Browse this collection of my favorite fall baking recipes shared here on the blog over the years. Whether you're looking for cookies, cakes, pies, or muffins, this list has you covered for all things pumpkin, apple, and spice.
FALL | Updated June 27, 2023
Do you find yourself wanting to stock up on baking supplies and spend more time in the kitchen when fall gets here?
Something about the flavors of the season, cooler weather, and spending time back indoors makes me hungry for homemade treats packed with pumpkin, apple, nuts, and spice. Right now, I'm working on my grocery list so I'm sure to have everything I need for this year's cookies, pies, and muffins, oh my!
Over the years I've shared quite a few different recipes perfect for the autumn season and am working on more for the coming weeks. Keep scrolling to see over 15 of my favorite fall baked goods to get you started thinking about your own seasonal baking!
BEST COOKIES, CAKES, MUFFINS, AND MORE FOR FALL
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Fall Cookies
One of my all-time favorite fall cookies - These Pumpkin Ginger Molasses Cookies are so soft and packed full of all the flavors I want to eat in the fall. I especially love the sugary coating on the outside of each tasty bite sized treat.
The only recipe for Soft Pumpkin Cookies you'll ever need. These are a perfect taste of fall with orange and spice wrapped into one delicious bite and topped with a smooth brown butter glaze.
Who doesn't love a chocolate chip cookie? These "fall" inspired Apple Chocolate Chip Cookies use applesauce and apple pie spice in place of some of the ordinary ingredients giving them a unique apple flavor.
Another traditional cookie gets a fall twist with these Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies that are filled with fresh chopped apples, unsweetened applesauce, and golden raisins.; Plus, you'll love the added flavor from the drizzle of glaze on top.
Another fall cookie I make again and again are these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies. And this post is filled with tips for making sure you take perfect bakery-style cookies out of the oven each and every time.
These Pumpkin Pie Biscotti have the traditional biscotti crunch with all the flavors of fall. Filled with a blend of pumpkin puree, toasted pecans, and pumpkin pie spice, they are the perfect served alongside a hot cup of coffee on a fall morning. And who doesn't love a drizzle of white chocolate?
Tired of all things pumpkin? These Vanilla Walnut Rugelach Cookies are the perfect alternative with a buttery dough wrapped around a cinnamon walnut filling.
Fall Cakes
Whether you make this Apple Cider Pound Cake in a bundt pan for something fancy or a traditional loaf pan, it is the perfect fall treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast OR dessert (or anytime in between!).
Enjoy a large slice of this Glazed Pumpkin Coffee Cake for a fancy fall breakfast with your morning cup of coffee.
This semi-homemade Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake could not be any easier as it uses a boxed cake mix and packet of dry pumpkin pudding mix. It is baked in a 9x13 inch pan, so it is perfect to take along to a fall party for guests as well.
Fall Pies + Cheesecakes
Tart cranberries combined with fresh Granny Smith apples and cinnamon make this Apple Cranberry Pie that is bursting with flavor. But it is the smooth pastry cream layered between the crust and fruits that makes this pie something special.
Although it has the look and texture of an ordinary pumpkin pie, this recipe for Apple Butter Pie substitutes apple butter in place of pumpkin puree for a sweet apple flavor that can't be beat this fall.
This Apple Danish Cheesecake is sure to please your taste buds with its delicious crust made with walnuts and almond extract and is topped with a mixture of sliced tart apples, cinnamon, and nuts.
Need an alternative to the ordinary pumpkin pie for the season? This Ultimate Pumpkin Cheesecake has three different layers of filling swirled together on top of a gingersnap crust.
For the Best Pumpkin Pie, you must cook the pumpkin puree with the spices before mixing the rest of the ingredients together. This recipe explains everything you need to know about making this traditional pie, along with how to get a fancy crust even using refrigerated pie crust!
Fall Muffins
You might as well start an autumn morning off right with a good fall-flavored breakfast. These Pumpkin Spice Cranberry Muffins have lots of good pumpkin flavor with a pop of tartness from the cranberries that you'll love.
A basic apple flavored muffin is transformed with a spicy crumb topping and fresh baked apple chip. Not only do these Rustic Apple Muffins make a delicious breakfast, but they can be paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a great fall dessert.
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