25 Easy Fall Desserts That Will Steal the Spotlight
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Fall is the perfect season for baking don’t you think, with its cool weather and abundance of delicious ingredients.
I love making tasty fall desserts for my family, inspired by the season’s rich flavors. From the warming pumpkin pie spices to the sweetness of apples, maple syrup and fall fruits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
In this collection of 25+ irresistible desserts, you’ll find a variety of fun & easy fall dessert recipes that kids (& adults) will love. Also perfect for fall bake sales, at home treats, Friendsgiving & Thanksgiving desserts, fall potluck desserts or all your fall dessert cravings.
Whether you’re a fan of pumpkin treats, comforting apple pie or indulgent chocolate mousse & pecan bars, these desserts will sweeten your week.
You’ll find recipes with some premade ingredients for super quick desserts, to completely homemade recipes that take just a bit more time (but not too much).
So, grab your apron and get ready to fill your home with the mouthwatering aromas of fall!
1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are everything you love about fall flavours in every creamy, pumpkin bite.
Made with a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth, rich cheesecake layer, which is topped with pumpkin pudding, it’s a one of the best fall desserts around.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
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2. Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Cream Cheese Icing
Cozy flavours of fall make these Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls a hit with all ages.
Combining the warmth of cinnamon, the richness of pumpkin, & maple cream cheese icing, this recipe offers a delightful twist on a classic favourite. Perfect for a fall breakfast or a sweet snack.
My kids always beg for this as an afternoon treat when their friends come over.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
3. Maple Cookies
As a Canadian, our love of maple syrup is in our blood.
These chewy Maple Cookies with pecans, are drizzled with maple glaze for a decadent, yet simple Fall treats.
If you’re a fan of cookies with soft, chewy insides, and a crispy outside, then this Fall cookie recipe is for you!
Get the recipe: Maple Cookies
4. Pumpkin Pie Cheescake With Pecans
We love cheesecake in our family, and there’s a cheesecake for every season.
This easy Pumpkin Pecan Pie Cheesecake is super delicious, easy to make, and is like a pecan pie had a baby with a pumpkin cheesecake. So mouthwateringly good.
Get the recipe: Easy Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake
5. Pumpkin Hand Pies
Bring out these adorable Pumpkin Hand Pies for Thanksgiving, Halloween Parties, or school treats for the kids.
Pumpkin Hand Pies take way less time to bake than a full pumpkin pie. And if you use store bought dough, that cuts down the time even more.
The ultimate kid-friendly Fall desserts.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Hand Pies
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6. Caramel Apple Cheescake Bars
Apples scream Fall to me, with memories of their sweet smell as my brothers & I picked up the fallen apples in my Grandparents orchard for pies, applesauce and other autumn treats.
These decadent caramel apple cheesecake bars take Fall treats to a whole other level. Creamy cheesecake, tart & sweet spiced apples, and a buttery oat streusel arefinished with a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Perfect for a Thanksgiving dessert table, bake sale treat or just because.
Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
7. No Bake Turkey Oreo Cookies
Turkey Oreo Cookies are an adorable Fall snack treat that both kids and adults will get a kick of.
They’re made with only a few simple ingredients, and take only 20 minutes to make. Perfect for last minute hosting, a fun activity to do with kids, or to bring to a Fall party or gathering.
They will definitely be gobbled up in no time!
Get the recipe: No Bake Turkey Oreo Cookies
8. Pumpkin Spice Roll Cookies
Swirled like a cinnamon roll but soft like your favorite pumpkin spice cookies, these cozy treats are a fall dessert win.
They come with a sweet maple glaze drizzle and just the right amount of spice to warm up any chilly afternoon.
Bake a batch for your next potluck or coffee break and watch them disappear faster than a crunchy leaf under a kid’s boot.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Spice Roll Cookies
9. Canadian Butter Tarts
Making Butter Tarts is one of our family’s tradition around the holidays for Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas. As well as for potlucks or special desserts when I am feeling inspired.
There’s an endless debate in our household between what’s better, butter tarts with pecans or raisins (my vote). But luckily this recipe uses both, so you don’t have to decide (but can leave out either if that’s your preference).
