Looking for healthy pumpkin desserts that you can try this fall without feeling guilty of consuming too many calories? Here are 15 delicious and healthy pumpkin desert recipes I’ve tried a million times and I highly recommend. These pumpkin desserts are very easy to make and do not require a lot of ingredients.
I have personally tried each and every recipe on this list, some I altered to fit my low calorie diet and some I didn’t need to change. I hope you try some of these recipes and if you do, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.
Tips To Keep In Mind When Making Pumpkin Desserts
Here are some important tips to keep in mind when baking with pumpkin puree to get the best results:
Always choose 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices. Also, pumpkin puree contains a lot of water, so too much can make baked goods soggy or dense. You must always measure pumpkin puree carefully to maintain the right balance of wet and dry ingredients.
You may need to slightly reduce milk or other liquids in your recipe because pumpkin adds moisture. Don’t overmix your batter, mix just until the ingredients are combined to keep muffins, scones, and breads soft and tender. When using canned pumpkin puree, always drain excess liquid before adding it to your batter.
Make sure to keep leftover pumpkin puree in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days, or freeze it for longer storage. Finally, allow pumpkin bread, muffins, and scones to cool before slicing so they can set properly.
1. No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake
If you’re looking for the perfect fall dessert that is healthy, guilt-free, and packed with flavor, you need to try this low-calorie no-bake pumpkin cheesecake! This pumpkin cheesecake is extra creamy, light on the palate, and great to serve for the whole family.
2. Pumpkin Cookies
Looking for a healthy pumpkin dessert that takes only 20 minutes to make? You need to try my easy and healthy pumpkin cookies. This crowd-pleasing fall dessert is one of my favorites, and I also make it for Thanksgiving every year. The best part: you can make these cookies beforehand and serve whenever you’re ready!
3. Low Calorie Pumpkin Bread
This low-calorie pumpkin bread is so easy to make and absolutely delicious! It’s one of my favorite fall recipes that I make every year. This pumpkin bread is also gluten-free, low-carb, and has almost 0 saturated fat. In my opinion, this is the lowest-calorie pumpkin bread you will ever make.
4. Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting
These healthy pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are soo easy to make and well worth the wait. They are gluten-free, low in calories, and great for most diet plans. You can have these pumpkin bars for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or even dessert.
5. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Here are the easiest, fluffiest, pumpkin chocolate chip muffins you will ever try! These muffins are so delicious, low in calories, and healthy to the H. If you love pumpkin muffins, you will adore them; they might become your new favorite.
6. Low Calorie Pumpkin Cheesecake
Looking for a healthy cheesecake recipe that is also guilt-free and delicious? Try this low calorie pumpkin cheesecake. It is one of the best I’ve had since I’ve been experimenting with different types cheesecake recipes. What I love most about this recipe is that it’s light on the palette, not extra sweet, and extremely filling.
7. Low Calorie Pumpkin Banana Bread
This low calorie pumpkin banana bread is super soft, moist, and great for a healthy fall breakfast or mid-day snack. It’s easy to make and a guilt-free recipe to add to your low calorie diet. I make this pumpkin banana bread every fall and it’s usually gone before it completely cools.
8. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
These pumpkin cream cheese muffins are so delicious, they are fluffy and moist, plus the cream cheese filling will make you feel like you’re having dessert for breakfast. And guess what, they are healthy and low in calories too. These are by far, the best pumpkin muffins I’ve had in a while.
9. No Bake Pumpkin Balls
These no bake pumpkin balls are so delicious and easy to make! They are made with just 5 main ingredients. They are low in calories, gluten-free, and dairy-free, plus they can be ready to serve in under 30 minutes. If you want a guilt-free, easy-to-make pumpkin dessert that the whole family will love, you need to try these pumpkin balls.
10. Healthy Pumpkin Chia Pudding
Here is my favorite, easy-to-make pumpkin chia pudding recipe worth making this fall! This pumpkin chia seed pudding is high in protein, low in calories, rich in fiber, and will keep you full until lunch. If you love pumpkin, you are going to enjoy this chia seed pudding recipe.
11. Healthy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
You really need to try my healthy pumpkin cinnamon rolls recipe with cream cheese frosting that actually tastes like the real deal this fall. You can also make these for thanksgiving or simply enjoy them with a cup of pumpkin spice latte. These pumpkin cinnamon rolls are low in calories and packed with nutrients so I really hope you try them.
12. Healthy Pumpkin Brownies
You really need to try my deliciously pumpkin brownies recipe this fall! These brownies are low in calories and great for those that are on a low sugar diet. This easy pumpkin dessert does not require a lot of ingredients and can be ready in just 30 minutes.
13. Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Try these easy, delicious, healthy pumpkin oatmeal cookies. You can make these for breakfast or serve them as a healthy snack option that even the kids are gonna love. I love having these chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies along with a mug of pumpkin spice latte and you should try it too!
14. Healthy Pumpkin Banana Muffins
You need to try this delicious pumpkin banana muffin recipe! It is extra moist, fluffy, and soo easy to make. These pumpkin muffins are also low in calories and can be ready to serve in under an hour. You can enjoy them plain or whip up some cream cheese to go along with them.
15. Healthy Pumpkin Scones
You need to try these pumpkin scones! These scones are soo easy to make, they do not require a lot of ingredients and can be ready to serve under 40 minutes. I highly recommend you try this recipe and if you do, make sure to let me know what you think in the comments below.
Conclusion
There you go! You now have 15 low calorie and healthy pumpkin desserts that you can try this fall. I will be adding new pumpkin dessert recipes as I try them so make sure to save this post for later. I would also love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. You can find me on Pinterest and Facebook for more healthy, low calorie recipes.
