20 Best Fall Dessert Recipes You’ll Want to Bake All Season
Fall Dessert Recipes are one of my favorite things to make as soon as the weather starts to cool down. I’m reaching for apples, pumpkin, maple, caramel, and all the warm spices that make this season so delicious. Whether you’re baking for your family or a holiday gathering, this collection is packed with sweet treats you’ll want to make all autumn long.
Whether you need a simple dessert for a weeknight, something special for Thanksgiving, or a sweet treat to share at a fall gathering, these fall dessert recipes are easy to make and full of seasonal flavor. Save this roundup so you’ll always have plenty of delicious baking ideas ready all autumn long.
- Twenty kitchen-tested fall dessert recipes give you plenty of variety to try.
- Every recipe uses simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Perfect for Thanksgiving, bake sales, potlucks, holiday parties, or weekend baking.
Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites
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Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites are the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and crunchy. And, the best part is that they come together in an easy treat that’s ready in about 30 minutes.
Apple Caramel Fudge
Apple Caramel Fudge tastes like a caramel apple without the sticky mess. Rich caramel and tangy green apple blend into one creamy square. And the best part is you only need four ingredients to make it!
Maple Pecan Caramel Apple Cobbler
Maple Pecan Caramel Apple Cobbler is packed with tender apples, crunchy pecans, warm maple flavor, and just the right touch of cinnamon. It’s the kind of dessert that’s perfect for crisp fall days.
Apple Pie
The Best Apple Pie starts with a flaky double crust and juicy sliced apples. Cinnamon and nutmeg add spice to every forkful. And, this fall treat tastes even better the next day.
Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins are soft, moist, and topped with a buttery cinnamon crumble. They’re great for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or packing into lunchboxes.
Apple Oatmeal Bars
Apple Oatmeal Bars hide a warm apple pie filling between two oat layers. Grab one for breakfast or a sweet fall treat.
Caramel Apple Dump Cake
Caramel Apple Dump Cake combines apple pie filling, spice cake mix, caramel, and crunchy walnuts for a dessert that’s almost effortless to make. It’s even better served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Pumpkin Banana Bread
Pumpkin Banana Bread combines two favorite fall ingredients into one moist loaf. Ripe bananas and pumpkin puree keep every slice soft and tender. Walnuts and cinnamon add crunch and autumn flavor.
Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Pumpkin Bread Pudding is a rich fall dessert made with thick slices of bread baked in a creamy pumpkin custard. It’s delicious for breakfast, brunch, or an easy dessert everyone will enjoy.
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles take the classic cinnamon sugar cookie and give it a delicious fall twist. They’re soft, chewy, and perfect for cookie exchanges or after-school treats.
Mocha Chocolate Cupcakes with Pumpkin Spice Frosting
Mocha Chocolate Cupcakes with Pumpkin Spice Frosting are the perfect treat for coffee lovers. Rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors come together in a soft, moist cupcake, then get topped with a creamy pumpkin spice frosting for a delicious fall twist.
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are cake-like cookies filled with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting. Every bite is packed with warm pumpkin spice flavor, making them a favorite for fall gatherings, bake sales, or an afternoon treat.
Pumpkin Chiffon Pie
Pumpkin Chiffon Pie is light and full of pumpkin flavor. The fluffy filling pairs perfectly with a crisp gingersnap crust and a dollop of whipped cream.
Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars
Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars are one of the easiest fall desserts to make when you’re craving pumpkin. Creamy cheesecake and spiced pumpkin swirl together to create rich, flavorful bars that are perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you need a simple dessert to share.
Acorn Shaped Mini Pumpkin Muffins
Acorn Shaped Mini Pumpkin Muffins look just like little acorns thanks to chocolate-dipped tops and chopped pecans. They’re a fun baking project for kids and make a cute addition to any fall party.
Chocolate Acorns
Chocolate Acorns need only three ingredients and zero oven time. They’re cute, festive, and perfect for making with little helpers. You can’t find an easier dessert.
Nutter Butter Chocolate Acorns
Nutter Butter Chocolate Acorns are a fun no-bake fall treat that’s as cute as it is delicious. They’re perfect for classroom parties, Thanksgiving dessert tables, or making with the kids on a fall afternoon.
Fall Chex Party Snack Mix
Fall Chex Party Snack Mix is made for movie nights, school parties, and weekend snacking. Best of all, there’s no baking required.
Maple Pecan No-Bake Cookies
Maple Pecan No-Bake Cookies are an easy treat that’s full of sweet maple flavor, hearty oats, and crunchy pecans. Since there’s no baking required, they’re perfect for days when you want a homemade dessert without turning on the oven.
Maple Pecan Cookies
Maple Pecan Cookies are packed with real maple flavor and crunchy pecans. They have lightly crisp edges, chewy centers, and are always one of the first cookies to disappear.
Whether you’re in the mood for pumpkin, apples, maple, or caramel, there’s a little bit of everything in this collection. These easy fall dessert recipes are perfect for everything from weeknight baking to holiday celebrations. Save this roundup so you’ll always have plenty of delicious ideas ready all season long.
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