Well, I was very sad to hear/read that BOTH Starbucks AND Dunkin’ Donuts pumpkin spice syrups are NOT vegan. That said, I chose to venture out of the box, and have amazon ship an alternative in a box. So HERE it is.

Torani Pumpkin Pie Syrup.

I put it in my DD iced coffee [prefer DD over Starbucks, but you can put it in any coffee hot or iced] I believe you could use this syrup in a lot of things.. over vegan ice cream, pancakes, waffles, my body…

Anyway… 1st sip I was hesitant & not knowing what flavor to expect. Then BAM it hits me! This is like legit pumpkin flavor, not just sugary thick fake ass syrup! In terms of pumpkin it is definitely on the money and tastes more like what Starbucks uses in their PS Lattes. Which I am definitely OK with.

All in all, this is a great addition to my Pumpkin spice library and will continue to add it to my coffee and other concoctions. Excited for it to get cooler to put it into HOT coffee. Will update the review once I get there. Also, i believe Amazon also sells this in sugar free as well. I got the full sugar because, well, sugar doesn’t cause diabetes. Yay.

1 oz= 100 calories [which is less that a PSL, for sure!] There are 420 calories in a whole milk version of a PSL! 

Pumpkin Score: 4 out of 5 Pumpkins

 

Ok 1st off, let me just tell you this is my 1st year reviewing all things pumpkin as a vegan.

That said, this year could be tougher than all the previous. And I may need your help! I am on a quest to find VEGAN/CRUELTY FREE pumpkin flavored, scented, what have you, options. So, please send any you see in stores/online my way and/or tag me on IG with the name/place to purchase, etc.

Ok, so back to the review! This granola bar is THE BEST I have ever had. Not only because I am partial to pumpkin spice, but because it is crunchy AF! So, if you’re a type that likes the chewy, gooey bars this one’s not for you.

In terms of pumpkin-goodness, this is definitely one of the more potent and flavorful items I’ve tried. Could be because it was one of the 1st’s of the season and my palate just hasn’t had it’s fair share of pumpkin spice yet, but I really do think it’s amazingly pumpkin, but not overdone.

I highly suggest you pick these up if you see them at your local grocery store. I found them in the cereal aisle.

The Facts:

• 4g of Fiber [DUMPS]
• 4g of Protein [GRR]
• 26g of carbs [good for pre-workout]
• 10g of sugar [tad high, but worth it]

Pumpkin Score: 5 out of 5 Pumpkins! Bravo, Kashi.

Like raisin bran? Well life just got a WHOLE lot better. Not because of all the WHOLE grains and fiber, but because it’s raisin bran WITH pumpkin flavor! Sayyyy whaaaaa?! Yeah, crazy! And what’s even better… the cereal doesn’t get SOGGY after like 2 seconds like raisin bran does!

I love this cereal so much I am already on my 4th box of the month. And the month just started! I love eating a small bowl of this with almond/cashew milk blend [there’s one with an added 10g of protein- amazing!]. It is great for a quick fulfilling dinner, or even as a snack prior or after the gym, errands, or sitting around on your couch watching halloween movies.

I highly recommend this cereal. It definitely beats out Pumpkin Spice Cheerios and Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Spice O’s.

The breakdown:

• 6g Protein
• 40g Carbs
• 7g Fiber
• Excellent source of ALA Omega-3

Pumpkin Score: 5 out of 5 Pumpkins. You’re SMASHING, Nature’s Path! Pump’d to see what you come up with next!

Based on the photos and video I received, I would say that baby Knox really enjoyed this Pumpkin Baby food.

• Pumpkin-y
• Nice orange color
• Organic
• Baby-Approved
• Mom- Approved
• Rae-Rae Pumpkin Blog Approved

Pumpkin Score: 5 out of 5 Pumpkins

Cuteness Score: 1 million out of 5 Pumpkins! ❤

• Pumpkin Puree
• Olive Oil
• Balsamic Vinegar

This was a nice twist on balsamic vinaigrette. I put this on top of an Autumnal salad with apples, blue cheese, pecans, cranberries, etc.

I would recommend this as a salad dressing or perhaps a marinade of sorts?

Pumpkin Score: 3.5 out of 5 Pumpkins

Company Score eating it with me: 100 out of 5 Pumpkins

Not a fan of macarons, but figured I would give these a shot. So, I did!

• Tad sweet
• Liked that they were frozen
• Good texture
• 110 calories.. for 3!

Pumpkin Score: 3.5 out of 5 Pumpkins

This Body Butter is just what I needed to lather my crusty, crackling skin in! Mmm… If that’s not hot, I don’t know what is!

This ‘butter’ consists of:

• Coconut Oil
• Shea Butter
• Pumpkin Seed Oil

Smells so great and is not overly buttery or thick on the skin; it goes on very smooth and my skin is so silky soft right now. Now I just need an attractive lad to massage it all over my body…

Pumpkin Score: 5 out of 5 Pumpkins

• Shortbread cookies with Pumpkin Spice and Yogurt Coating
• Delicious
• Crispy
• Nicely paired with coffee
• Not too sweet

Pumpkin Score: 5 out of 5 Pumpkins

I thought about tasting these, but haven’t gotten that desperate yet. Maybe in December when they are still around and all my pumpkin spice supply has ran out?!

• My dog took it right away! She was excited for it, not that smell and walk away type of treat.
• She hid it under the bed so The Purrfessor couldn’t get to it.
• I give it to her at night she eats 1/2 and saves the rest for the AM. She, like me, is good at rationing her Pumpkin treats.

Based on the above, I’d say my dog likes these treats.

Pumpkin Score: 4 out of 5 Pumpkins

• Reminded me of Apple Jack Cheerios
• Not all that Pumpkin-y
• Very crispy
• Vegan
• Gluten Free

Overall, I liked these as is, but I don’t think the Pumpkin was that prevalent.  I think Cheerios Pumpkin Spice takes the O on this one 🙂

Pumpkin Score: 1 out of 5 Pumpkins