27 Healthy Pumpkin, Apple & Squash Recipes to Make This Fall

Pumpkin pancakes, apple cider pork chops, roasted butternut squash, soups and cozy desserts: 27 healthy recipes starring fall’s favorite produce.

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Healthy pumpkin, apple and squash recipes: paleo pumpkin pancakes, roasted delicata squash salad and baked apple crumble

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Every October my kitchen counter fills up with pumpkins, apples and every kind of squash I can find at the market. These three are the heart of fall cooking, and they are naturally nourishing, sweet and incredibly versatile. Here are my favorite healthy ways to use them, from breakfast to dessert.

New to squash? Start with how to peel and cut butternut squash and how to cook spaghetti squash.

Pumpkin & Apple Breakfasts

1
A stack of golden pumpkin pancakes drizzled with ginger maple syrup on a white plate
Paleo Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Ginger Syrup
Paleo pumpkin pancakes with maple ginger syrup in about 25 minutes.
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2
Golden brown pumpkin french toast slices on a white plate with maple syrup and a dusting of cinnamon.
Fall Pumpkin French Toast
Pumpkin French toast for a cozy weekend breakfast.
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3
A stack of golden brown almond flour pumpkin muffins on a wire cooling rack.
Almond Flour Pumpkin Muffins
Almond flour pumpkin muffins.
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4
A thick slice of golden paleo pumpkin bread on a wooden board
Paleo Pumpkin Bread
Paleo pumpkin bread, moist and warmly spiced.
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5
A glass jar filled with creamy orange pumpkin pie overnight oats topped with a dash of spice.
Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
Pumpkin pie overnight oats you make the night before.
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6
Fluffy Paleo Apple Cinnamon Pancakes stacked high with sliced apples and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Paleo Apple Cinnamon Pancakes
Paleo apple cinnamon pancakes.
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Fall Drinks & Snacks

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A steaming mug of homemade pumpkin spice latte topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on a wooden table.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
A homemade pumpkin spice latte in about 10 minutes.
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8
A wooden plate filled with round pumpkin energy balls studded with mini dark chocolate chips.
Pumpkin Energy Balls
No-fuss pumpkin energy balls for snacking.
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9
A golden bowl filled with crispy roasted pumpkin seeds seasoned with smoked paprika and sea salt.
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted pumpkin seeds, so do not throw them away.
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10
Thinly sliced golden brown apple chips sprinkled with cinnamon on a baking sheet.
Cinnamon Apple Chips
Crispy baked apple chips.
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Fall Salads

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A colorful autumn salad featuring roasted delicata squash moons, sliced pears, and red pomegranate seeds on a bed of green arugula.
Roasted Delicata Squash, Pear and Pomegranate Salad
Roasted delicata squash salad with pear and pomegranate.
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12
A vibrant butternut squash salad with romaine, goat cheese, and pumpkin seeds in a white bowl.
Roasted Butternut Squash, Romaine and Goat Cheese Salad
Roasted butternut squash salad with romaine and goat cheese.
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13
A fresh kale salad with sliced apples, grilled chicken, and feta cheese in a white bowl.
Kale Salad with Apples and Chicken
Kale salad with apples and chicken in about 30 minutes.
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14
Classic Waldorf Salad with apples, celery, walnuts, and grapes in a white bowl
Classic Waldorf Salad
A classic Waldorf salad in 15 minutes.
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Soups & Dinners

15
A bowl of vibrant orange curry pumpkin soup topped with coconut milk and pumpkin seeds
Curry Pumpkin Soup
Curry pumpkin soup.
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16
Bowl of creamy roasted butternut squash soup garnished with herbs and pumpkin seeds
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted butternut squash soup.
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17
Two halves of golden brown Apple Sausage Stuffed Butternut Squash, garnished with fresh herbs, on a rustic wooden board.
Apple Sausage Stuffed Butternut Squash
Apple sausage stuffed butternut squash.
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18
Close-up of golden pan-seared Apple Cider Sage Pork Chops with apples and fresh sage in a skillet.
Apple Cider Sage Pork Chops
Apple cider sage pork chops in about 30 minutes.
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19
A bowl of tender spaghetti squash strands topped with thick, savory meat sauce and fresh herbs.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce
Instant Pot spaghetti squash with meat sauce.
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Squash Side Dishes

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Roasted butternut squash cubes and halves on a baking sheet, golden and caramelized with olive oil and herbs
Roasted Butternut Squash (Cubes and Halves)
Roasted butternut squash, cubed or halved.
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21
Golden brown roasted acorn squash wedges with melted parmesan cheese and herbs on a baking sheet
Parmesan Herb Roasted Acorn Squash
Parmesan herb roasted acorn squash.
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22
A bowl of smooth mashed butternut squash topped with a pat of melting butter and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Mashed Butternut Squash
Mashed butternut squash in about 35 minutes.
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23
A bowl of golden spaghetti squash strands tossed with charred Brussels sprouts and topped with crispy fried shallots.
Spaghetti Squash with Brussels Sprouts and Crispy Shallots
Spaghetti squash with Brussels sprouts and crispy shallots.
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Cozy Fall Desserts

24
Four golden baked apples stuffed with cinnamon oat filling in a white baking dish.
Baked Apples
Simple baked apples.
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25
A golden brown baked apple crumble in a ceramic dish with a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream.
Baked Apple Crumble
A warm baked apple crumble.
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26
A sliced pumpkin roll with a white cream cheese swirl on a wooden board
Pumpkin Roll
A show-stopping pumpkin roll.
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27
A golden, moist slice of gluten-free pumpkin cake on a modern ceramic plate with a sprig of fresh mint.
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cake
Gluten-free pumpkin cake.
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Fall Produce Tips

  • Pick the right pumpkin: small sugar or pie pumpkins are best for cooking; large carving pumpkins are watery and stringy.
  • Choose firm apples for baking: varieties like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith hold their shape in crisps and baked apples.
  • Store squash whole: uncut winter squash keeps for weeks in a cool, dry place; refrigerate it once cut.

Pumpkin, Apple & Squash FAQ

Can I use canned pumpkin in these recipes?

Yes. Plain canned pumpkin puree works in most pumpkin baking recipes. Just avoid pumpkin pie filling, which is already sweetened and spiced.

More fall inspiration: cozy healthy fall soups, easy fall dinners and healthier Thanksgiving desserts.

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Emma Brooks is the home cook behind The Gentle Bite. After years of juggling long workdays and family dinners, she started sharing the balanced, wholesome recipes she loves to make on busy weeknights, most ready in about 30 minutes with everyday ingredients. Her goal is simple: quick, nourishing meals that feel approachable, with easy swaps for gluten-free, dairy-free and high-protein diets.

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