Pumpkiny Goodness

If fall is your favorite season, then it's likely you're an enthusiast of what we call Pumpkiny Goodness! That's exactly what we have here: pumpkin recipes and treats that take you way beyond traditional pumpkin pie—and help your family celebrate this wonderfully delicious time of year.

SWEET RECIPES

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake from San Diego food blogger, The Seaside Baker.

Pumpkin Flan Cake from The Seaside Baker

Frosted Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls from The Seaside Baker

Pumpkin Pie Coffee Cake at Food for My Family

Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins from The Seaside Baker

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Frosting from Food Network Magazine

Pumpkin Fluff is great for dipping graham crackers, ginger snaps, or sliced fruit.

This Sweet Pumpkin Dip also makes a yummy spread for muffins, toast or mini bagels.

Mini Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from Very Best Baking
Mini Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from Very Best Baking

Pumpkin Roll from Very Best Baking

SAVORY RECIPES

Lisa's Pumpkin Chili -- serve with Pumpkin Cornbread!

Pumpkin Cornbread by Tasty Kitchen
Serve with Pumpkin Chili!

Pumpkin Mac & Cheese from Chocolate Covered Katie

DRINKS

Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate at Tidy Mom

Pumpkin Pie Milkshake at Completely Delicious
Yes, there is an actual PIECE of PIE in this seasonal indulgence!

Lisa Gipson is the managing editor of San Diego Family. Fall is her favorite season and she loved doing the "research" for these recipes.

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