You can argue the merits of pumpkin beer all you want in August and September, but October is pumpkin beer’s time to shine!
Pumpkin beer is a very versatile beer style to cook with. In addition to desserts, like the recipes we’re featuring here, we often see it included in hearty soups, stews and even breads.
For the most part, these beers are usually malt-forward and often include popular fall spices like cinnamon, clove and nutmeg, to complement the flavors of your favorite dishes.
Serve one of these sweet, pumpkin beer-infused treats at your Halloween party—we promise they’ll turn even the most ghoulish guests into avid pumpkin beer fans!
Pumpkin Beer Ice Cream
Dust off that ice cream maker—it’s not just for summer anymore! Add subtle pumpkin flavors to your favorite fall desserts by serving them with this pumpkin beer ice cream.
This recipe, created by Jenna Huntsberger of the ModernDomestic, uses Dogfish Head Punkin Ale in addition to canned pumpkin puree, nutmeg and cinnamon to bring in the familiar flavors of pumpkin pie.
Pumking Monkey Bread with Pumpkin Beer Caramel Sauce
This Pumking Monkey Bread, created by Pennies, Pints, Pittsburgh, is smothered in pumpkin beer caramel sauce. This one is sure to be a huge hit at the breakfast—or dessert—table this holiday season.
Made with Southern Tier’s Pumking Imperial Pumpkin Ale, this addictive pull-apart bread will become a staple in your recipe repertoire. If you’re running short on time, you can use a roll of biscuits from the refrigerator isle rather than making your own dough.
Lakefront Pumpkin Lager Pie with Chocolate-Caramel Sauce
This isn’t your average pumpkin pie! This pie is made with Lakefront Brewery’s Pumpkin Lager and topped with a rich chocolate-caramel sauce also made with the beer.
This recipe was created by Andy at BeerFM.com, and includes a special addition of pumpkin-spiced eggnog in the filling.
Pumpkin Ale Profiteroles with Cinnamon Caramel Sauce
This is certainly one of the most decadent craft beer desserts we’ve ever seen! All the components for these impressive treats can be made in advance, making them the perfect way to impress your guests at the end of a fall-themed dinner.
These amazing pumpkin ale profiteroles were created by Chef Louise Mellor, author of Geez Louise, and are topped with a very fall-inspired cinnamon caramel sauce.
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