Weight Watchers Pumpkin Dessert Recipes

I’ve always been a pumpkin dessert fan. Pumpkin pie, pumpkin cake, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin pudding—I’ve yet to meet many I didn’t like.

And while I enjoy pumpkin desserts throughout the fall, Thanksgiving just wouldn’t seem complete without at least one.

Over the years, I’ve made quite a collection of lighter pumpkin treats here on Simple Nourished Living. Some are old-fashioned favorites, some come together with just two or three ingredients, and others are a little different from the usual pumpkin pie.

I’ve gathered my favorites here, from creamy pumpkin mousse and custards to easy cake mix muffins, baked donuts and slow cooker desserts.

Whether you’re looking for something special for Thanksgiving or just have a half-used can of pumpkin in the refrigerator, I hope you’ll find something that sounds good.

Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Desserts

These are especially nice when you want something sweet without turning on the oven.

WW Pumpkin Mousse Fluff

This has been a favorite at Weight Watchers meetings for as long as I can remember. Light, creamy and easy to make with just five ingredients. Serve it in little dessert dishes or with apple slices and graham crackers for dipping.

Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie

A lighter, fluffier alternative to traditional baked pumpkin cheesecake. It mixes together quickly and makes a lovely make-ahead dessert for Thanksgiving.

Creamy Pumpkin Pie Yogurt Parfaits

Layers of creamy pumpkin yogurt filling and crumbled cinnamon graham crackers. These take just minutes to assemble and are equally good for breakfast or dessert.

Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding

Peter’s no-cook pumpkin pudding combines pumpkin, chia seeds, almond milk, dates and pumpkin pie spice. It needs several hours to chill, but the hands-on preparation is minimal.

Pumpkin Pies, Custards and Puddings

For me, these are the classic pumpkin desserts. Creamy, gently spiced and especially good served chilled with a little whipped topping.

Low-Fat Impossible Pumpkin Pie

One of those clever old-fashioned Bisquick recipes that never seems to go out of style. Everything gets mixed together and poured into a pie plate (affiliate link), where it bakes into a creamy pumpkin pie with a firmer, crust-like edge. No pastry to roll out.

Creamy Pumpkin Pie Custard Cups

All the familiar flavors of pumpkin pie baked into individual custard cups. A nice option when you want pumpkin pie without the crust.

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Pudding

An easy, creamy pumpkin dessert made in the crock pot. A few crushed gingersnaps and a little whipped topping make it feel special.

Pumpkin Rice Pudding Made Lighter

Two old-fashioned favorites—rice pudding and pumpkin pie—come together in this creamy baked dessert from Peter. A nice change when you’re looking for something other than traditional pumpkin pie.

Enlightened Pumpkin Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce

A slightly more elegant pumpkin dessert that’s surprisingly easy to prepare. The berry sauce makes a pretty contrast with the creamy pumpkin filling.

Pumpkin Cakes and Coffee Cakes

These are the recipes I turn to when I want something to serve with coffee or take to a fall gathering.

Easy Crock Pot Pumpkin Crumb Cake

This easy dessert starts with a boxed crumb cake mix and cooks in the slow cooker. The house smells wonderful while it’s baking.

Low-Fat Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake

An easy pumpkin spice cake that starts with a cake mix. It’s good plain, with a dusting of powdered sugar or a little glaze.

Low-Fat Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake

A homemade pumpkin coffee cake with a crunchy Grape-Nuts streusel topping. Rod gave this one his approval, and I think it tastes even better the next day.

Easy Pumpkin Muffins and Donuts

These simple baked treats are especially good when you want individual portions instead of a whole cake or pie.

2-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Cake Mix Muffins

One of the easiest and most popular pumpkin recipes on the site. All you need is a box of spice cake mix and a can of pumpkin puree. I’ve made them as mini muffins, with and without chocolate chips.

Healthy Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts

I’ve been making these baked pumpkin donuts for years. They’re a fun alternative to muffins, especially with a cup of coffee or hot cider.

3-Ingredient Baked Pumpkin Spice Latte Donuts

Peter’s easy baked donuts combine spice cake mix, pumpkin puree and instant coffee for a little pumpkin spice latte flavor.

2-Ingredient Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins and Cookies

A longtime WW favorite made with chocolate cake mix and canned pumpkin. The same simple mixture can be baked as muffins or cookies.

Pumpkin Cookies and Small Treats

Sometimes a cookie or two is all I want.

Old-Fashioned Soft Pumpkin Cookies

These soft pumpkin cookies come from my old 1978 Betty Crocker cookbook (affiliate link). I’ve made them with chocolate chips and with raisins and nuts. Both versions are delicious.

Air Fryer Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies

Peter’s small-batch chocolate cookies use a little pumpkin puree for moisture. A handy recipe when you want just a few cookies rather than several dozen.

A Note About WW Points

All of these recipes were made or adapted with lighter eating in mind, but their current WW Points will depend on the ingredients, serving sizes and WeightWatchers program.

For the most accurate Points, check the individual recipe and track it in your WW App.

I’ve learned over the years that enjoying dessert and maintaining a healthy weight don’t have to be at odds. A small serving of something you really love can be much more satisfying than trying to convince yourself you don’t want dessert at all.

More Pumpkin Recipes to Explore

If you love pumpkin as much as I do, you might also enjoy browsing my other pumpkin recipe collections:

• Low-Fat Pumpkin Spice Cake – An easy cake mix dessert.
• Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Cookies – A soft, spiced cookie recipe with several variations.
• Pumpkin Spice Recipes for Weight Watchers – More sweet and savory ways to enjoy pumpkin spice.

And if you have a favorite pumpkin dessert that I haven’t included, I’d love to hear about it in the comments.