Halloween-Themed Pumpkin Cake & Pumpkin Pie S’mores | Festive Fall Treats

Introduction

Halloween is the perfect excuse to get creative in the kitchen. Our Halloween-themed pumpkin cake and pumpkin pie s’mores combine the classic autumn flavors of pumpkin and warm spices with a playful, festive twist. These treats are ideal for parties, school events, or a cozy night at home. Rich, sweet, and easy to make, they’re the ultimate seasonal dessert everyone will love.

Why Halloween Pumpkin Treats Are Trending

Pumpkin desserts are always a hit during fall, but Halloween-themed variations add excitement:

• Visual appeal: Festive shapes, colors, and decorations make them Instagram-ready.
• Fun for families: Kids love assembling s’mores and decorating cakes.
• Flavor-packed: Warm pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and creamy frosting create a cozy experience.
• Easy to customize: Swap in vegan, gluten-free, or mini sizes for diverse preferences.

For more pumpkin dessert ideas, check out our Pumpkin Bars and Pumpkin Coffee Cake.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Cake

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp ginger
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the frosting:

• ½ cup cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Ingredients for Pumpkin Pie S’mores

• 8 graham crackers
• 4 large marshmallows
• 4 small squares of pumpkin pie filling (or mini pumpkin pies)
• ½ cup chocolate chips or chocolate squares

Step-by-Step Instructions – Pumpkin Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
3. Mix wet ingredients – In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
4. Combine – Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until smooth.
5. Bake – Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool & frost – Let cake cool, then spread cream cheese frosting evenly on top. Decorate with Halloween sprinkles or pumpkin shapes.

Step-by-Step Instructions – Pumpkin Pie S’mores

1. Prepare graham crackers – Lay them flat on a baking sheet.
2. Add pumpkin pie filling – Place a small square of pumpkin pie on each cracker.
3. Top with chocolate – Add a chocolate square or a few chips.
4. Toast marshmallows – Either under a broiler for 30–60 seconds or with a kitchen torch until golden.
5. Assemble s’mores – Place toasted marshmallows on top of the pumpkin and chocolate, then cover with another graham cracker. Press lightly and enjoy warm.

Serving Suggestions

• Pumpkin Cake: Serve with a cup of spiced chai, coffee, or hot cocoa for a cozy autumn treat.
• Pumpkin Pie S’mores: Perfect for Halloween parties or a fun dessert for kids.

Pair these treats with other festive desserts such as Calabaza en Tacha or Pumpkin Spice Recipe for a complete Halloween spread.

Recipe Variations

1. Vegan Version: Replace eggs with flax eggs and use vegan butter and dairy-free cream cheese.
2. Mini Pumpkin Cake Cupcakes: Bake in muffin tins for single-serving Halloween treats.
3. Spiced S’mores: Add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the chocolate for extra flavor.

Storage Tips

• Pumpkin Cake: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Pumpkin Pie S’mores: Best enjoyed immediately, but can store unassembled ingredients separately for 1–2 days.

Conclusion

These Halloween-themed pumpkin cake and pumpkin pie s’mores bring together the best of autumn flavors with fun, festive presentation. They are simple enough for beginners but impressive enough for holiday parties. Celebrate the season with these cozy, spiced, and playful desserts.

Halloween Pumpkin Cake and Pumpkin Pie S’mores

Celebrate Halloween with this delicious pumpkin cake and playful pumpkin pie s'mores, perfect for parties and cozy nights at home.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  

Pumpkin Cake Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp ginger
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Frosting Ingredients

• ½ cup cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Pumpkin Pie S'mores Ingredients

• 8 pieces graham crackers
• 4 large marshmallows
• 4 small squares pumpkin pie filling (or mini pumpkin pies)
• ½ cup chocolate chips or chocolate squares

Instructions

 

Pumpkin Cake Preparation

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
• In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
• In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
• Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until smooth.
• Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let cake cool, then spread cream cheese frosting evenly on top. Decorate with Halloween sprinkles or pumpkin shapes.

Pumpkin Pie S'mores Preparation

• Lay graham crackers flat on a baking sheet.
• Place a small square of pumpkin pie on each cracker.
• Add a chocolate square or a few chips.
• Toast marshmallows under a broiler for 30–60 seconds or with a kitchen torch until golden.
• Place toasted marshmallows on top of the pumpkin and chocolate, then cover with another graham cracker. Press lightly and enjoy warm.

Notes

Store pumpkin cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Pumpkin pie s'mores are best enjoyed immediately, but unassembled ingredients can be stored separately for 1–2 days. For variations, try a vegan version using flax eggs and dairy-free substitutes.

Keyword Fall Desserts, Halloween Treats, Pumpkin Cake, Pumpkin Pie S'mores, Seasonal Desserts