Pumpkin/Fall Inspired Treats

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  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
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    I made 40 cookies with the recipie below (Ain't got time for mini cookies), the sprinkled cream cheese glaze on them. Tasty stuff. Not exactly the whoopie pies I intend but I don't imagine I'll get many complaints.

    http://www.verybestbaking.com/recipes/143910/mini-pumpkin-whoopie-pies/detail.aspx
  • shivles
    shivles Posts: 468 Member
    Wow pumpkin is big in the US! In the UK they only appear in shops in October, they get carved for Halloween and then they get chucked in the bin. Might give pumpkin pie a go this year so the inside isn't wasted, but I've never even tried it never mind made it!
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Edy's (Dreyer's) has pumpkin spice ice cream...............so good! It comes in light too. Crumble a gingersnap cookie on top....mmmm.


    Twining's Pumpkin Spiced Chai (Bigelow too I think) ...... add milk and honey. Low cal, but it hits the spot
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Hershey's Pumpkin Spice kisses ...... blech! I love most things Hershey but not these.

    Wanna try the Pumpkin Spice M&M's though.............
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Wow pumpkin is big in the US! In the UK they only appear in shops in October, they get carved for Halloween and then they get chucked in the bin. Might give pumpkin pie a go this year so the inside isn't wasted, but I've never even tried it never mind made it!

    In the US we have "Jack-o-Lantern" pumpkins .... and their smaller (darker orange) cousins .........pumpkin pie pumpkins. Jack-o-Lantern pumpkins wouldn't make for a good pie.......I'm not sure what you have in the UK.
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Hershey's Pumpkin Spice kisses ...... blech! I love most things Hershey but not these.

    Wanna try the Pumpkin Spice M&M's though.............

    I've hear the Pumpkin spice M&M's are underwhelming. Good, but not 'amazing'.
  • stealthq
    stealthq Posts: 4,298 Member
    Wow pumpkin is big in the US! In the UK they only appear in shops in October, they get carved for Halloween and then they get chucked in the bin. Might give pumpkin pie a go this year so the inside isn't wasted, but I've never even tried it never mind made it!

    In the US we have "Jack-o-Lantern" pumpkins .... and their smaller (darker orange) cousins .........pumpkin pie pumpkins. Jack-o-Lantern pumpkins wouldn't make for a good pie.......I'm not sure what you have in the UK.

    2nd this - don't waste your time if you're not using a pie pumpkin. And if you are, make sure the insides are pureed until smooth as silk before using. The texture is why most people use canned pumpkin rather than from scratch - getting it pureed right is a pain, and it's critical. Totally ruins the pie if you don't.

    However, whichever pumpkin you use, you can still roast the seeds and have them turn out yummy.
  • shivles
    shivles Posts: 468 Member
    Wow pumpkin is big in the US! In the UK they only appear in shops in October, they get carved for Halloween and then they get chucked in the bin. Might give pumpkin pie a go this year so the inside isn't wasted, but I've never even tried it never mind made it!

    In the US we have "Jack-o-Lantern" pumpkins .... and their smaller (darker orange) cousins .........pumpkin pie pumpkins. Jack-o-Lantern pumpkins wouldn't make for a good pie.......I'm not sure what you have in the UK.

    Oh I never knew that! Hmm, I've seen small dark orange pumpkins and larger lighter coloured ones but I thought they were just the same type but different sizes.
  • lintino
    lintino Posts: 526 Member
    Every fall I make pumpkin soup using the small pie pumpkins. So gooood. Now I will have to go find that recipe!!!
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
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    My fall time Starbucks weakness. And a copy cat recipe, if you like that kinda thing.

