The air is getting crisper, the leaves are changing colors, and you know what that means—it’s time for cozy fall desserts! There’s nothing quite like a sweet treat to warm you up on a chilly autumn day. Here are 10 indulgent fall desserts you absolutely won’t want to miss.
As the temperatures drop, a warm apple pie fresh out of the oven is a classic comfort. Flaky crust enveloping sweet cinnamon-spiced apples—is there anything more quintessentially fall? For a twist, try an apple crisp with an oat and nut topping or bake mini apple pies in a muffin tin for a perfect single-serving treat.
Speaking of spice, pumpkin is another hallmark of autumn desserts. Pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin bread—the options are endless. For something a bit lighter but still full of flavor, whip up pumpkin custard in your slow cooker or pressure cooker. The creamy texture and notes of nutmeg are sure to satisfy.
For a cozy fall dessert that’s not too sweet, look no further than pecan pie. The gooey pecan-studded filling has just a touch of molasses and corn syrup to highlight the flavor of the nuts. Top it off with a generous dollop of bourbon whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Chocolate lovers will swoon over molten lava cakes, rich chocolate pots de crème, or decadent chocolate pecan pie. There’s something about chocolate that just feels right for fall. And is there a better pairing than chocolate and red wine? We think not.
Speaking of pairings, fall fruits like pears, cranberries, and figs are natural matches for many classic autumn spices. A pear and cranberry crisp, cranberry orange bread pudding, or honeyed figs with mascarpone cheese are simple but stunning options. The mix of sweet and tart fruit just can’t be beat.
For a fall-inspired crowd pleaser, look to maple. Maple bacon blondies, maple walnut pie, or maple bourbon bread pudding are all drool-worthy choices. The robust, earthy flavor of maple syrup is ideal for fall. Your guests will be asking for seconds!