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10 Easy Pumpkin Recipes that put PSL’s to Shame

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UH chapter.

Let’s venture outside the basic-girl box and step away from the PSL. Pumpkin tastes amazing in more than just your staple fall latte! I’ve rounded up 10 amazing pumpkin recipes that you would be crazy not to try!

 

Pumpkin Bread

It’s classic and pretty simple! The fresh aromatic scent of the pumpkin will only make you want to make more! Definitely the best place to start with pumpkin.

 

 

Pumpkin Pie Waffles

Start off the most important meal of the day with pumpkin! As you step out of the door for class you can bask in the cool fall breeze while being perfectly satisfied. Not a waffle kind of person, than turn it into a pancake!

http://www.savorynothings.com/simple-pumpkin-waffles/

 

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

We all know the most tempting smell in a mall is hot and melty cinnamon rolls, so why not have that delicious aroma at home. These. Are. Amazing. They have a slight pumpkin taste, which is just enough to make them special.

http://www.averiecooks.com/2014/09/the-best-pumpkin-cinnamon-rolls.html

 

Pumpkin Coffee Cake Doughnuts

O.M.G. These are pumpkin doughnuts with a coffee cake streusel-type topping. Enough said.

http://delightfulemade.com/2014/09/07/pumpkin-coffee-cake-donuts/

 

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

You cannot bake without at least add a bit of chocolate. A cake-like dessert bar that makes the perfect snack. Pair it with your favourite coffee drink for an afternoon pick-me-up!  

http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-bars/

 

Caramel Pumpkin Blondies

Pumpkin blondies with layers of melted caramel and chocolate! It would be a miracle if you don’t devour this entire pan in one day.

http://tastykitchen.com/blog/2011/10/ooey-gooey-caramel-pumpkin-blondies/

 

Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

If you’re trying to fend off the freshman 15, don’t because these delicious treats are so worth it. Think brownie with mesmerizing swirls of  pumpkin cheesecake in every bite.

http://www.ohsweetbasil.com/pumpkin-cheesecake-brownies-recipe.html

 

Pumpkin Nutella S’mores Cookies

Pumpkin + S’mores + Nutella. You can sit outside under a warm blanket with your snuggle buddy and enjoy S’mores with a twist and deal with less of a fuss.

http://www.culinarycoutureblog.com/2015/09/brown-butter-pumpkin-nutella-chip.html

 

Pumpkin Creme-Filled Cupcakes

Not only delicious but completely adorable! Look at that little pumpkin on top! They are great for themed parties, and the recipe can easily be manipulated to your liking.

http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cream-filled-pumpkin-cupcakes

 

Pumpkin Walnut Cheesecake

Finally, I stumbled upon a recipe for a pure cheesecake. For people who don’t like pumpkin pie, this is a perfect Thanksgiving alternative! All these flavors are seamlessly combined to have your taste buds begging for more.

http://thestir.cafemom.com/food_party/144478/perfect_pumpkin_walnut_cheesecake_will 

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