    Ingredients
    Drink:
    Bottle of Treetop Apple Juice
    Topping:
    Whipped Cream
    Caramel Topping
    Cinnamon Dolce flavor – you can either buy it for $7 at Starbucks or make your own for pennies
    ½ Cup of Water
    ½ Cup of Brown Sugar
    About ½ to 1 Teaspoon of Cinnamon
    Instructions
    Make the Cinnamon Syrup. In a pot add all the ingredients ( sugar, water; cinnamon).
    Stir
    Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes – it should reduce in half.
    While that is cooking in a large stockpot add apple juice – Each serving is 12 oz so heat up as much as you need.
    Once the apple juice is heated and the syrup is done – add 3 Tablespoons of Syrup to 12 oz of Juice.
    Stir – should look like
    Add whipped cream and caramel drizzle
    Enjoy :)


    http://www.budgetsavvydiva.com/2012/04/copy-cat-recipe-starbucks-caramel-apple-spice/
  • benjicloverdale
    benjicloverdale Posts: 92 Member
    http://www.countrycleaver.com/2012/09/pumpkin-cheesecake-dip.html

    http://www.northcarolinacharm.com/2011/10/pumpkin-dip.html

    http://livlifetoo.blogspot.com/2011/11/white-chocolate-pumpkin-pie-cups.html

    http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Pumpkin-Dessert-Bars

    http://thelunacafe.com/pumpkin-spice-white-chocolate-cheesecake/

    http://www.somethingswanky.com/pumpkin-better-than-cake/

    http://noblepig.com/2008/11/the-pilgrims-would-approve/

    http://picky-palate.com/2011/10/20/cinnamon-roll-pumpkin-vanilla-sheet-cake/

    http://www.crazyforcrust.com/2013/09/pumpkin-toffee-gooey-bars/

    http://www.thepickyapple.com/blog/2008/11/22/pumpkin-crunch-cake/

    http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/pumpkin-angel-food-cake-with-ginger-cream-filling/e0de768a-8329-486e-893c-18b22e92c368?p=1

    http://www.culinaryconcoctionsbypeabody.com/2010/06/29/you-look-like-a-monkey-and-you-smell-like-one-too-2/
  • LishieFruit89
    LishieFruit89 Posts: 1,956 Member
    The chocolate gingerbread I mentioned:

    http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/2011/12/gluten-free-chocolate-gingerbread.html

    Maybe I'll make it this weekend when I make pumpkin muffins
  • cadaverousbones
    cadaverousbones Posts: 421 Member
    I want to make pumpkin soup!
  • christinemac17
    christinemac17 Posts: 56 Member
    Pumpkin Pie Smoothie!

    half can of pumpkin puree
    ripe banana
    1/2c oats
    cup of milk - any, but vanilla almond is awesome in this
    pumpkin pie spice, vanilla
    opt> scoop of protein powder

    Blend up the oats first to really 'pulverize' them, then add everything else and thoroughly blend. Add ice and blend til smooth
    yum yum yum!!!
  • christinemac17
    christinemac17 Posts: 56 Member
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    totally need to try this!!! I've lost interest in most pumpkin ales, but this sounds nice and heavy :drinker:
  • christinemac17
    christinemac17 Posts: 56 Member
    I made this last year messing around in the kitchen, a play on pumpkin cheesecake

    Pumpkin and sage belgian waffles with cream cheese stuffed and graham cracker crusted chicken and a maple and chile reduction

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    HOLY ****E!!! omg... I think I gained 2lbs just fantasizing about this
  • christinemac17
    christinemac17 Posts: 56 Member
    I just made Pumpkin spice muffins yesterday, there is less then 100 calories in them:bigsmile: , It takes 15 ozs 100% pumpkin and a spice cake mix and I sprinkled a lil cimamon and sugar on the tops! They are very easy and quick to make and Yummy!

