25 Healthy Pumpkin Treats That Your Kids Will "Fall" in Love With This Season
One of the best things about fall is the season's very distinct and delicious flavors: apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, and, of course, pumpkin! The versatile squash (Did you know pumpkin is actually a fruit?) is everywhere during the chilly months, in both sweet and savory varieties. But if it's healthy eating you're most concerned with and, like us, you've got some sweet teeth in your family, we've got the recipes for you. The following 27 cookies, muffins, and more all feature pumpkin in ways that offer all the famous flavor and none of the guilt. And if baked goods aren't your thing, we even found a couple of pumpkin smoothie recipes. Your kids will "fall" in love with each and every one of these healthy treats.
Vegan Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies
Soft and chewy, these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are vegan and grain-free. Bonus: since they contain no eggs, your kids can lick the bowl clean!
Pumpkin Pancakes
Pancakes don't have to be a breakfast-only meal, especially when you're serving up a stack of these pumpkin pancakes. The maple yogurt topping helps the dish feel like dessert.
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
This pumpkin spice smoothie is a healthy frozen treat with an extra helping of protein and antioxidants.
Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal
Inspired by Charm's baked pumpkin oatmeal is dairy-free and totally delicious.
Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
A tasty and healthy breakfast option, these oatmeal dark chocolate chip muffins will leave your kids satisfied and full of fiber!
Paleo Pumpkin Roll
Gluten and dairy-free, A Saucy Kitchen's Paleo pumpkin roll is a light and fluffy almond-based cake filled with a simple cashew cream.
Pumpkin Granola
Pinch of Yum's pumpkin granola has notes of cinnamon, toasty nuts, maple, and caramelized pumpkin. It's fall perfection the whole family will love.
Pumpkin Protein Bars
These protein-packed chocolate chip pumpkin bars will satisfy any sweet craving.
Paleo Pumpkin Bread
Well Plated by Erin's Paleo pumpkin bread is dense, moist, and filled with fall spices.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Coconut Bars
These pumpkin oatmeal coconut bars are made with whole-wheat flour and sweetened with applesauce. They'll satisfy a cake craving without the sugar bomb.
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Pumpkin Cupcakes
These pumpkin cupcakes are full of sweet spice and just enough sugar, so no one will know they're gluten-free. Oh, and they're vegan, too.
Pumpkin No-Bake Energy Bites
Pinch of Yum's no-bake energy bites are the perfect snack to bring on your family's Fall adventures.
Pumpkin Spice Cookies with White Chocolate Chips
Simple and full of flavor, this Whitney Bond pumpkin spice cookie recipe can be made in under 30 minutes for a last minute fall themed dessert.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake
This fall "Let them eat cake!" with Averie Cooks' pumpkin chocolate chip cake.
Paleo Pumpkin Pie
A Saucy Kitchen's Paleo pumpkin pie is gluten- and dairy-free, while still being silky smooth — and totally delicious.
Pumpkin Spice Trail Mix
Both mom and kids will love this pumpkin spice trail mix, which is full of fiber, protein, and antioxidants, whether it's sprinkled on yogurt, served with milk, or eaten on its own.
Pumpkin Banana Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting
Fluffy pumpkin banana bars dripping in smooth, creamy cheese frosting? What's not to love?
Vegan Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These vegan pumpkin oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a treat the whole family will enjoy.
Paleo Pumpkin Muffins
These Paleo pumpkin pie muffins are not only gluten and dairy-free, but they're also light, fluffy, and delicious.
Pumpkin Banana Spinach Smoothie
Start your kids' day off right with a pumpkin banana smoothie that will help keep them satisfied all morning long.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
These cold, creamy, and sweet Food Faith Fitness pumpkin cheesecake bars are gluten free and are naturally sweetened. These seriously taste like little pumpkin pies.
Maple Glazed Pumpkin Muffins
Celebrate the fall season with these Pinch of Yum maple glazed pumpkin muffins.
Pumpkin Cookies
Vegan, gluten free, and refined sugar-free, these pumpkin cookies from Avocado Pesto require just six ingredients!
Pumpkin Pie Bars
These dairy-free pumpkin pie bars from Fit Foodie Finds are a healthy and fall-fabulous pumpkin treat.
Pumpkin Muffins
The Cookie Rookie's pumpkin muffins are easy to make, sweet, and super flavorful. Serve them for breakfast and dessert!