Westchester has fully leaned into the fall season with autumnal takes on our favorite bites that feature everyone’s favorite gourd. Whether you’re in the mood for pumpkin scones or pumpkin-filled ravioli, you’ll find pumpkin-packed treats of all sorts at these eateries around the county.
Pumpkin Ice Cream at The Blue Pig
121 Maple St, Croton-on-Hudson; 914.271.3850
We scream for ice cream — yes we do, even in the middle of fall. This time of year, The Blue Pig unveils a hot new take on pumpkin-flavored ice cream, and this fall it’s Fresh Creamy Pumpkin, which gets its spice from fresh-ground nutmeg.
Drunken Pumpkin Ice Cream at Penny Lick
580 Warburton Ave, Hastings-on-Hudson; 914.525.1580
1212 W Boston Post Rd, Mamaroneck; 914.525.1580
It’s a seasonal favorite, and it’s back again with a creamy pumpkin base and just a hint of bourbon. Aside from being peanut- and tree nut-free — a la every scoop in the shop — this one is also gluten-free.
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Pumpkin Chiffon Pie at Red Barn Bakery
4 S Astor St, Irvington; 914.231.7779
With a focus on baking with the freshest local and organic ingredients — including signature vegan and gluten-free offerings — this sweet Riverside bakery café cooks up a pumpkin pie like no other: a luscious pumpkin chiffon pie that will dominate all your fall-loving dreams.
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Pumpkin Patch Granola from Blissful Table
Farmers’ markets and pop-ups
All-natural, small-batch, handspun granola (that regularly sells out at pop-ups and farmers’ markets in Larchmont, Rye, Ossining, Scarsdale, and NYC) is a family affair at this White Plains’ home-based business, and crisp weather brings about fresh batches of warm and spicy Pumpkin Patch granola featuring locally sourced rolled oats, pecans, pepitas, and ginger scented with pie spice.
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Pumpkin Donuts from Baked by Susan
379 S Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson; 914.862.0874
While Susan O’Keefe’s pumpkin pie is a crowd favorite, her pumpkin sugar donuts are an addictive alternative. Made with pumpkin, bananas, sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these autumnal orbs can also be ordered as a bite-sized treat for special events and for Thanksgiving and gatherings. Check out the host of other pumpkin-flavored desserts, like muffins and breads, during your trip to the Croton-on-Hudson sweet spot.
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Ravioli Zucca at tredici SOCIAL
104 Kraft Ave, Bronxville; 914.793.1313
On the menu at tredici SOCIAL, chef/owner Giuseppe Fanelli’s ravioli are a savory alternative to the standard pumpkin-flavored drinks and sweets. The homemade ravioli are filled with pumpkin, butternut squash, sweet potato, and ricotta cheese with browned butter, then finished with a whiskey sugar brulée.
Pumpkin Scones at Flour Power
4668 Boston Post Rd, Pelham Manor; 914.222.0704
Flour Power has welcomed the cozy season with its delicious pumpkin scones. Each fluffy scone is perfectly spiced and topped with a cream cheese glaze. This autumn-filled treat is the perfect way to start a chilly morning in Westchester.
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Pumpkin Crumb Cake & Fried Oreo Cupcakes at Smallcakes
749 Central Park Ave, Scarsdale; 914.713.3971
This Scarsdale cake shop features monthly special cupcakes, with a different treat each day of the week. For October, it leans into fall flavors with pumpkin crumb cake on Fridays and pumpkin fried Oreo cupcakes on Saturdays.
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