Boozy Pumpkin Desserts to Pick This Fall
By Halle Cook Published September 2020
Fall is to pumpkin as spirits are to cocktails. It is simply impossible to escape autumn without the presence of pumpkins. Whether it’s carving jack-o'-lanterns or baking a pumpkin pie, this orange gourd has made itself a staple of the harvest season. We’re here to help you spice up your pumpkin-flavored treats this year by adding a little booze. These recipes create creamy, flavorful desserts that can be shared with all your pump-KIN near and far!
RumChata Pumpkin Pie
Nothing says fall like a good ‘ole pumpkin pie. If you’re looking to change up your recipe and add a little something extra, check out this RumChata enhanced pumpkin pie. The RumChata adds more creamy deliciousness without taking away from the pumpkin star! It makes enough for six, but we aren’t saying you have to share if you don’t want to.
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Frozen Pumpkin Mudslide
Who said ice cream is just for summer? With the right flavors, this tasty treat can be enjoyed year-round. Introducing...the Frozen Pumpkin Mudslide. Using Michaels Pumpkin Spice Irish Cream and vanilla vodka, this recipe is simple, creamy, sweet and basically dessert in a glass! A delicious, fall-themed, adult milkshake that will (pumpkin) spice up both your fall cocktail and dessert menus.
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Boozy Pumpkin Dump Cake with Bourbon Cream
In Florida, it can be hard to differentiate seasons. Cooking with pumpkin reminds us that no matter the temperature, we are getting close to the holiday season and it’s time to celebrate. Distract yourself with fall flavors to beat the heat. Dump that old pumpkin cake recipe for this boozy treat with bourbon cream.
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Spiked Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Ginger Crème Sauce
2020 poses a challenge with the holidays coming up. It has made it difficult to connect this year, but luckily nothing brings people together like a delightful dessert. Set up a Zoom baking date with your loved ones to share this treat virtually. Preheat your ovens at the same time and by the end of the dessert, you won’t even realize there’s a screen between you!
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Donuts with Spiked Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting
Donut miss out on this decadent dessert. This recipe is not only packed with a delicious mix of flavors, but it’s so simple to make. The donuts require two simple ingredients and the frosting is as easy as putting the remaining components in a mixing bowl. A treat so good, your friends will think you bought it at the local bakery.
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Michaels Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake
‘Tis the season of pumpkin spice. This recipe is full of pumpkin flavor in each rich slice of cheesecake. The perfect size for sharing, but also small enough to hide for when you decide it’s simply too good to split with others. If cheesecake tends to be too rich or sweet for you, try enjoying it with a glass of dry Riesling. This wine will cut through the creaminess and help to enhance the pumpkin spice flavors.
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Is pumpkin not your go-to fall flavor? Worry not, ABC has delectable desserts for all taste buds! If your dessert menu is all set, see our fall cocktail recipes to find the perfect drink to enhance the season.
Pricing and selection may vary by location.