π 7 Keto Pumpkin Recipes You Can Make This Fall
Letβs be honestβpumpkin season is basically a national holiday at this point. You canβt walk five feet without seeing a pumpkin spice latte or a pumpkin-scented candle. But if youβre living that keto life, you probably feel a little left out every time the world collectively loses its mind over sugary pumpkin treats.
Good news, friend: you donβt have to choose between your low-carb goals and your pumpkin obsession. These 7 keto pumpkin recipes are cozy, satisfying, and so good youβll forget theyβre even keto. Grab your whisk (and maybe a sweater) because fall flavor just got a sugar-free upgrade. π
1. Keto Pumpkin Pancakes
If Saturday mornings had a flavor, this would be it. These keto pumpkin pancakes are fluffy, lightly spiced, and make your kitchen smell like a fall fairytale.
Ingredients Youβll Need:
- Β½ cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- Β½ cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling!)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- Sweetener of choice (I like erythritol or monk fruit)
How to Make:
Whisk everything in a bowl until smooth. Heat a nonstick skillet, add a little butter, and spoon the batter into small circles. Cook for about 2β3 minutes per side.
Top with sugar-free syrup, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Youβll feel like youβre cheatingβ¦ but youβre totally not.
Why it rocks: These pancakes are low-carb, high-flavor, and perfect for lazy fall mornings.
2. Creamy Keto Pumpkin Soup
When itβs chilly outside and youβre craving something comforting (without blowing your carb count), this pumpkin soup hits the spot.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup chicken or veggie broth
- Β½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- ΒΌ tsp garlic powder
- ΒΌ tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make:
Melt butter in a pot, add the pumpkin puree, and stir in the broth. Once itβs simmering, pour in the cream and seasonings. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Top with a swirl of cream or roasted pumpkin seeds if youβre feeling fancy.
Pro tip: Add a splash of hot sauce for a subtle kickβit balances the sweetness beautifully.
Why it rocks: Itβs creamy, cozy, and comes together faster than it takes to find your missing sweater.
3. Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
These little guys are dangerousβas in, βIβll just have oneβ turns into βWait, where did they all go?β
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- Β½ cup pumpkin puree
- ΒΌ cup erythritol (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 egg
How to Make:
Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Spoon into lined mini muffin tins and bake at 325Β°F (160Β°C) for about 18β20 minutes. Chill before serving.
Why it rocks: You get all the flavor of cheesecakeβcreamy, spiced, dreamyβwithout the sugar crash. Perfect for dessertβ¦ or breakfast. (No judgment.)
4. Keto Pumpkin Bread
Ah yes, the classic fall staple: pumpkin bread. But this oneβs grain-free, sugar-free, and full of flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 Β½ cups almond flour
- Β½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 eggs
- Β½ cup granulated keto sweetener
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ΒΌ cup melted coconut oil
How to Make:
Mix all ingredients, pour into a greased loaf pan, and bake at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for 45β50 minutes.
Let it cool (seriously, resist the urge to cut into it right away), then slice and enjoy with a pat of butter.
Optional: Add chopped pecans or sugar-free chocolate chips for extra texture.
Why it rocks: This bread is moist, flavorful, and doesnβt taste like βketoβ at all.
5. Pumpkin Spice Fat Bombs
These no-bake fat bombs are the snack every keto person deserves. Theyβre rich, creamy, and keep your cravings under control like magic.
Ingredients:
- Β½ cup pumpkin puree
- Β½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ΒΌ cup powdered sweetener
- Β½ tsp vanilla extract
How to Make:
Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Chill for 10 minutes, then roll into small balls. Freeze for 20 minutes until firm.
Storage: Keep in the fridge or freezer for quick grab-and-go energy.
Why it rocks: Theyβre basically pumpkin cheesecake truffles that just happen to be keto.
