Eating seasonally is incredibly important, yet it hasn’t quite gone mainstream for most eaters in the United States — except, of course, in the fall, when seemingly every product imaginable comes in pumpkin flavor. Pumpkin Spice Cheerios, Pumpkin Spice Oreos — even healthy options like skyr have given in to the pumpkin spice craze. I even spotted a pumpkin spice–scented broom at Publix last week.
Here at The Nosher, we’re not above joining in on the fun. And pumpkin actually has a long (secret!) Jewish culinary history, incorporating this colorful gourd into both savory and sweet dishes. So here are seven Jewish pumpkin recipes from our archives that are not only tasty but sure to get everyone in the fall spirit. Grab a blanket, turn on Gilmore Girls and try a few of the recipes below, like incredibly delicious pumpkin challah cinnamon rolls and a savory pumpkin kibbeh.
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Sephardic Pumpkin Donuts (Bimuelos de Kalavasa)
These classic, sweet fritters are easier to make than sufganiyot, but we like them year-round.
Pumpkin Challah Cinnamon Rolls
Decadent and delicious, this challah variation is the autumn comfort food of your dreams.
Pumpkin Kugel With Pecan Streusel
The perfect Thanksgivukah dish — and great for breakfast the next day.
Pumpkin Hummus
We love hummus, and we love pumpkin so we decided to marry these two loves in an easy, seasonal dip.
Pumpkin Kibbeh
A vegan twist on the classic, with a luscious mushroom and lentil filling.
Pumpkin Spice Babka
The perfect autumnal pastry.
Pumpkin Bourekas
Bourekas de kalavasa or “pumpkin turnovers” are a light, flavorful Sephardic dish for fall.
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