15 Gluten Free Pumpkin Recipes

ByNabeela Dastagir

Pumpkin is one of fall’s most versatile ingredients, and these 15 gluten free pumpkin recipes prove it can be used in everything from breakfast to dinner to dessert.

Made with gluten free flour blends, almond flour, and naturally gluten free ingredients, this roundup covers sweet and savory dishes alike, including soups, pastas, baked goods, and more.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy breakfast, a comforting dinner, or a sweet treat to finish the meal, these recipes bring pumpkin’s rich, warm flavor to the table without any gluten.

Let’s explore 15 delicious, gluten free ways to enjoy pumpkin this season.

1. Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread

Moist, tender pumpkin bread made with a gluten free flour blend and warm fall spices. This classic loaf is soft, richly spiced, and perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Ingredients:

  • 1 3/4 cups gluten free all-purpose flour blend
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking soda

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, coconut oil, and brown sugar.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Pour into the loaf pan and bake 55-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 240 | Protein: 3g | Carbs: 34g | Fat: 11g

2. Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes infused with pumpkin puree and warm spices. These gluten free pancakes are a cozy weekend breakfast staple.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour blend
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder.
  2. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, and maple syrup.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
  4. Cook small pancakes in a greased skillet, 2-3 minutes per side, until golden.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 260 | Protein: 8g | Carbs: 38g | Fat: 8g

3. Gluten Free Pumpkin Oat Muffins

Soft, moist muffins made with certified gluten free oats and pumpkin puree. These naturally sweetened muffins are a great grab-and-go breakfast.

Ingredients:

  • 1 3/4 cups certified gluten free oat flour
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking soda

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Whisk together oat flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and honey.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Divide batter into muffin cups and bake 20-22 minutes until set.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 180 | Protein: 5g | Carbs: 30g | Fat: 4g

4. Gluten Free Pumpkin Soup

A silky, comforting soup made from roasted pumpkin blended with warm spices and vegetable broth. This naturally gluten free soup is simple and satisfying.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups cubed pumpkin, roasted
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tsp cumin

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and garlic in a pot for 5 minutes.
  2. Add roasted pumpkin, vegetable broth, and cumin.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
  4. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
  5. Stir in coconut milk and heat through before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 220 | Protein: 4g | Carbs: 26g | Fat: 12g

5. Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie

A classic pumpkin pie made with a gluten free pie crust and a creamy, spiced pumpkin filling. This holiday favorite is naturally gluten free without sacrificing flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 1 gluten free pie crust
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and place the gluten free pie crust in a pie dish.
  2. Whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, brown sugar, heavy cream, and pumpkin pie spice together.
  3. Pour the filling into the crust.
  4. Bake 50-55 minutes until the center is just set.
  5. Cool completely before slicing.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 280 | Protein: 5g | Carbs: 34g | Fat: 15g

6. Gluten Free Pumpkin Waffles

Crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, these pumpkin waffles are a warm, spiced gluten free breakfast favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour blend
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat waffle iron and grease lightly.
  2. Whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, and maple syrup.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden and crisp.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 270 | Protein: 9g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 8g

7. Gluten Free Pumpkin Chili

A hearty, warming chili with ground beef, pumpkin puree, and beans. This naturally gluten free chili is rich, filling, and full of fall flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions:

  1. Brown ground beef with onion in a pot, about 6 minutes.
  2. Stir in chili powder, pumpkin puree, kidney beans, and beef broth.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes.
  4. Season to taste before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 320 | Protein: 26g | Carbs: 24g | Fat: 14g

8. Gluten Free Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

A creamy, savory pumpkin sauce tossed with gluten free pasta. This comforting dinner has a subtle sweetness balanced by garlic and sage.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz gluten free pasta
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 tsp sage

Instructions:

  1. Cook gluten free pasta according to package instructions and drain.
  2. Sauté garlic in a saucepan for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and sage, simmering 5 minutes.
  4. Add parmesan and stir until melted.
  5. Toss the sauce with the cooked pasta before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 380 | Protein: 11g | Carbs: 48g | Fat: 16g

9. Gluten Free Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies made with certified gluten free oats and pumpkin puree. These naturally sweetened cookies are a wholesome fall treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups certified gluten free rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix oats and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl.
  3. Stir in pumpkin puree, honey, and egg until combined, then fold in raisins or chocolate chips.
  4. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly.
  5. Bake 14-16 minutes until golden.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 160 | Protein: 4g | Carbs: 28g | Fat: 4g

10. Gluten Free Pumpkin Risotto

A creamy, savory risotto with pumpkin puree stirred through for richness and color. This naturally gluten free dish is comforting and elegant.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 5 cups vegetable broth, warmed
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions:

  1. Melt butter in a pot and sauté onion for 5 minutes.
  2. Add arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more, about 20-25 minutes total.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree and parmesan during the last few minutes.
  5. Season to taste before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 340 | Protein: 9g | Carbs: 54g | Fat: 9g

11. Gluten Free Pumpkin Scones

Flaky, tender scones made with a gluten free flour blend and pumpkin puree. These lightly sweet scones are perfect with coffee or tea.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour blend
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder.
  3. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree until a dough forms.
  5. Shape into a disc, cut into wedges, and bake 18-20 minutes until golden.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 220 | Protein: 3g | Carbs: 30g | Fat: 10g

12. Gluten Free Pumpkin Smoothie

A creamy, spiced smoothie blended with pumpkin puree and banana. This quick, no-cook drink is a refreshing way to start the day.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Add pumpkin puree, banana, milk, pumpkin pie spice, and honey to a blender.
  2. Add a handful of ice cubes.
  3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 210 | Protein: 6g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 4g

13. Gluten Free Pumpkin Curry

A fragrant, warming curry with pumpkin, chickpeas, and coconut milk. This naturally gluten free dish is comforting and full of fall flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups cubed pumpkin
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion in a pot for 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in curry powder, pumpkin, chickpeas, coconut milk, and vegetable broth.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20-25 minutes until pumpkin is tender.
  4. Season to taste before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 320 | Protein: 9g | Carbs: 38g | Fat: 16g

14. Gluten Free Pumpkin Cheesecake

A rich, creamy cheesecake with a spiced pumpkin filling on a gluten free graham-style crust. This showstopping dessert is perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups gluten free graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tbsp melted butter
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing into a springform pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. Pour the filling over the crust.
  4. Bake 50-55 minutes until the center is just set.
  5. Chill for at least 4 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 360 | Protein: 6g | Carbs: 32g | Fat: 24g

15. Gluten Free Pumpkin Energy Bites

No-bake energy bites made with pumpkin puree, oats, and nut butter. These bite-sized snacks are a naturally gluten free, on-the-go treat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups certified gluten free rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup almond butter
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Mix oats and pumpkin pie spice together in a bowl.
  2. Stir in pumpkin puree, almond butter, and honey until well combined.
  3. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  4. Roll the mixture into small balls.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per serving): Calories: 150 | Protein: 4g | Carbs: 18g | Fat: 7g

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