    Sounds awesome! My mom makes an apple spice cake with just a can of apple pie filling and the box of spice cake mix.... your recipe is waaaaay less sugar and tons more vitamins and fiber! For the WIN!!!
  • glin23
    glin23 Posts: 460 Member
    Pumpkin Pie Smoothie!

    half can of pumpkin puree
    ripe banana
    1/2c oats
    cup of milk - any, but vanilla almond is awesome in this
    pumpkin pie spice, vanilla
    opt> scoop of protein powder

    Blend up the oats first to really 'pulverize' them, then add everything else and thoroughly blend. Add ice and blend til smooth
    yum yum yum!!!

    I was just thinking about a Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, so thanks for this!
  • glassgallm
    glassgallm Posts: 276 Member
    Plain Mini Cheesecakes: makes 12 (Spiced mini cheesecake variation follows:)

    12 vanilla wafers
    8 oz. neufchatel cream cheese, softened (low fat cream cheese, 1/3 less fat)
    ¼ cup sugar
    ½ teaspoon vanilla
    1 egg


    blend the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg until smooth. place 12 medium-sized muffin liners in a muffin pan. place a vanilla wafer in each liner (flat side down). distribute cream cheese mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups, about a scant 1/4 cup batter in each. Bake at 325 for 25 minutes. Cool. Refridgerate. Can top each with a teaspoon of fruit preserves if desired (calories for preserves are not included.)

    Nutrition:Per Serving: 87 calories each, carbs: 8, fat: 5, protein: 2, sodium: 100, calcium: 2


    Variation: Spiced mini cheesecakes: makes 12.

    Instead of vanilla wafers, use a ginger snap in each muffin liner. Add 1/2 teaspoon each of cinnamon and ground ginger and a pinch of nutmeg to same batter. Bake as above for plain minis. When cool refridgerate. Can top each with a teaspoon of fruit preserves, maybe peach or orange to go with the ginger. Calories for preserves not included in the total.

    Nutrition per serving: 100 calories each, carbs: 11, fat: 5, protein: 2, sodium: 133, calcium: 2
  • Toria718
    Toria718 Posts: 396 Member
    nothing to add...yet, but tagging for later...cuz well omg! this all looks delicious!
  • 1longroad
    1longroad Posts: 642 Member
    Pumpkin fluff, my current obsession!!!!!!


    http://www.food.com/recipe/pumpkin-fluff-76950

    But, I add 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice and a dash of nutmeg!!
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    I've been meaning to try these recipes:

    Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt

    1 packet Knox gelatin
    1/4 cup cold water
    1/2 cup sugar (or Splenda)
    1 container of Finesse 0% Fat Free Yogurt (plain or vanilla)
    2 cups 100% Pumpkin Puree
    2 tsp cinnamon
    1 tsp ground cloves (I would cut back on cloves & use some ginger in it's place)
    1 tsp vanilla

    In a saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water. Let sit for a minute. Add the sugar (Splenda) and heat mixture until dissolved. In the meantime, mix the remaining ingredients together until well blended. Add in the gelatin/sugar mixture and mix until well blended. Cover and chill for 3 - 4 hours. Make in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions.
    I estimate this to be 10 - 1/2 cup servings

    Pumpkin Flavored Cream of Wheat

    1/2 cup pumpkin
    2 Splenda packets
    Pumpkin Pie spice
    3 tablespoons cream of wheat
    1 1/4 cup water

    Microwave for 2-3 minutes. Watch closely so it doesn’t boil over. Stir and enjoy. I’m guessing Pumpkin flavored oatmeal would be good too.

    Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese

    8 oz container of Philadelphia Whipped Cream Cheese (I would sub Green Mountain Greek Cream Cheese; lower fat, higher protein)
    1/2 Cup Libby's Pure Pumpkin
    1 1/2 tsp McCormick Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
    1 tsp Vanilla Extract
    2 tbsp light brown sugar
    dash of salt (optional)

    Mix all ingredients until well blended. Makes 10 servings of 2 tbsp each.
  • littlelaura
    littlelaura Posts: 1,028 Member
    I have made these, they are unbelievably good!
    Not entirely diet friendly especially since they wont last a day without being completely GONE!
    Perfect for impressing family and friends over the holidays or for work parties.