6. Keto Pumpkin Latte
Okay, we couldnβt make a fall recipe list without mentioning the pumpkin spice latte, right? The difference isβthis oneβs guilt-free.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brewed coffee or espresso
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- Β½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp keto sweetener
- Β½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- Β½ tsp vanilla extract
How to Make:
Whisk the milk, pumpkin puree, and sweetener over medium heat. Add the coffee and spices. Blend or froth until creamy.
Top with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon.
Why it rocks: All the fall flavor, none of the sugar. You can make this every morning and still fit in your jeans.
Pro tip: Use homemade pumpkin spice syrup (wink winkβsee my other recipe π) for extra flair.
7. Keto Pumpkin Custard
This oneβs the dark horse of the list. Itβs creamy, warm, and tastes like a crustless pumpkin pie. Youβll be spooning it straight from the ramekin.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs
- Β½ cup heavy cream
- ΒΌ cup erythritol
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
How to Make:
Whisk all ingredients until smooth. Pour into ramekins and bake at 325Β°F (160Β°C) for 30β35 minutes until set. Chill or serve warm.
Optional: Top with sugar-free whipped cream or crushed pecans.
Why it rocks: Itβs rich and satisfying, with all the flavor of pumpkin pie minus the crust (and carbs).
Common Keto Pumpkin Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Even keto recipes can go sideways if youβre not careful. Hereβs how to keep things smooth (literally):
- Using pumpkin pie filling instead of puree: That stuff is loaded with sugar. Always read the label.
- Overdoing the pumpkin: Too much puree can mess with texture and carb count. Moderation is key.
- Skipping spices: Pumpkin by itself is⦠bland. The magic comes from cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Not measuring your sweetener properly: Some keto sweeteners are way sweeter than sugarβtaste test before you ruin a batch.
- Expecting it to taste exactly like non-keto desserts: It wonβtβbut itβll come pretty close. And your blood sugar will thank you.
Keto Baking Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Recipes
If youβre new to keto baking, hereβs a little cheat sheet:
- Almond flour is your best friendβit adds texture without carbs.
- Coconut flour is super absorbent, so use sparingly (a little goes a long way).
- Erythritol or monk fruit sweeteners taste closest to sugar without the aftertaste.
- Pumpkin puree adds moisture, so balance it with dry ingredients.
- Eggs are keyβthey help everything stay fluffy instead of crumbly.
And FYIβdonβt freak out if your batter looks different from traditional recipes. Keto baking does its own thing.
FAQs About Keto Pumpkin Recipes
Q1: Can I use canned pumpkin puree for all these recipes?
Absolutely. Just make sure itβs 100% pure pumpkin, no added sugar or spices.
Q2: How long does pumpkin puree last in the fridge?
Usually up to a week. Freeze leftovers in an ice cube tray for future use.
Q3: Can I substitute almond flour with coconut flour?
Not 1:1, unfortunately. Coconut flour absorbs more liquid, so youβll need lessβusually about ΒΌ of the amount of almond flour.
Q4: Are these recipes really low-carb?
Yep! Each one is under 6β8 net carbs per serving (some even lower). Always check your ingredients, though.
Q5: Can I make these ahead of time?
Definitely. Most of theseβlike the pumpkin bread and fat bombsβstore great in the fridge or freezer.
Q6: Do these taste βdifferentβ from regular pumpkin recipes?
A little, sure. But in a good way. You get all the flavor and creaminess, just minus the sugar crash.
Q7: Can I eat pumpkin on keto at all?
Yes! Pumpkin is actually keto-friendly in moderationβitβs lower in carbs than most think. So go ahead, embrace your inner pumpkin addict.
Final Thoughts
So there you have itβ7 keto pumpkin recipes that prove you donβt need sugar to enjoy fall. From pancakes to cheesecake bites, every recipe here delivers that cozy, spiced goodness you craveβminus the guilt.
Whether youβre meal-prepping snacks or just looking for a Sunday treat, these pumpkin-packed ideas hit the sweet spot (literally).
So light that candle, brew a keto pumpkin latte, and enjoy the seasonβone delicious bite at a time. πβ
Now go on, make your kitchen smell like a pumpkin wonderland. Your taste buds (and your macros) will thank you. π