Pumpkin Crisp is a simple pumpkin dessert that has double the crisp and is filled with a delicious pumpkin layer for the perfect fall treat! For another delicious fall crisp be sure to try the Best Apple Crisp! Or, if you’re looking for more yummy pumpkin treats be sure to try out my pumpkin pecan dump cake.
Pumpkin Crisp
It’s the Great Pumpkin Crisp, Charlie Brown! Yes, this Pumpkin Crisp is so good that it deserves its own show! I was hesitant to try this Pumpkin Crisp and very skeptical as to whether or not I would like it. I didn’t like it, I LOVED it! To solidify the greatness of this recipe, I used my secret double crisp from my Apple Crisp. This dessert could possibly replace your Thanksgiving pumpkin pie, so be prepared for that!
Pumpkin Crisp Ingredients
Pure Pumpkin: Be sure you are using Pure Pumpkin (formerly known as pumpkin puree), not pumpkin pie filling for this recipe. Pure pumpkin is cooked pumpkin that is blended or mashed into a smooth texture. There should be no seasoning, spice, flavoring, or sugar added. We are adding our own seasoning and sweetness to the filling.
Sugar: Most recipes call for all granulated sugar or half granulated and half brown sugar. While these recipes are sweet, they lack the depth of flavor that all brown sugar adds. And after you try this pumpkin crisp, you will definitely understand what I mean. I used light brown sugar, but you can definitely use dark brown sugar as well.
Oats: Look for quick oats to use in the crisp. You could also get away with rolled oats for even more texture.
Pumpkin Pie Spice: You can use store bought pumpkin pie spice, or you can make your own homemade pumpkin pie spice for this recipe!
Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Crisp
One thing that makes this recipe unique is that the oat mixture is used on the top AND the bottom. The amazing thing about this layer is that it changes depending on how long you bake the crisp.
- If you bake at 375°F for 35 minutes, the bottom oat mixture will be slightly caramelized and gooey while the top will be perfectly crispy deliciousness.
- If you bake at 375°F for 45 minutes, the bottom oat mixture will be crispy throughout. The top will be darker, but if you prefer a less dark crispy top you can add a foil tent to the crisp after 35 minutes.
How do I Serve Pumpkin Crisp?
The jury is still out on whether to serve Pumpkin Crisp warm or cold. Some liked it better warm, but others preferred it cold. I liked it both ways, actually. It was wonderful plain, but it is also wonderful with ice cream or whipped cream on top.
How to Store Pumpkin Crisp
After it is completely cool and you want to store leftovers, cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you want the crisp to remain crispy when reheating, place individual-sized portions into the air fryer or oven for about 10 minutes.
More Pumpkin Desserts
Pumpkin Crisp
Ingredients
Crisp Mixture
- 2 cups (180 g) quick-cooking oats
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, cold, cubed
Pumpkin Mixture
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin
- 1 cup (240 g) heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°. Lightly spray a 12-inch oven-safe skillet* with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
Crisp Mixture
- Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, and pumpkin spice together. Add in the cubed butter and use your hands or a fork to combine. You want the butter to be no larger than pea-sized.
- Spread 4 cups of crisp mixture over the bottom and up the sides of the prepared skillet and press flat. Set the remaining crisp mixture aside.
Pumpkin Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until combined.
- Add pumpkin, cream, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt. Whisk ingredients together until smooth.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture on top of the layer of crisp in the skillet.
- Sprinkle the remaining crisp mixture over top of the pumpkin.
- Bake uncovered at 375°F for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve (warm or cold) with whipped cream or ice cream.
Video
Notes
Did you make this recipe?
Thank you for making my recipe! You took pictures, right? Well go ahead and post them on Instagram! Be sure to mention me @iambaker and use the hashtag #YouAreBaker.
Do you use salted or unsalted butter?
Can I make this the day before Thanksgiving ? Should it be refrigerated ?
One reader mentioned that she assembled the ingredients ahead of time and then baked it 24 hours later and thought it was fine… but I can’t help but think the “crisp” part will be less crisp.
I made this for Thanksgiving and it was pretty much inedible.
What do you mean? I made it as well and everyone thought it was better than Pumpkin Pie! 3 people asked for the recipe and one said they would be serving this at every thanksgiving from now on. I can’t imagine how yours was “inedible”??? Did you cook it? It’s literally pumpkin filling and crisp. The only way it would be inedible is if you didn’t cook it.
Of course I cooked it. I’m an experienced baker and this was a complete flop.
Yummy! I tweaked a few things – made gluten free by using gluten free oats and flour and doubled the pumpkin.
Hello, i want to make this but can i use Easy Pumpkin pie mix?..
This came out DELICIOUS! Do you think that I would be able to take the pumpkin filling mix and put it into a pie crust???
Video recipe please
What size skillet? I have a Lodge 8 inch skillet will that work?
Hi, Natalia! I work with iambaker and am happy to help with questions. This made a huge amount, so we used a large skillet. I would recommend a 12-inch or 13-inch skillet for this recipe. Have a great day!
Don’t have the size skillet. WhT else can be used?
Hi, Karen! I work with iambaker and am happy to help with questions. We do recommend using a large skillet (it makes a lot)! However, you could get away with using a 9×13-inch baking dish if you have to. Have a great day!