Chipotle Chili * from The Vegan 8 – One pot, ready in 30 minutes, oil-free and meatless. It is so hearty with seasonal pumpkin for body and creaminess that is accented with spicy, smoky chipotle peppers for a warming, full-on flavored meal.
Pumpkin Garlic Knots * from Yep It’s Vegan – If you have any garlic lovers in your life, these are a must-make!
Pumpkin & Cauliflower Soup with Ginger * from Salt & Lavender – This soup is thick, hearty, and comforting. The ginger gives it a little zing, warming you up further.
10-Minute Thai Peanut Butter & Pumpkin Soup from It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken – This soup takes only 10 minutes to make. No chopping, no blending.
SAVORY MAIN DISHES
Quinoa Pumpkin & Kale Salad with Tempeh * from Green Envi – This salad has healthy ingredients like kale, tempeh, quinoa, butternut squash, tahini and sesame seeds. It’s filing, gorgeous, and delicious!
Pumpkin & Cashew Ricotta Stuffed Shells – These Pumpkin and Cashew Ricotta Vegan Stuffed Shells are topped with Sage Béchamel Sauce for a delicious plant-based pasta dish that the whole family will love.
Chickpea Pumpkin Veggie Pizza * from Vegan Richa – Pumpkin sauce spiced with herbs and spices, topped with spicy chickpeas, veggies and pepita parmesan.
Barley Risotto with Pumpkin and Rosemary from The Petite Cook – Made with barley and the perfect combination of Fall flavors!
Savory Mushroom and Quinoa Stuffed Mini-Pumpkins from Simple Seasonal – Easy to make and deliciously sweet and savory, these little-stuffed pumpkins are perfect for your next potluck!
Sweet & Savory Grilled Cheese w/Apples & Pumpkin – It’s sweet and savory, contains apples and pumpkin, is easy to make, and is the best way to enjoy Fall flavors!
Vegan Pumpkin Sage Risotto from Veganosity – Creamy risotto made with vegan pumpkin sauce and sage leaves!
Vegan Pumpkin Pasta Sauce with Wild Mushrooms * Cilantro and Citronella – An easy 4-ingredient pumpkin sauce tossed with pasta and topped with sautéed mushrooms, garlic and herbs will give you a filling and delicious 30-minute dinner for a chilly fall evening.
PIES & CHEESECAKES
Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Pie with Almond Crust * from Vegan Richa – Pumpkin, pie spice, chocolate, and vanilla…what more could you want in a pie?!
Maple Cream Pumpkin Cheesecake from Spabettie – A mix of traditional pumpkin pie and rich cheesecake!
Fruit Sweetened Pumpkin Pie * from Feasting on Fruit – Enjoy it for breakfast, snack, or dessert! This fruit-sweetened pumpkin pie is delicious!
Healthy Pumpkin Pie Parfait with Coconut Whip * from I Love Vegan – A creamy pumpkin pie smoothie, layered with some coconut whip and a delicious granola for the perfect refreshing parfait!
Baked Pumpkin Cheesecake * from Unconventional Baker – Baked, soft, healthy, and the perfect dessert to bake for the holidays!
CAKE, CUPCAKES, BROWNIES, ICE CREAM, CANDY, & COOKIES
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting from Fragrant Vanilla – Ultimate layers and layers of soft moist pumpkin spice cake with vegan cream cheese frosting!
Pumpkin Fudge Brownies * from Veggie Inspired Journey – Super moist, fudgy, gluten free brownies with the perfect balance of chocolate and pumpkin.
Pumpkin Molasses Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Frosting from Veggies Don’t Bite – Sweet decadent vegan pumpkin cupcakes without processed ingredients. These cupcakes are moist, fluffy and delicious all without gluten, oil and refined sugar!
Dairy-Free No Churn Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream * from Leelalicious – Made with whipped coconut cream, sweetened with dates and seasonally flavored with pumpkin and pumpkin spice.
