Pumpkin spice latte lovers have become a much-maligned fall stereotype, but there's no shame in embracing the tasty seasonal gourd. PSL's don't actually contain any pumpkin, though, so consider foregoing the $5 latte and trying one of these locally made pumpkin treats instead.
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Much ado has been made about the name of this dessert creation on CRFW's Facebook page, but questionable origins aside, the Blumpkin is a pumpkin lover's dream: roasted pumpkin mascarpone, toasted marshmallows, and Nutella unite for a sweet and gooey finale.
The home of the illustrious Black Forest cake is now serving up pumpkin cannoli, and you probably don't need an explanation as to why that's an awesome idea. Call ahead and check stock before driving over to prevent potential disappointment.
The Drop Dead Gourdgeous isn't your grandmother's pumpkin pie. Megan Wilkes and Mary Sparks' version is spiced just right and perched on a zingy gingersnap crust, and best of all, you can pop in for a single slice after dinner in Bishop Arts. (Do note there's also a second outpost in McKinney's quaint downtown square.)
Sprinkles' pumpkin cupcake is moist, slightly spiced, and topped with just the right amount of sweet, cinnamon-y cream cheese frosting. Available Wednesdays and Fridays only. If you must gild the lily, pop by the ice cream shop next door and get it in a ridiculous cupcake sundae (or shake, for that matter) with butter pecan or salted caramel ice cream. You can also stop by the cupcake ATM for an after-hours fix.
Get fancy with a baked-to-order pumpkin souffle at this charming Inwood Village staple. Fluffy, piping hot, and drenched with creme anglaise just before devouring, it's the envy of all the pumpkin spice lattes.
Even Spanish wonder Casa Rubia can't resist the siren song of autumnal pumpkin desserts. Their new pan calatrava is a dreamy combination of pumpkin flan, apple-almond bread pudding, cinnamon ice cream, and sea salt caramel.
Kate Weiser's new chocolate shop at Trinity Groves has some of the best damn French macarons in town, including a so-very-seasonal pumpkin flavor. Weiser also shows off her serious chocolate skills with these molded chocolate pumpkins, which you can get filled with pumpkin truffles.
Deep Ellum's friendly neighborhood doughnut shop always keeps up with the seasons, and fall is no exception: They're currently featuring a pumpkin old-fashioned that makes an ideal breakfast paired with a cup of steaming hot coffee (or a late-night drunk treat on the weekend).
Kari Crowe's friendly ice cream shop recently began serving a lineup of autumn-appropriate flavors including The Great Pumpkin, which gets added depth from Avoca coffee. Considering getting a double scoop and pairing it with another fall flavor like the sweet potato-maple This is My Yam.
The vegan and gluten-free crowds need look no further than this Richardson bakery for seasonal items like gluten-free mini pumpkin pies or a raw vegan pumpkin orange tart.
'Tis the season for super-rich pumpkin pie custard at this Knox-Henderson favorite. Get it in a waffle cone or dress it up with a plethora of sundae toppings like Nilla wafers and caramel sauce.
New LTO chef Blythe Beck has a pumpkin latte-inspired dessert on her menu that involves pumpkin custard, vanilla ice cream, and chocolate. City of Ate says, "It's like eating pumpkin pie filling out of a latte cup, with none of that pesky pie crust to get in your way."
Always on the forefront of unusual doughnut flavors, Dallas' original weirdo doughnut purveyor is currently frying up a pumpkin spice version with cream cheese icing. (Stay tuned for more seasonal flavors: They'll roll out pecan pie, sweet potato, and cranberry-orange flavors in November, with peppermint and gingerbread varieties to follow in December.)
Blind Butcher's new fall menu includes an oh-so-seasonally-appropriate mini pumpkin cheesecake -- but in true Blind Butcher style, it's built on top of a gingersnap bacon crust.
Much ado has been made about the name of this dessert creation on CRFW's Facebook page, but questionable origins aside, the Blumpkin is a pumpkin lover's dream: roasted pumpkin mascarpone, toasted marshmallows, and Nutella unite for a sweet and gooey finale.
The home of the illustrious Black Forest cake is now serving up pumpkin cannoli, and you probably don't need an explanation as to why that's an awesome idea. Call ahead and check stock before driving over to prevent potential disappointment.
The Drop Dead Gourdgeous isn't your grandmother's pumpkin pie. Megan Wilkes and Mary Sparks' version is spiced just right and perched on a zingy gingersnap crust, and best of all, you can pop in for a single slice after dinner in Bishop Arts. (Do note there's also a second outpost in McKinney's quaint downtown square.)
Sprinkles' pumpkin cupcake is moist, slightly spiced, and topped with just the right amount of sweet, cinnamon-y cream cheese frosting. Available Wednesdays and Fridays only. If you must gild the lily, pop by the ice cream shop next door and get it in a ridiculous cupcake sundae (or shake, for that matter) with butter pecan or salted caramel ice cream. You can also stop by the cupcake ATM for an after-hours fix.
Get fancy with a baked-to-order pumpkin souffle at this charming Inwood Village staple. Fluffy, piping hot, and drenched with creme anglaise just before devouring, it's the envy of all the pumpkin spice lattes.
Even Spanish wonder Casa Rubia can't resist the siren song of autumnal pumpkin desserts. Their new pan calatrava is a dreamy combination of pumpkin flan, apple-almond bread pudding, cinnamon ice cream, and sea salt caramel.
Kate Weiser's new chocolate shop at Trinity Groves has some of the best damn French macarons in town, including a so-very-seasonal pumpkin flavor. Weiser also shows off her serious chocolate skills with these molded chocolate pumpkins, which you can get filled with pumpkin truffles.
Deep Ellum's friendly neighborhood doughnut shop always keeps up with the seasons, and fall is no exception: They're currently featuring a pumpkin old-fashioned that makes an ideal breakfast paired with a cup of steaming hot coffee (or a late-night drunk treat on the weekend).
Kari Crowe's friendly ice cream shop recently began serving a lineup of autumn-appropriate flavors including The Great Pumpkin, which gets added depth from Avoca coffee. Considering getting a double scoop and pairing it with another fall flavor like the sweet potato-maple This is My Yam.
The vegan and gluten-free crowds need look no further than this Richardson bakery for seasonal items like gluten-free mini pumpkin pies or a raw vegan pumpkin orange tart.
'Tis the season for super-rich pumpkin pie custard at this Knox-Henderson favorite. Get it in a waffle cone or dress it up with a plethora of sundae toppings like Nilla wafers and caramel sauce.
New LTO chef Blythe Beck has a pumpkin latte-inspired dessert on her menu that involves pumpkin custard, vanilla ice cream, and chocolate. City of Ate says, "It's like eating pumpkin pie filling out of a latte cup, with none of that pesky pie crust to get in your way."
Always on the forefront of unusual doughnut flavors, Dallas' original weirdo doughnut purveyor is currently frying up a pumpkin spice version with cream cheese icing. (Stay tuned for more seasonal flavors: They'll roll out pecan pie, sweet potato, and cranberry-orange flavors in November, with peppermint and gingerbread varieties to follow in December.)
Blind Butcher's new fall menu includes an oh-so-seasonally-appropriate mini pumpkin cheesecake -- but in true Blind Butcher style, it's built on top of a gingersnap bacon crust.
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