The Taste of Fall in Every Bite
Oversized sweaters, pumpkin spice, and colorful leaves—you know what time it is! While we love the cooler temperatures, we’re also suckers for every flavor of fall, which is why we’re here to share some of our favorite autumnal treats.
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1. Cinnamon Buns
As if we needed another reason to stuff our faces with cinnamon buns! The fall season is upon us and that means gooey buns drizzled with frosting. We can’t tell what’s better on a cool day—the taste or the smell.
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2. Maple Pecan Pie
Apple and pumpkin get all the credit during the colder months, but we’re strong advocates for maple pecan! Whether or not you make your own pie crust, nothing hits the spot like vanilla ice cream atop a buttery rich filling.
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3. Pumpkin Cheesecake
Forget about pumpkin pie because this recipe brings the best of both worlds together. Pumpkin mix and cream cheese take both these classics to the next level, giving each a perfect autumnal twist. That graham cracker crust only makes it better.
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4. Salted Caramel Cupcakes
Salted caramel is delicious enough, but it’s an irresistible combo in fluffy cupcakes. Though some recipes only call for caramel frosting, why stop there? Get mouths watering with a sticky caramel sauce filling!
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5. Apple Brown Betty
Hang on a tick. What’s the difference between an apple brown betty and an apple crisp? The crumble! Betty’s got a way better crunch thanks to her crunchy cinnamon topping, not to mention that dash of lemon.
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6. Carrot Cake
Carrot cake needs no introduction. It’s a classic dessert loaded with all the flavors of fall—pecans, cinnamon, and dark brown sugar! Some like raisins in their layers, others opt for crushed pineapple, but you can’t go wrong either way.
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7. Oatmeal Cookies
Chewy cookies loaded with rolling oats, cinnamon, and vanilla extract? What more could you ask for on a fall day? Don’t forget your chocolate chips, or go ahead and toss in those raisins (we won’t judge).
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8. Pumpkin Pie
Okay, we lied! Please don’t forget about pumpkin pie! This classic dessert is the perfect bite after stuffing ourselves like Thanksgiving turkeys. It’s easy to make and not only has the flavors of fall but its colors too.
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9. Snickerdoodles
Chewy or crunchy—the endless cookie debate that’s turned many a hair grey. This year, be thankful that you don’t have to choose! Snickerdoodles are nice and crispy on the outside while being chewy and cinnamon-filled on the inside.
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10. Bloomin’ Apples
These look like a restaurant dessert, but they’re actually really simple to make at home! You don’t need anything more than apples, caramels, butter, sugar, and flour. A pinch of cinnamon and a dollop of ice cream tie it all together.
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11. Caramel Corn
It’s movie night in October, which means caramel corn is in order! Drizzle traditional popcorn with corn syrup and brown sugar to score all the best parts of the theater. A touch of vanilla makes the whole bowl even sweeter.
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12. Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet potato hardly sounds like an ideal pie flavor, but it’s so much more than its base. Paired with marshmallows and warm spices, this traditional pie has a silky filling nestled in a buttery crust—and we can’t do the fall without it.
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13. Cranberry Bread Pudding
Give your bread pudding an autumnal twist with cranberries! A little vanilla and lemon zest crank it up another notch, leaving you with a perfect blend of tangy and sweet. Remember that pinch of sea salt, too.
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14. Gingersnap Cookies
Ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla bean paste all come together for these classic cookies perfect for the holidays. They’re not only tasty but most recipes also yield enough to share with friends. (If you need an added kick, toss in another serving of ginger!)
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15. Honey Cake
Of course you love honey! Of course you love cake! Now you can combine both for a truly sweet treat this fall. Cinnamon and brown sugar help tie this cake together, filling this moist dessert with the warm flavors you know and love.
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16. Candy Apples
Who doesn’t love candy apples during spooky season? Not only are they easy to make, but they’re also a versatile dessert. Dip your apples in caramel, drizzle them with chocolate, or coat them in sprinkles.
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17. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Sink your teeth in a positively autumnal cookie! Put a twist on this classic by mixing a little canned pumpkin in with your chocolate chips. You’re left with dozens of cookies packed with both chocolate and the taste of fall.
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18. Blondies
We’ve covered apples and cinnamon—now it’s time for butterscotch. Some brown sugar and vanilla help achieve the taste you’re after, easily tossed in with a handful of ingredients for this one-bowl recipe.
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19. Churros
Churros might inspire thoughts of summer food trucks but they’re just as fitting for fall. You don’t need more than a couple of ingredients to whip them up at home! Whether you choose chocolate or caramel for your dip, these cinnamon-coated sticks won’t be beat.
20. Apple Coffee Cake
What better dessert to munch on alongside some coffee? Granny Smith apples work best for this one, paired beautifully with vanilla yogurt, brown sugar, and cinnamon. We won’t judge if you help yourself to a second piece!
