October is already in full swing and by now, you may even be approaching your second round of exams. A great way to unwind is with some good ol’ girl’s night in baking. There is always one flavor that comes to mind when fall comes around: pumpkin.
Every year we go crazy for pumpkin flavor in just about anything you can think of. Why rely on food chains and brands to make your favorite pumpkin flavored food or drink when you can make it yourself? Here are five mouth-watering pumpkin recipes worth a try. Just click on the links and you will find all of the steps to follow and ingredients needed. Happy baking!
1.    Pumpkin Pie Bars- http://roxanashomebaking.com/pumpkin-pie-bars-recipe/
It is your favorite classic pumpkin pie but with a twist. Roxana’s Home Baking has a great recipe for these cute mini pumpkin pies. With a small bit of whipped cream on top, you will have the cutest pumpkin treat on campus. Directions can be found in the link.Â
Ingredients:Â
Crust
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup diced cold butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons iced cold water
Filling
- 2 eggs
- 1 can pumpkinÂ
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
2.    Pumpkin Spiced No-Bake Cookies- http://auntpegsrecipebox.blogspot.com/2012/03/pumpkin-spiced-no-bake-cookies.html
This blog makes baking look so easy! Because sometimes an oven is not available, these cookies are so simple to make. Everyone will sure to be drooling over them! Directions can be found in the link.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup butter
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 box instant pumpkin spice pudding mix
- 3 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3.    Pumpkin Seeds- http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/toasted_pumpkin_seeds/?utm_medium=viraltag-content-network&utm_source=viraltag-post&utm_campaign=viraltag
After you carve your pumpkin for the season, you should bake the seeds. You only need three things: a stovetop, an oven, and about 45 minutes (after you carve) to make this easy treat. Directions can be found in the link.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium sized pumpkin
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
4.    Pumpkin Spice Latte- http://cincyshopper.com/copycat-starbucks-pumpkin-spice-latte-recipe/
What are pumpkin recipes without the classic PSL? This copycat pumpkin spice latte recipe is easy to make and worth the fun! Directions can be found in the link.
Ingredients:
Syrup
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
Latte
- 8 oz milk
- 4 oz strong coffee or espresso
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin spice syrup
- whipped cream
5.    Pumpkin Dip- http://www.northcarolinacharm.com/2011/10/pumpkin-dip.html
If you love pumpkin and you love to dip, this is the quick recipe for you. It will not take long to put together this adorable recipe. If you are going to a party or just want a treat that looks cute, definitely try to put the dip in the pumpkin (pictured). Better eat it fast, because it will be gone before you know it! Directions can be found in the link.
Ingredients:
- 1 15 oz can pumpkin
- 1 5 oz box instant vanilla pudding (powder)
- 1 16 oz containter cool whip
- 1 small pumpkin
- 1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon