8 Pumpkin Spice Breakfast Recipes

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Leah Maroney
Leah Maroney
Leah Maroney
A recipe developer and food photographer, Leah Maroney is an ardent home cook and food blogger who has written over 300 recipes for The Spruce Eats.
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Updated on 03/7/20
pumpkin cream cheese french toast

The Spruce / Leah Maroney

Fall just isn't complete without pumpkin spice! And what is a better way to start your day than with a generous helping of pumpkin spice? These breakfast recipes are sure to brighten your fall morning and add a little spice to your step. 

Pumpkin breakfast recipes are super simple to make and make for very filling and satisfying breakfasts on these chilly fall mornings! Add a little pumpkin spice to your morning routine!

  • 01 of 08

    Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake

    pumpkin loaf

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

    A perfectly moist and spicy pumpkin spice coffee cake is the perfect addition for your morning pumpkin spice latte. It also goes great with any regular cup of joe, or alongside a tall glass of milk. The coffee cake makes a delicious gift or an easy, make-ahead breakfast for guests. 

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  • 02 of 08

    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake

    pumpkin spice protein shake

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

    ​ If you're looking for a pop of protein in your breakfast along with a bit of delicious pumpkin spice, this pumpkin spice protein shake is for you! A little vanilla protein powder and some canned pumpkin complete this hearty and quick breakfast!

  • 03 of 08

    Pumpkin Doughnuts

    Pumpkin Cake Doughnuts

    The Spruce Eats / Jessie Sheehan

    This easy recipe adds that fabulous taste of pumpkin spice to a favorite grab-and-go breakfast. The baked pumpkin doughnuts include canned pumpkin purée, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, and they're coated in cinnamon sugar after baking.

  • 04 of 08

    Overnight Pumpkin Oatmeal

    overnight pumpkin oatmeal

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

    Overnight pumpkin oatmeal couldn't get any easier. Just mix the few, simple ingredients together, let them sit overnight and you've got a delicious and filling breakfast waiting for you in the morning! 

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  • 05 of 08

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

     Pumpkin and Cream Cheese are made for each other and they come together beautifully in these pumpkin cream cheese muffins. It's almost like having a little bite of pumpkin cheesecake, without all of the extra work. I love making these as gifts or to serve to hungry house guests.

  • 06 of 08

    Pumpkin Spice Scones

    Pumpkin Spice Scones

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

     I just love scones. Yes, they are mostly butter, but that is what makes them taste so good! At a tea, brunch, or breakfast they are the perfect buttery and delightful addition to a hot beverage. These pumpkin spice scones are spicy, slightly soft, and topped with a delicious glaze. 

  • 07 of 08

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese French Toast Bake

    pumpkin cream cheese french toast

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

     This pumpkin cream cheese French toast bake could not be any easier. It's full of delicious pumpkin spice flavor and comes out soft and slightly crunchy on top. It is so simple to make ahead of time and comes out of the oven hot and ready for hungry guests!

  • 08 of 08

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Toast

    pumpkin cream cheese toast

    The Spruce / Leah Maroney

    Pumpkin cream cheese toast is sweet, simple and is a quick way to fill your belly with pumpkin deliciousness. Make a large batch of the spread and keep it in your refrigerator to spread on any bread product that you have in your house!