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Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts: fluffy enough to skip frosting, but you won’t want to.
Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts: A Cozy Bite
Pumpkin spice has been around way longer than your favorite coffee shop drink. Back in the day, people used spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice to make foods taste warm and special, especially during cooler months when fresh fruit wasn’t easy to find. It wasn’t just about flavor; these spices helped keep food fresh and made every meal feel like a little celebration.
Today, pumpkin spice isn’t just for pies or lattes; it’s a full-on vibe. These mini desserts bring all that warm, cozy flavor in a soft, fluffy little cake you can eat with your hands. They’re easy to make, smell amazing, and taste even better. Plus, pumpkin adds a little boost of fiber and vitamins, so your sweet tooth gets a win, and your body does too.
Whether you’re baking for a fancy dinner or just a chill night at home, these treats bring flavor to every bite.
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Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Cake, Cupcakes, Cookies and Tarts
- Method: Easy
Description
Forget the pie, these Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts are easier, cuter, and just as satisfying.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp allspice
Wet ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin purée
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the glaze:
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk (plus more if needed)
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- Up to 2 cups icing sugar
Optional but recommended:
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In one bowl, whisk together your flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices. Set that aside.
- In a larger bowl, cream the butter with both sugars until it looks light and fluffy.
- Add the pumpkin, egg, and vanilla.
- Mix it until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop the batter onto a cookie sheet in generous spoonfuls.
- You can make up to 40 little ones, but I say go bigger and aim for 20–24. They look and taste like proper individual desserts that way.
- Flatten them slightly (they won’t spread much), and pop them into the oven for about 15–25 minutes. Keep an eye on them, the goal is soft and moist, not browned or crispy.
- In the last 5 minutes of baking, slide the pecans into the oven on a tray to get them nice and toasty.
- Let everything cool before glazing.
- Once the cakes are cool, press a little well into the center of each one; your thumb works great for this. Pile in some toasted pecans and drizzle that spiced glaze over the top like you mean it.
To make the Glaze
- Stir together melted butter, vanilla, milk, and allspice.
- Add icing sugar a bit at a time until you get a thick but pourable consistency.
- If it’s too stiff, just add a few drops more milk until you have the perfect mix.
Final Thoughts
- These are the kind of desserts that feel like they took a lot more effort than they did. They’re soft, lightly spiced, not too sweet, and somehow fancy and comforting at the same time. Perfect for guests. Even better for no guests.
- I make these when I want something special but not fussy. And let’s be honest, they’re even better the next day straight from the fridge.
- Don’t skip the glaze and pecans, it’s yummy.
Notes
Recipe tested by Corlea Smit and lovingly tweaked from SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes, because that’s how we roll.
These Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts are what happens when cookies meet cake.
Fluffy, spiced, and not too sweet, these are a fresh take on pumpkin desserts that don’t lean on pie. They’re great for guests, but let’s be honest… even better straight from the fridge the next day.
I am positive that you will love these Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts
These Pumpkin Spice Mini Desserts are soft, cake-like, and full of warm spices without being overly sweet. They’re easy to make, use simple pantry ingredients, and work for both casual snacks and elegant desserts. The light glaze and toasted pecans add just enough texture to make each bite feel special. Perfect for anyone who wants a cozy treat without the heaviness of pie.
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These look delicious. Pinned
Thank you for sharing
Take care and best wishes.
Thank you for the pin and hope you do give it a try. Enjoy