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12 DELICIOUS PUMPKIN TREATS FOR KIDS


There’s one awesome thing that comes along with fall and it’s seeing pumpkins everywhere. Pumpkin is one of those versatile ingredients that can be added to many baked goods, leading to moist and delicious treats with a familiar fall flavor that can’t be beat. Go beyond pumpkin pie this year and try these new and creative pumpkin treats that the kids will love.

Easy Pumpkin Donuts With Maple Pecan Glaze (via hello, Wonderful)
Turn a cinnamon cake mix into moist pumpkin donuts with an easy maple glaze on top.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)
Take a classic cookie and give it a fall twist by adding pumpkin. This one’s made with whole wheat flour for a healthier take.

Pumpkin Pancake Rolls (via Crazy for Crust)
These easy pumpkin rolls aren’t as sugary as traditional desserts and make a delicious fall breakfast or brunch option.

Puff Pastry Pumpkin Cookies (via Danza de Fogones)
Use puff pastry to make cute Jack O’ Lantern faces in these yummy pumpkin jam stuffed cookies.

Pumpkin Oat Muffins with Spiced Cream Cheese (via Sweet Potato Chronicles)
Everyone needs a good go-to pumpkin muffin recipe and these fit the bill. Made with healthy oats, they’re perfectly spiced as is or become a special treat with a light cream cheese spread.

Pumpkin Donut Cake Pops (via Primal Palate)
Here’s a creative take on dessert which turns pumpkin donut holes into cake pops! Drizzle with chocolate to make them more decadent.

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes (via Hungry Happenings)
A pumpkin mold makes it easy to turn out these adorable individual-sized pumpkin cheesecakes. Kids will love the chocolate chip faces!

Pumpkin Snack Mix (via Lil’ Luna)
A delicious blend of popcorn and candy pumpkins that’s sure to be a hit at any fall or Halloween party among kids and adults.

Easy Pumpkin Patties (via Mom On Timeout)
These easy, no-bake pumpkin patties are fun for kids to help shape. How cute are those pretzel stems?!

Rice Krispie Pumpkins (via Food Family Finds)
Turn your favorite Rice Krispie recipe into the cutest orange pumpkins that kids will have fun drawing faces on.

Pumpkin Swirl Brownies (via The Comfort of Cooking)
A brownie mix makes it super easy to bake up this moist pumpkin swirled chocolate treat.

Marshmallow Pumpkin Bars (via Six Sisters’ Stuff)
A super moist and delicious cookie-like bar, this is like a pumpkin Smore’s version with toasted marshmallows on top.

Agnes Hsu is a mom of three and has been inspiring parents and kids to get creative with easy activities and family friendly recipes for over 10 years. She shares her love for creative play and kids food to her 2MM+ followers online. Agnes' commitment to playful learning and kindness has not only raised funds for charity but also earned features in prestigious nationwide publications.