Pumpkin Spice Dark Chocolate Truffles * – Everyone needs a batch of these 5-ingredient vegan Pumpkin Spice Dark Chocolate Truffles to have for the holidays! They’re super rich, easy to make, melt in your mouth, and make the perfect after dinner dessert or holiday gift!
Pumpkin Pecan Breakfast Cookies * – These gluten-free, vegan cookies are the perfect grab-and-go for breakfast, snack, or even dessert!
NO-BAKE BALLS & SNACKS
Raw Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls from Made by Luci – Need a quick afternoon energy fix? Grab one of these raw energy balls!
No-Bake Vegan Pumpkin Cookies with Pecan & Coconut * – They take only 10 minutes to make, have minimal cleanup, are healthy, contain energy-boosting ingredients, and are the perfect guilt-free bites for breakfast, snack time, or dessert!
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte Truffles * from Fit Mitten Kitchen – Made with plant protein blend for a superfood boost, gluten-free, vegan, and delicious!
No-Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites from Beaming Baker – A one bowl recipe for delicious cookie dough bites packed with pumpkin and chocolate chips.
Apple Nachos Drizzled w/Pumpkin Butter – Indulge in this quick and easy vegan dessert, Apple Nachos! It’s drizzled with my favorite pumpkin butter, and topped with chocolate and pecans.
OATMEAL, BREADS, SCONES, & MUFFINS
Pumpkin Spice Latte Overnight Oats with Maple Pepitas from Domesticate-Me – Wake up to this easy dessert-like breakfast of overnight oats!
Vegan Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal from V Nutrition and Wellness – Full of pumpkin goodness, it’s perfect for fall or anytime you want a delicious warm breakfast.
15-Minute Pumpkin Butter * – Craving that fall pumpkin flavor but hate baking? Have some leftover pumpkin puree that needs to be used? Looking for that sweet something you can dig into any time of the day? This delicious caramel-like 5-Ingredient Pumpkin Butter recipe is the answer!
Whole Wheat Vegan Pumpkin Scones with Cinnamon Orange Glaze * Fit Mitten Kitchen – The most flavorful Vegan Pumpkin Scones thanks to loads of spices and a cinnamon orange glaze!
Pumpkin Spice Pecan Waffles * – Skip the long brunch lines and make these pumpkin spice waffles! Extras freeze well for quick breakfasts!
Vegan, Gluten-free Pumpkin Spice Muffins from Delightful Adventures – Vegan gluten free pumpkin spice muffins that are so easy to make!
Vegan Pumpkin Muffins * from Show Me The Yummy – These healthy vegan pumpkin muffins are made w/ whole wheat flour & are naturally sweetened w/ maple syrup! They’re topped w/ pecan streusel & maple glaze!
Pumpkin Molasses Muffins from Unconventional Baker – Simple, fluffy, delicious Fall flavored muffins perfect for snack and breakfast!
DONUTS & PUDDING
Baked Chia Pumpkin Pie Donuts from Wholefood Bellies – Enjoy baked chia pumpkin pie donuts instead of the fried unhealthy variety!
Pumpkin Orange Donuts * from A Virtual Vegan – Moist, soft & fluffy, oil-free Pumpkin Orange Donuts.
Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding from Veggies Save The Day – A delicious and healthy seasonal treat for both breakfast and dessert.
Vegan Pumpkin Pudding from Green Evi – Dense, sweet, and the perfect dessert to enjoy anytime!
DRINKS
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake from Eating by Elaine – This protein shake is full of good-for-you ingredients and tastes just like a pumpkin pie.
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte from Vegan Huggs – A rich, creamy, frothy, and aromatic. It’s free of refined sugar, dairy, and processed junk.
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Smoothie * from Beaming Baker – A 6 ingredient recipe for creamy, thick pumpkin pie smoothies bursting with fall flavor. Vegan, Paleo, Gluten Free, Dairy Free.
