The little fall dessert everyone will fall in love with! 

Why You’ll Love These

• 🎃 A fresh twist on fall desserts (move over, pumpkin pie!)

• 🍂 Light and airy, not too heavy after dinner

• 🍁 Maple glaze adds the perfect sweet touch

• ✨ Gorgeous presentation without complicated steps
  
  

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Pastry (Choux Dough):

• ½ cup water

• ½ cup whole milk

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

• 1 tbsp sugar

• ¼ tsp salt

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 4 large eggs
  
  

For the Pumpkin Cream Filling:

• 1 cup heavy cream (chilled)

• ½ cup canned pumpkin puree

• ¼ cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  
  

For the Maple Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup

• 1–2 tbsp milk (as needed)

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Whip Up the Pastry

Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a saucepan, mix water, milk, butter, sugar, and salt, then bring to a boil. Toss in the flour all at once and stir like crazy until the dough forms a smooth ball that pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Let it cool slightly, then beat in the eggs one at a time until the dough becomes silky and glossy. Scoop the dough into a piping bag and pipe small mounds (about 1 inch) onto a lined baking sheet. Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and puffed. Set aside to cool.

Step 2: Make the Pumpkin Cream Filling

Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently mix in pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. You’ll end up with a fluffy, fall-flavored cream that tastes like pumpkin pie clouds. Chill until ready.

Step 3: Fill the Puffs

Cut a small slit in each cooled puff and pipe in that dreamy pumpkin cream. Don’t be shy—the more filling, the better!

Step 4: Maple Glaze Magic

Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and a splash of milk until smooth. Drizzle generously over the cream puffs and let them set for about 10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

• Place them on a tiered dessert stand for a picture-perfect holiday table.

• Dust with cinnamon or sprinkle chopped pecans for extra flair.

• Serve with hot cider, chai lattes, or coffee for the ultimate fall treat.
  
  

Final Thoughts

These Maple Pumpkin Cream Puff Bites are everything we love about fall wrapped up in one tiny, delicious package. They’re fun to make, gorgeous to serve, and guaranteed to have everyone asking for the recipe. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving, a fall dinner party, or just want a cozy weekend baking project, these little bites of happiness are a must-try.

🍂 One bite and you’ll wonder why you didn’t make them sooner!