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    Pumpkin Pie Bars

    1-1/3 cups flour
    3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
    1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) cold butter or margarine
    1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats, uncooked
    1/2 cup chopped walnuts
    1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
    3 eggs
    1 can (15 oz.) pumpkin
    1 Tbsp. pumpkin pie spice
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    2 teaspoons bourbon (optional)
    a handful of butterscotch or chocolate chips for sprinkling on top (optional)

    HEAT oven to 350°F. Line 13×9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; grease foil. Mix flour, 1/4 granulated sugar and brown sugar in medium bowl; cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in oats and nuts.

    RESERVE 1 cup oat mixture; press remaining onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15 min. Beat cream cheese, remaining sugar, eggs, vanilla, bourbon, pumpkin and spice with mixer until well blended. Pour over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture and a handful of butterscotch or chocolate chips (if desired).

    BAKE 25 min.; cool 10 min. Use foil to transfer dessert from pan to wire rack; cool completely.

    Can’t find pumpkin pie spice? Simply mix 1 tsp. each ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg and allspice, then use as directed.
  • RivenV
    RivenV Posts: 1,667 Member
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    My fall time Starbucks weakness. And a copy cat recipe, if you like that kinda thing.

    Ingredients
    Drink:
    Bottle of Treetop Apple Juice
    Topping:
    Whipped Cream
    Caramel Topping
    Cinnamon Dolce flavor – you can either buy it for $7 at Starbucks or make your own for pennies
    ½ Cup of Water
    ½ Cup of Brown Sugar
    About ½ to 1 Teaspoon of Cinnamon
    Instructions
    Make the Cinnamon Syrup. In a pot add all the ingredients ( sugar, water; cinnamon).
    Stir
    Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes – it should reduce in half.
    While that is cooking in a large stockpot add apple juice – Each serving is 12 oz so heat up as much as you need.
    Once the apple juice is heated and the syrup is done – add 3 Tablespoons of Syrup to 12 oz of Juice.
    Stir – should look like
    Add whipped cream and caramel drizzle
    Enjoy :)


    http://www.budgetsavvydiva.com/2012/04/copy-cat-recipe-starbucks-caramel-apple-spice/

    Looks and sounds delicious. ... Is there an "adult" version? :wink:
  • crista_b
    crista_b Posts: 1,192 Member
    I make some delish vegan chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies (woops. hurt my arm patting myself on the back there :wink: ). Here's a good recipe: http://www.theppk.com/2008/10/pumpkin-oatmeal-cookies/

    They look like this:
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  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    caramel%20Apple%20drink_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800

    My fall time Starbucks weakness. And a copy cat recipe, if you like that kinda thing.

    Ingredients
    Drink:
    Bottle of Treetop Apple Juice
    Topping:
    Whipped Cream
    Caramel Topping
    Cinnamon Dolce flavor – you can either buy it for $7 at Starbucks or make your own for pennies
    ½ Cup of Water
    ½ Cup of Brown Sugar
    About ½ to 1 Teaspoon of Cinnamon
    Instructions
    Make the Cinnamon Syrup. In a pot add all the ingredients ( sugar, water; cinnamon).
    Stir
    Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes – it should reduce in half.
    While that is cooking in a large stockpot add apple juice – Each serving is 12 oz so heat up as much as you need.
    Once the apple juice is heated and the syrup is done – add 3 Tablespoons of Syrup to 12 oz of Juice.
    Stir – should look like
    Add whipped cream and caramel drizzle
    Enjoy :)


    http://www.budgetsavvydiva.com/2012/04/copy-cat-recipe-starbucks-caramel-apple-spice/

    Looks and sounds delicious. ... Is there an "adult" version? :wink:

    Add shot of favorite apple or cinnamon flavored booze when you add the syrup. Stir. Enjoy!

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