Is there anything better than fall baking? When it’s cool outside and you want something warm and cozy, these are our absolute favorite fall baking recipes, and we’re certain you’ll find something to love.
Our round up of fall dessert recipes include everything from pies and cookies to cheesecake and even cream puffs. Many of these are make ahead-friendly and perfect for bringing to group gatherings and holiday parties alike! We can’t wait to see which recipes you try first!
Salted Caramel Apple Slab Pie
Homemade salted caramel apple slab pie is such a fun way to feed a large group. Perfect all fall, but especially on Thanksgiving! Serve with vanilla ice cream or homemade cinnamon whipped cream. Each bite is better than the last!
Also check out: Triple berry spelt slab pie
Dulce De Leche Cheesecake
Hands down the most luscious and flavorful dulce de leche cheesecake ever. The chocolate chip cookie crust is foolproof, and the filling is oh so creamy and smooth. Simple, seriously impressive, and worth the effort!
Also check out: Key lime cheesecake parfaits
Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake
Homemade apple cinnamon bundt cake with salted caramel is all the best flavors of fall baking rolled into one recipe! Ground walnuts create a crispy exterior, while the swirled caramel sauce in the cake keeps it moist, light, and tender. You will make this again and again and again!
Also check out: Homemade cinnamon applesauce
Rosemary Shortbread Recipe
Homemade rosemary shortbread has just 5 ingredients and can be made entirely in a food processor, making it a quick, easy cookie to bake! Perfect year round, but especially during the holidays! This shortbread recipe will quickly become a family favorite for it’s sweet, yet savory taste, perfect crumbly texture, and short, hands off prep time!
Also check out: Rosemary roasted chicken with grapes and shallots
Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
The ultimate chocolate bourbon pecan pie to get you through the holiday season looking like a hero! Flaky pie crust, sweet, chewy pecan pie filling and chocolate chips. Top with fresh cinnamon whipped cream for the perfect light and sweet finish!
Also check out: Rye braised short ribs
Chocolate Raspberry Rugelach
The most buttery, delicious chocolate raspberry rugelach with a perfect cream cheese dough! The dough is made in a food processor, making these easier than you think. Instructions for freezing included!
Also check out: Double chocolate scones
No Bake Chocolate Mousse Pie
No-bake chocolate mousse pie is a creamy, refreshing way to end any meal. It’s topped with homemade lightly sweetened whipped cream and chocolate shavings, and uses the new walnut crust by Diamond of California. So quick, so chocolatey, and so simple!
Also check out: Easy chocolate chip monkey bread muffins
Italian Rainbow Cookies
These Italian rainbow cookies (also known as tri color cookies) require some extra TLC to assemble, but they’re really quite easy to make. Plus, they taste better than the cookies you buy at the bakery! Your whole family will go crazy over these homemade rainbow cookies!
Also check out: Dark Chocolate Chunk Browned Butter Blondies
Chocolate-Dipped BIscotti Cookies with Pecans
Chocolate-dipped biscotti cookies with pecans are simple to make, but easier to eat! Twice baked cookies are dipped generously in melted chocolate, then sprinkled with crunchy pecan pieces. Serve alongside a hot cup of coffee – perfect for dunking! – or give away to loved ones during the holiday season. Pro tip: make a double batch and freeze one for later!
Also check out: Dark Chocolate Cookie Butter Cookies and my friend Dee’s unbelievably delicious Almond Mandel Bread!
Pumpkin Dump Cake
Pumpkin Dump Cake is perfect for any fall gathering! It combines canned pumpkin puree and a spice cake mix, along with lots of chopped pecans and chocolate. It’s almost like a pumpkin pie and a cake in one, but easier! You’ll love this topped with homemade whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. A fall baking must make!
Also check out: Chocolate cherry dump cake
If you make any of these fall baking recipes, please let us know by leaving a review below or on the specific blog post!
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More dessert recipes to try!
- Chocolate Babka Parfaits
- Blueberry Dump Cake
- Toffee Matzo Crack
- Epic Peanut Butter Brownies
- Milk Bar’s Crack Pie
Let us know your thoughts!