Ina Garten’s Ultimate Pumpkin Pie is a silky, rum-kissed take on the classic Thanksgiving dessert. With a par-baked flaky crust, a warmly spiced pumpkin filling, and a mascarpone-stabilized rum whipped cream, this pie delivers timeless comfort with a little elegance. Perfect for make-ahead holiday baking.
Confession from a Mainer: I prefer these pumpkin whoopie pies to the classic. Light, tender cakes get real pumpkin and warm spices, then sandwich a bourbon-kissed cream cheese frosting. Not too sweet, irresistibly snackable, and perfect for fall gatherings, gifting, or coffee breaks. Cozy, balanced, and ready for repeat baking.
Fall is here — and that means cider, flannel, and all things Ina. From Butternut Squash & Ricotta Bruschettas to Cider-Roasted Pork Tenderloin and Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits, these are my favorite Ina Garten recipes to make when the air turns crisp and the oven’s finally back in rotation.
Grandma’s Pumpkin Chiffon Bars combine layers of flavor and texture for an unforgettable dessert. A gingersnap crust is topped with cheesecake, spiced pumpkin, and cinnamon whipped cream, creating a light and airy treat. Earning my grandma’s mark of “excellent”
These golden pumpkin dinner rolls, adapted from The Woks of Life’s milk bread recipe, feature store-bought pumpkin puree for a beautiful color. Topped with pumpkin seeds and finished with simple syrup, they’re perfect for Friendsgiving.
This Maine Pumpkin Buckle recipe captures New England autumn comfort. Inspired by Lidey’s college dining hall memories, it combines a moist pumpkin-maple sponge with warm fall spices, cream cheese swirl, and brown sugar-cinnamon crumble for the perfect seasonal dessert with nostalgic charm.
Ina Garten’s Pumpkin Roulade with Ginger Buttercream is one of my all-time favorite fall dessert. The pumpkin sponge, flavored with warm spices, is rolled with a mascarpone and crystallized ginger filling for a sweet and tasty autumn treat.
Book: Cooking for Jeffrey, page 201 Episode: — Rating: 5/5 How Easy Is That: Intermediate Store-Bought Is Fine: pureed pumpkin, condensed milk Pricey Ingredients: — Hard-to-find: — Recipe on BarefootContessa.com View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trent (@storeboughtisfine)