Skip the corn syrup and use maple syrup instead for true fall (and Canadian) flavours.
Get the recipe: Canadian Butter Tarts
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10. Caramel Apple Trifle Cups
These caramel apple trifle desserts layer spiced apples, whipped cream, and crushed cookies into cozy, no-bake fall perfection.
They’re one of those quick fall treats that look impressive but come together fast. You can make them in only 15 minutes, making them ideal for last-minute gatherings or weeknight dessert cravings.
Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Trifle Cups
11. Warm Apple Pie Dip
This warm apple pie dip brings the cozy flavors of fall into a creamy, crowd-pleasing treat topped with buttery streusel.
It’s the perfect fall apple dessert or sweet fall appetizer for game days, parties, or chilly nights in. Easy to make and endlessly dippable, it’s comfort food at its finest.
Get the recipe: Warm Apple Pie Dip
12. Fall Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
These Fall Pretzel Rods prove that desserts don’t have to be complicated to feel festive.
With just a handful of ingredients, milk chocolate, pretzel rods, sprinkles, and Reese’s Pieces you’ll have two crave-worthy versions ready in minutes.
They’re no-bake, kid-approved, and make the sweetest addition to any fall dessert table without the stress of baking. Simple, fun, and irresistibly snackable, they’re the kind of treat you’ll want on repeat all season long.
Get the recipe: Fall Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
13. Pecan Shortbread Cookies
Pecan Shortbread are a melt in your mouth cookie, with sweet pecans adding that bit of crunch, for a decadent treat all season long.
They’re a favorite cookie for fall gatherings, Christmas cookie trays, and as sweet Thanksgiving finger food treats.
Get the recipe: Pecan Shortbread Cookies
14. Pumpkin Pie Pudding Cups
Pumpkin Pie Pudding Cups are the ultimate lazy days dessert, for when you don’t want to make a crust. But still want the delicious pumpkin pie spice filling.
Gluten-free, and without eggs, it’s a great alternative for those will sensitivities.
A Fall lovers seasonal treat that reminds me of pumpkin spice lattes, only way better.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Pie Pudding Cups
15. Acorn Donut Holes
How cute are these Acorn Dount Holes.
Start with store bought or donut holes from your favourite local donut shop for a super easy recipe. Then get the kids help in dipping the tops with chocolate and sprinkles.
These would look great on a Fall charcuterie board too.
Get the recipe: Acorn Donut Holes
16. Mini Apple Cheesecake
Mini apple cheesecake bites are a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike.
They layer creamy cheesecake, tender apples, and crunchy oat topping into the perfect fall treat.
Bite-sized, mess-free, and totally irresistible.
Get the recipe: Mini Apple Cheesecake
17. Easy Chocolate Mousse
Is there ever a time when chocolate isn’t appropriate? I think not!
Chocolate Mousse is always a family favorite in our household, even with the pickier eaters of the family. If you’re looking for an easy dessert, that’s always a hit with all ages, then this is it.
Get the recipe: Easy Chocolate Mousse
18. Healthy Baked Apples
If you’re looking for apple desserts, Baked Apples are a healthy treat, when want something a little less refined sugar laden.
Start with the fresh apples of your choice, then bake them filled with an oat pecan crumble and you will have your home smelling like Fall in no time.
We prefer a tarter or crisper apple like Granny Smith or Pink Lady.
Get the recipe: Healthy Baked Apples
19. Gingersnap Pumpkin Cupcakes with Marshmallow Frosting
A definite crowd pleaser, these spiced pumpkin cupcakes with a gingersnap cookie crust and homemade toasty marshmallow frosting are a fun take on Autumn flavours.
Get the recipe: Gingersnap Pumpkin Cupcakes with Marshmallow Frosting
20. Best Apple Pie With Flaky Crust
Apple Pie with flaky crust has been an autumn staple in my household since I was a little girl.
I can remember sitting at the kitchen table with my brothers peeling endless apples into big green Tupperware bowls for pies, and applesauce.
This apple pie combines just the right amount of apples with sweetness, and a buttery flaky crust that is amazing.