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Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite
Thanks so much for including me! I’ve shared! And drooled a bit while looking through this list. LOL
anjali
Your muffins are definitely drool-worthy…especially that frosting topping!! Thanks so much for contributing and sharing!
Rebekah | Kitchen Gidget
Wow, these look incredible! Can’t say vegan food isn’t tasty! Thanks for including my Curried Pumpkin Dip. 🙂
anjali
Thanks so much for contributing! I’ve loved seeing all the savory pumpkin recipes around! That dip sounds delicious!
Rashmi
This is an awesome roundup.
anjali
Thanks Rashmi!
Linda @ Veganosity
This is a beautiful and mouthwatering collection of pumpkin recipes, Anjali. Thanks for including my pumpkin risotto! Sharing everywhere.
anjali
Thanks so much Linda for contributing to the roundup and sharing! That risotto of yours looks delicious!
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit
So should we just kick all other foods off the menu and have nothing but pumpkin dishes for Thanksgiving? Because that sounds pretty amazing to me right now with all these wonderful options!! I love that you combined the sweet and savory in one post, pumpkin is so versatile. Thank you so much Anjali, sharing for sure!
anjali
What a great idea Natalie! Pumpkin theme thanksgiving dinner…never even thought of it. But if i were in town for that weekend it’s totallly what I would do. All these are now on my list to try + as you know my pantry is stalked with un-used cans of pumpkin ha! Yeah I’ve loved seeing the savory in with the sweet for pumpkin…thanks so much for contributing your gorgeous pumpkin pie!
Demeter | Beaming Baker
This year has definitely gone by SO quickly!! Anyway, I hope that the rest of the year is cold/flu-free for you and your fam. 🙂 Loving all the recipes in this roundup! Thank you for including me, and for putting the time and effort into gathering up all of this vegan deliciousness for us! 🙂 Happy Holidays!
anjali
Thanks so much Demeter! Yes crossing my finger about the sickness…although we’re heading out of the country for a bit so hoping we don’t get sick there ha! Thanks so much for your wonderful recipes! I hhave all these on my own list to try with all the pumpkin in my pantry!
Natasha @ Salt & Lavender
Thanks for including my soup recipe!! These all look delicious. Sharing! 🙂
anjali
Thanks so much for contributing to it and sharing! I need to try that soup of yours!
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy
Holy yum! These all look amazing 🙂 Thanks for including our muffins!
anjali
Those muffins sounded delicious!!! Thanks so much for contributing!
Brian Jones
What a wonderful collection of recipes, the savoury section particularity peaks my interest 😀
anjali
Loving all the savory pumpkin recipes this year! Especially in italian food.
Claire @foodiequine
This is exactly what I need at the moment! I bought three huge pumpkins after halloween for only 10p each and they are still sitting on my counter top looking at me!
anjali
oh WOW!!! Then yes…you really need this roundup! I’ve only ever used pumpkin cans so far ha. Can’t seem to get myself to tackle dicing a huge pumpkin so far…but maybe next year!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan
Pumpkin is one of my all time favs and this line up is making me drool!
anjali
Me too! Thank you!
Melissa
There can never be enough pumpkin! I have so many new recipes to try now. Thank you for including my recipe 🙂
anjali
Thanks Melissa!!
Reshana
Love all the pumpkin recipes here! You have done a great roundup!
anjali
Thanks Reshana!!
Reshana
What a lovely round up Anjali and all those recipes look great, from the baked goods right down to the smoothies!
Emma
Great list of recipes! I grow pumpkin myself and I have a lot of it! I’ve always tried to vary pumpkin recipes and your list helped! Thank you!
anjali
Oh wow…that’s awesome you grow pumpkin! I’ve never even tried fresh homegrown pumpkin in my recipes, so it must be awesome! I love all these recipes and bloggers…so hope you find some you like!