Our 10 best pumpkin recipes

Don’t let those leftover pumpkins go to waste! 🎃 Whether you have pumpkins left over from decorating, picked a few too many from the garden, or simply love that cosy autumn flavour, there are plenty of delicious ways to use them in the kitchen.

Pumpkin is far more than something to carve at Halloween. It can be turned into everything from fluffy pancakes and warm oatmeal to creamy curries, homemade bread, cookies and even smoothies. It is also naturally rich in vitamin A, provides fibre and potassium, and adds a wonderful sweetness and creamy texture to recipes.

1. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes:

Wake up to the sweet taste of chocolate and pumpkin with this perfect pancake recipe.  It will make you crave breakfast all day long.

2. Pumpkin Oatmeal:

This recipe is ridiculously amazing.  I couldn’t wait for them to cool down last night and ate 2 straight away.

3. Pumpkin Scones with Mascarpone Icing:

This delectable recipe can be made ahead for a grab and go breakfast that pairs nicely with the essential cup of morning coffee.

4. The Pumpkin Shake:

The powerhouse of breakfast drinks that will get you energized and keep you full! For the mornings when coffee just isn’t enough…

5. Pumpkin Curry:

This one is still my favorite curry dish to date.  It’s quick and simple for any one to try.

6. Sage Pumpkin Shiitake Risotto:

All the hard work that goes into this recipe is paid off when you take your first scrumptious bite of this yummy risotto.

7. Pumpkin Sauce:

A simple staple that will have dinner ready in just a few moments!

8. Chocolate & Pumpkin Cupcakes: 

A great dessert idea that will leave you satisfied.  It blends the delicious flavors of chocolate and pumpkin together quite nicely.

9. Pumpkin Bread:

A classic recipe that turns eating a slice of bread into a lovely dessert opportunity.

10.  Pumpkin Cookies: 

These little gems could be a meal on their own!