38 Chocolate & Pumpkin Baking Recipes for Fall Lovers!

With the crisp air of fall settling in and the leaves turning brilliant shades of amber and red, there’s no better time to turn on the oven and bask in the warmth of seasonal flavors. "38 Chocolate & Pumpkin Baking Recipes for Fall Lovers!" is your ultimate guide to celebrating autumn with the perfectly spiced aroma of pumpkin and the rich, comforting embrace of chocolate.

These recipes are crafted to fulfill your fall cravings, whether you're a pumpkin spice aficionado or a chocolate lover looking to explore new avenues of deliciousness. Dive into these cozy baking adventures and make your kitchen the heart of your home this season. So, grab your mixing bowls, preheat your ovens, and let’s embark on this delightful baking journey together!

1. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are the epitome of fall in every bite, combining sweet pumpkin puree with melty chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp milk
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and egg.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
4. Dissolve baking soda with milk and add to pumpkin mixture.
5. Stir in flour mixture, then add vanilla extract and chocolate chips.
6. Drop by spoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.

2. Chocolate Pumpkin Brownies

These decadent brownies are so fudgy and rich, perfect for any fall gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
2. Melt butter and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
3. Sift in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder; stir until combined.
4. Divide batter in half. In one half, blend in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Spread half of the chocolate batter into the prepared dish. Add pumpkin mixture on top and finish with the remaining chocolate batter.
6. Swirl batters together with a knife for a marbled effect.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

3. Pumpkin Chocolate Swirl Cake

A showstopper cake with swirls of pumpkin and chocolate, making it as delightful to look at as it is to eat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 4 eggs
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a bundt pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add oil, pumpkin puree, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
4. Split batter in half; into one half, stir cocoa powder and vanilla extract.
5. Pour half of the pumpkin batter into the bundt pan. Top with half of the chocolate batter. Repeat layers with remaining batters.
6. Swirl batters together gently with a knife.
7. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

4. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, these muffins blend the flavors of pumpkin and chocolate flawlessly.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In another bowl, whisk together oil, water, pumpkin puree, and eggs.
4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

This moist, chocolatey pumpkin bread will have you craving it all season long.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, water, and eggs until smooth.
4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
5. Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool before slicing.

6. Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Truffles

These bite-sized truffles pack a punch of pumpkin spice coated in decadent chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 10 oz chocolate candy melts

Instructions:

1. Combine pumpkin puree, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
2. Form mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Freeze truffles for 30 minutes.
4. Melt chocolate candy melts according to package instructions.
5. Dip each pumpkin ball in melted chocolate and return to baking sheet.
6. Let the chocolate set before serving.

7. Pumpkin Chocolate Cake

This rich, moist cake paired with a velvety chocolate ganache is fall dessert heaven.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

For Ganache:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, oil, and vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until smooth.
4. Divide batter evenly between the two pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
5. For ganache, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until just simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for a minute before stirring until smooth.
6. Once cakes are cooled, spread ganache between layers and over the top.

8. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Weekend brunch just got cozier with these fluffy, spiced pumpkin pancakes studded with chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, brown sugar, and milk.
2. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease.
5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook until golden brown.

9. Pumpkin Hot Chocolate

Imagine a rich, velvety hot chocolate with the warming spices of pumpkin – perfect for those chilly nights.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger over medium heat.
2. Continue to whisk until the mixture is hot and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
4. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream if desired.

10. Pumpkin Chocolate Whoopie Pies

Soft pumpkin cookies sandwiched with a chocolatey cream cheese filling – a fall twist on a classic treat.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs

For Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat oil and brown sugar until smooth. Mix in pumpkin puree and eggs.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to pumpkin mixture until just combined.
5. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of batter onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool completely.
6. For filling, beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla, then mix until smooth.
7. Spread a generous amount of filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another to form a sandwich.

11. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones

A perfect companion to your morning coffee, these tender scones are packed with pumpkin and chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 6 tbsp cold butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In another bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, milk, egg, and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Turn dough out onto a floured surface and shape into an 8-inch round. Cut into 8 wedges.
6. Place wedges on the baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.