Get the recipe: Best Apple Pie With Flaky Crust
21. Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
Satisy your sweet tooth with an easy fall dessert recipe.
I love snickerdoodles. There is something so nostalgic and delicious about these cinnamony sweet cookies.
I love them so much I decided to try a pumpkin version, to celebrate the fall season. While I am still more partial to the original version (sorry pumpkin lovers), these Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are definitely worth baking up in fall, especially if you love all things pumpkin spice.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
22. Grandma’s Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie
Grandma’s old-fashioned sweet potato pie is a timeless family treasure with a buttery, flaky crust and a creamy brown butter sweet potatoes filling that melts in your mouth.
Perfect for holidays or Sunday dinners, this soul food classic has been passed down for generations and is always a sought after recipe.
Made with love and simple pantry staples, this pie combines the best of traditional sweet potato pie and sweet potato casserole for a truly unforgettable dessert.
Get the recipe: Grandma’s Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie
23. Pumpkin Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect is the perfect fall dessert and antidote to cool weather, and pumpkin spice cravings.
I frequently make banana bread with cream cheese for my kids, so this pumpkin bread seemed like a no brainer recipe to try for the cool weather seasons. OMG, delicious.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Bread
24. Mini Pumpkin Croissants
What kid doesn’t like mini anything treats?
These tasty mini pumpkin croissants are filled with pumpkin purée and topped with a sweet and spiced frosting. Eat for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet Fall snack.
Get the recipe: Mini Pumpkin Croissants
25. Apple Crumble Cinnamon Rolls
Two Fall dessert favourites in one.
Cinnamon rolls + apple pie filling + streusel on top = delicious.
Cinnamon sauteed apples are baked inside the buttery cinnamon roll dough, then topped with cream cheese icing ( a must in our house) and a sweet crumbly struesel.
If you’re short on time, you could also use premade dough. Though if you have a bit of extra time, making this dough from scratch is extra yummy!
Get the recipe: Apple Crumble Cinnamon Rolls
26. Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip
Cream Cheese Caramel Apple dip is the perfect fall recipe for a quick snack or fun dessert for the kids or as an easy party food. Anything caramel will get my youngest eating more fruit.
All your favourite caramel apple flavours, without the hassle of making caramel apples.
Serve it alongside apple slices, pretzels, crackers, even chips for the more adventurous.
Get the recipe: Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip
27. Caramel Pumpkin Cookie Cups
This Caramel Pumpkin Cookie Cup recipe is the ideal go-to fall dessert when you need a quick dessert or easy treat!
These adorable bite-sized treats are easy to make and taste amazing, thanks to the perfect combo of caramel and pumpkin.
Just grab some premade sugar cookie dough, pumpkin puree, whipped topping, and caramel syrup, and you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dessert in no time.
Get the recipe: Caramel Pumpkin Cookie Cups
28. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Make this New England treat more fall ready with Pumpkin Whoopie Pies.
Two fluffy pumpkin spiced cookies are stuck together with cream cheese frosting for a kid friendly treat of epic proportions. They’re so fluffy they just melt in your mouth.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
29. Pecan Pie Bars
Chewy, crunchie and with a shortbread crust… these Pecan Pie Bars are everything one wants in a sweet dessert for fall.
Best part, you can have it in the oven in only 10 minutes.
Get the recipe: Pecan Pie Bars
30. Best Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar)
Fluffy twists of soft and fragrant cinnamon, with a hint of cardamom, make these Swedish Cinnamon Buns a divine combination.
Kids will love helping you make the knots, then of course eating all their hard work.
Get the recipe: Best Swedish Cinnamon Buns
31. Apple Struesel Cake
If you love fall baking as much as I do, this easy and super moist apple streusel cake is a must-try, featuring juicy apples, spiced brown sugar swirls, and a crunchy crumble topping.
Top it off with an apple cider glaze for the perfect autumn coffee cake. It’s foolproof, bursting with apples and cinnamon, and perfect for breakfast, dessert or holiday parties.
Get the recipe: Apple Struesel Cake
Related easy family friendly recipes to try next this Fall:
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- 30 Effortless Casseroles Even Better Than Mom Used To Make
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