Pumpkin spice is a staple of autumnal months, but it wasn't always.
Menus throughout the U.S. mentioned pumpkin spice 33.8% more from 2014 to 2024, according to NBC's report on Technomic data.
The mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and ginger have a solid grip on the nation's fall food preferences, resulting in some tasty treats in the last few months of the year.
From cold brews to pumpkin bars and pumpkin pie ice cream to pumpkin chocolate chip bread, you're sure to get your fall flavor fix at a local eatery in Utah Valley. Here are a few fan-favorite pumpkin spice treats to try before the season is over.
Pumpkin…everything - Provo Bakery
Locals and students alike know that Provo Bakery is a top contender in Utah Valley's dessert scene.
No matter your dessert of choice, they have a pumpkin variation. From a pumpkin cake donut to pumpkin bars, you can find something new to try every day of the week.
Browse their Instagram page to see videos of their delicious treats and what flavors are currently available. Provo Bakery is located at 190 E 100 N, but they recommend ordering in advance to make sure you get the treat you're craving!
Pumpkin spice cupcakes and pumpkin brown butter cookies - Sugar High Confections
Whether you want a cupcake or a cookie, Sugar High Confections' pumpkin desserts just taste like autumn.
The seasonal cupcake has a moist, pumpkin cake base and cinnamon frosting swirled to perfection.
For a warm, buttery fall treat, try the pumpkin brown butter cookie.
The rich, sweet flavor will leave you wanting more after every bite. Try one—or both—at their storefront located at 4161 North Thanksgiving Way in Lehi.
Pumpkin pie ice cream - Rowley's Red Barn
Located farther south in Utah Valley, Rowley's Red Barn in Santaquin offers more than just its classic ice cream flavors—each fall, their popular pumpkin pie ice cream makes a seasonal appearance.
Rich, spiced, and creamy, it's a local favorite for good reason.
Reading through hundreds of Google reviews, you'll find people come back time and time again for their tasty, homemade ice cream and treats.
This time of year, you can also spend some time out in the fields for their annual fall festival! Stock up on pumpkin, apple, and cinnamon-flavored fall treats through the next few weeks.
You can find them off the freeway at 901 S 300 W in Santaquin.
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookie - Shirley's Bakery
You can't make it through the 'ber' months without eating a few (dozen?) pumpkin chocolate chip cookies.
Shirley's Bakery in Provo is the place to get a moist, flavorful cookie you won't stop thinking about long after the last bite. For a convenient cookie run, you can order online or in their drive thru.
The true fans who follow Shirley's on Instagram know that you can get 15% off your order on Fridays and Saturdays from 4-6 p.m., so be sure to stock up on some yummy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies!
Visit Shirley's at 1620 Freedom Blvd 200 W in Provo.
Pumpkin cold brew or pumpkin spice latte- Sinners & Saints Coffee
For a little pumpkin spice in your morning coffee, pick up a pumpkin cold brew or a pumpkin spice latte from Sinners & Saints Coffee.
Each drink comes with nearly limitless customization options, including different milks, flavor shots, and even extra pumpkin spice powder.
Google reviewer Nathan said the latte was "perfectly sweet but not overly sweet."
Their two locations are in Lehi: one on 187 West Main Street and the other at 3700 Cabela's Blvd.
Pumpkin spice layered cake - Gourmandise
Utahns across the valley know that Gourmandise is a hot spot for any kind of dessert you're craving.
This fall, their pumpkin spice layer cake is one you can't miss. Topped with pumpkin spice, pecan, pumpkin seeds and a brown butter cream cheese frosting, you'll be scraping the plate for all remaining crumbs.
While you're there, pick up a slice of their pumpkin chocolate chip loaf cake as well. The thick, rich cake with chocolate chips sprinkled in will satisfy any fall dessert craving.
Gourmandise is located at 215 E State St. in American Fork.
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookie - Twisted Sugar
What would autumn in Utah Valley be without a pumpkin cookie and a mixed soda in one stop? Twisted Sugar, known for their sodas and cookies, can help you get your fall fix with their seasonal cookie: pumpkin chocolate chip.
The oversized and sky-high cookie is topped with a brown sugar cinnamon frosting sure to complement the soft pumpkin base.
This cookie is only available through the end of September, so hurry to your closest location to try one.
More autumnal desserts in Utah Valley
These are just a sampling of all of the unique flavors and treats Utah Valley has to offer.
From Lehi and Saratoga Springs to Santaquin and everywhere in between, local stores and bakeries offer homemade delicious treats for every season of the year.
Browse the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce directory to find more local businesses getting in on the holiday food fun.