12. Pumpkin Chocolate Tart

This elegant tart combines a spiced pumpkin filling with a rich chocolate crust, perfect for any fall celebration.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 7 tbsp melted butter
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom and sides of a tart pan.
3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
4. Pour pumpkin filling into the prepared crust.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set. Cool completely before serving.

13. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding

A rich, custardy bread pudding with pumpkin and chocolate chips – a warm treat for chilly evenings.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread cubed bread in the baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
4. Pour mixture over bread, pressing down to soak. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.

14. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

A creamy pumpkin cheesecake with a chocolate chip twist – an indulgent dessert for any fall day.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 6 tbsp melted butter
• 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree and mix until combined.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add sour cream, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Pour batter over the crust and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the center is just set.
6. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

15. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Waffles

Start your day with these fluffy, pumpkin-spiced waffles dotted with chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat waffle iron.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs and add milk, pumpkin puree, and oil. Mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. Pour batter onto waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown.

16. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

These homemade granola bars are perfect for a fall snack on the go.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix together oats, pumpkin puree, honey, brown sugar, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
3. Press mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set and golden around the edges.
5. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

17. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Soft and chewy, these oatmeal cookies are given a seasonal twist with pumpkin and chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat together butter, brown sugar, and sugar until creamy.
3. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture.
6. Stir in oats and chocolate chips.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

18. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops

These muffin tops are perfect for when you want just the best part of the muffin!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
4. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
5. Fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
6. Drop large spoonfuls of batter onto the baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

19. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Blondies

These blondies are rich, chewy, and packed with pumpkin and chocolate goodness.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and sugar until smooth.
3. Add egg, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir in chocolate chips.
6. Pour batter into the baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

20. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pudding

A creamy and delicious pudding combining the best flavors of fall.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
4. Pour pudding into serving dishes and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

21. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Biscotti

These crunchy biscotti are perfect for dunking into your favorite fall beverage.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat sugar, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir in chocolate chips.
5. Divide dough in half and shape each half into a log on the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until logs are firm.
7. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Slice logs into 1/2-inch slices.
8. Arrange slices cut side down on the baking sheet and bake for another 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

22. Pumpkin Chocolate Dark Bark

This easy-to-make bark is a delightful mix of pumpkin seeds, dried fruit, and rich chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 12 oz dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tbsp candied ginger, chopped
• 1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
3. Spread melted chocolate evenly on the parchment paper.
4. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, candied ginger, and sea salt.
5. Let the bark set in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until firm.
6. Break into pieces and serve.

23. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

A fall twist on a summer favorite, this ice cream will quickly become a seasonal staple.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla extract.
2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Fold in chocolate chips during the last minutes of churning.
4. Transfer ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

24. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Yogurt Parfait

A healthy and delicious parfait that makes for a perfect fall breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/2 cup granola
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and honey until well combined.
2. Layer yogurt mixture, granola, and chocolate chips in serving glasses.
3. Repeat layers until glasses are filled.
4. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

25. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Lava Cake

An indulgent lava cake that bursts with gooey, pumpkin-spiced chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F and grease four ramekins.
2. Melt bittersweet chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. Stir in powdered sugar until well combined.
4. Add eggs and egg yolks, whisking until smooth.
5. Mix in flour, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla until blended.
6. Fold in chocolate chips.
7. Divide batter among the ramekins.
8. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
9. Let sit for 1 minute, then invert onto plates and serve immediately.

26. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancake Bites

These pancake bites are perfect for a crowd or as an easy breakfast on the go.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a mini muffin tin.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, milk, egg, vegetable oil, and maple syrup until smooth.
4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full with batter.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

27. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Breakfast Bars

These soft and chewy breakfast bars are great for a quick and delicious start to your day.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, honey, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set and golden around the edges.
7. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

28. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Smoothie

A creamy and healthy smoothie that brings all the flavors of fall to your morning routine.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 banana, frozen
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine pumpkin puree, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Stir in chocolate chips.
4. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

29. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Monkey Bread

This pull-apart bread is perfect for sharing and is loaded with pumpkin spice and chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a bundt pan.
2. Cut each biscuit into quarters.
3. In a large bag, combine sugar and cinnamon. Add biscuit pieces and shake to coat.
4. In a bowl, mix melted butter, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Layer half of the coated biscuit pieces in the bundt pan. Sprinkle with half of the chocolate chips.
6. Pour half of the pumpkin mixture over the top.
7. Repeat with the remaining biscuit pieces, chocolate chips, and pumpkin mixture.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
9. Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

30. Pumpkin Chocolate Energy Balls

These no-bake energy balls are a perfect quick snack or on-the-go breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup almond butter
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, pumpkin puree, honey, almond butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
2. Stir in chocolate chips.
3. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

31. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Donuts

Baked, not fried, these donuts are perfectly spiced and topped with a chocolate glaze.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

For the glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3-4 tbsp milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a donut pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Spoon batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. While donuts cool, make the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and milk.
8. Dip each cooled donut into the glaze and let set before serving.

32. Pumpkin Chocolate Bread Pudding Muffins

These individual bread pudding muffins are a fun twist on a classic dessert.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups cubed day-old bread
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Spread cubed bread in a large mixing bowl.
3. In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour mixture over bread, pressing down to soak. Stir in chocolate chips.
5. Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and golden brown.

33. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pretzel Bites

These bite-sized snacks are sweet, salty, and perfect for fall.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mini pretzels, crushed
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed pretzels, pumpkin puree, peanut butter, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Stir in mini chocolate chips.
3. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

34. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Magic Bars

These layered bars are magical in how delicious they are, combining a graham cracker crust with pumpkin and chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
4. Pour pumpkin mixture over the graham cracker crust.
5. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and golden brown.
7. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

35. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Popcorn Balls

A fun and festive treat, these popcorn balls are perfect for any fall occasion.

Ingredients:

• 12 cups popped popcorn
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, honey, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a boil. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
4. Pour the hot mixture over the popped popcorn and stir until all the popcorn is evenly coated.
5. Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in mini chocolate chips.
6. With buttered hands, form the popcorn into 3-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Let the popcorn balls cool and firm up before serving.

36. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

These creamy cheesecake bars combine the best of pumpkin spice and chocolate in a bite-sized form.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 6 tbsp melted butter
• 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree and mix until combined.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Stir in mini chocolate chips.
6. Pour cream cheese mixture over the crust.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is just set.
8. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cutting into bars.

37. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread with Cream Cheese Swirl

A delightful twist of pumpkin bread with a rich cream cheese layer right in the middle.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

For Cream Cheese Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, water, eggs, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. For the cream cheese filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Pour half of the pumpkin batter into the loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining pumpkin batter.
6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool before slicing.

38. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip S'mores

A delicious fall twist on the classic s'mores, with pumpkin and chocolate creating a perfect pairing.

Ingredients:

• 12 graham crackers, halved
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• 12 large marshmallows
• 6 oz chocolate bars

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven's broiler.
2. Arrange half of the graham cracker halves on a baking sheet.
3. Spread pumpkin puree over the crackers and sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.
4. Place a marshmallow on each cracker.
5. Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and puffed (keep a close eye to prevent burning).
6. Remove from the oven and immediately place a piece of chocolate bar on top of each marshmallow.
7. Top with the remaining graham cracker halves and gently press down to create s'mores.

Conclusion

As the leaves change and the air gets crisper, there's nothing quite like the indulgent combination of pumpkin and chocolate to capture the essence of fall. From cookies to cakes, from truffles to scones, these 38 recipes offer a delightful assortment for every kind of baker and every type of occasion.

Whether you're looking to impress your guests at a fall gathering or simply want to cozy up with a warm treat on a chilly day, these recipes have you covered. Don't be afraid to get creative and put your own twist on these autumnal delights. Happy baking and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of the season!