Sweeten your autumn with these delicious fall treats. From pumpkin truffles to apple cider cupcakes, there are over twenty different mouthwatering desserts that capture the delicious flavors of the season.
In this roundup, I’ve gathered some of the best treat recipes that are both easy to make and incredibly delicious. You’ll find recipes for everything from fall cupcakes to fall cookies — each one perfect for celebrating the season and making great Thanksgiving treats! Kids and adults alike will enjoy making these desserts.
Whether you’re hosting a cozy fall gathering, preparing snacks for a festive event, or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with some autumn desserts, there’s a variety of top-rated fall-inspired recipes here for all occasions that are sure to become your new seasonal favorites.
So, beat the chilly weather by warming up your oven and whipping up a batch of these cozy treats.
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These are made with peanut butter Oreos and cream cheese. The mixture is shaped into adorable acorns, dipped in chocolate, and decorated with pretzel sticks and chocolate sprinkles. This simple yet creative recipe results in a nutty, creamy, and chocolatey treat that everyone will love. The detailed instructions ensure even beginners can achieve professional-looking results.
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These are a fun and delicious twist on a fall classic, perfect for Thanksgiving parties or casual snacking. Each slice is dipped in melted chocolate. Once the chocolate is set, they are drizzled with caramel and optional toppings like nuts or sprinkles. These easy-to-make treats are a hit with both kids and adults.
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This one combines classic Rice Krispie texture with the fun colors of candy corn. It is made by preparing traditional Rice Krispie treats and adding orange gel coloring. The treats are then cut into triangles. Each piece is dipped in dark chocolate on one end and white chocolate on the other, creating a festive look reminiscent of candy corn. Perfect for parties or as a fun family activity for kids, these are sure to be a hit!
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These mini apple pies are portable and delicious. Featuring a rustic, flaky crust filled with sweet apple filling, they capture the essence of traditional American apple pie. This versatile recipe allows for customizing with different pie fillings, making it perfect for using any seasonal fruit. These hand pies are easy to make, eliminating much of the work of a full pie.
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These combine the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the cozy pumpkin pie spices. The truffles are made with canned pumpkin, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice, then thickened with graham cracker crumbs and white chocolate. Shaped into tiny pumpkins, they are rolled in sugar and topped with a chocolate chip stem. Easy to make and super cute, they are perfect for Halloween parties or Thanksgiving dessert tables.
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This snack mix combines caramel corn, Shreddies cereal, mini pretzels, candy corn, candy pumpkins, Reese’s Pieces, and mini Rolos. It offers a delicious combination of sweet and salty flavors. It’s very easy to prepare and makes great Halloween party food. For added fun, portion it into bags with orange ribbon for a Halloween treat bag.
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These are an adorable and easy fall treat, perfect for Thanksgiving. Made with Hershey’s Kisses, mini Nilla Wafers, and mini chocolate chips, they require no baking. The process involves attaching the chocolate components with melted chocolate, creating a cute acorn shape. These treats are great for kids and can be customized with different “glues” like frosting or peanut butter.
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This adorable and tasty treat combines the flavors of pumpkin pie with the convenience of a handheld snack. It is made by filling pumpkin-shaped pie crusts with a spiced pumpkin puree mixture and baking them to golden perfection. A lollipop stick adds a fun, kid-friendly touch, while a drizzle of maple sugar glaze elevates the flavor. Perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall celebration, these pops are both easy to make and delightful to eat.
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This is a festive and fun Halloween snack that’s perfect for parties. These treats combine classic Rice Krispies with melted marshmallows and tinted orange with food coloring. Shaped into little pumpkins, each treat is topped with half a Tootsie Roll for the stem and a piece of green Fruit Roll-Up for the leaf.
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These fluffy and flavorful donuts are made with pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. After baking, they are brushed with melted butter and coated in cinnamon sugar. They are ready in under 30 minutes, making them a quick and simple dessert. Perfect for a cozy autumn breakfast or sweet treat, these donuts can also be made in a muffin tin or as donut holes.
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These are made from classic sugar cookie dough and colored with food dye to create a marbled effect that mimics fall foliage colors. The dough is rolled out and cut into leaf shapes using cookie cutters, then sprinkled with sanding sugar for a sparkling finish. They not only taste delicious but also add a colorful and seasonal touch to any fall gathering.
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This dessert features layers of cinnamon apples, caramel sauce, cinnamon granola, and cinnamon whipped cream. The no-bake recipe combines the textures and flavors of crunchy granola, soft apples, and creamy whipped topping, all infused with warm autumn spices. These trifles are easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making them ideal for both small family treats and larger gatherings. Their beautiful presentation in individual cups adds an elegant touch to any autumn celebration.
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For these fritters, deep-fried dough is filled with diced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples and spiced with cinnamon. The fritters are drizzled with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, creating a sweet and crispy exterior. These easy-to-make fritters are perfect for enjoying with a hot cup of coffee and can be made in under 30 minutes.
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This rich, creamy dip tastes just like pumpkin cheesecake. It is made with pumpkin puree, cream cheese (or coconut cream for a vegan option), cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and a sweetener of your choice. It’s perfect for serving with graham crackers, apple slices, or pretzels. The dip only takes five minutes to whip up, making it a great last-minute party food.
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These no-bake dessert cups are perfect for apple season. These easy-to-make treats feature a vanilla wafer crust topped with layers of salted caramel mousse and cinnamon-spiced apples, all finished with a drizzle of salted caramel sauce. The combination of sweet, tart, and salty flavors makes these dessert cups irresistible. Their portable nature adds convenience, making them ideal for autumn parties and gatherings.
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This cupcake recipe has a moist and fluffy pumpkin-flavored base. Made with simple ingredients like pumpkin puree, fall spices, and a touch of vanilla, they capture the essence of autumn in every bite. The cupcakes are topped with a luscious cinnamon cream cheese frosting, adding a creamy and slightly tangy finish that perfectly complements the spiced pumpkin.
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These buttery, moist fall treats feature the cozy, sweet flavor of pure maple syrup. The shortbread dough, made with simple ingredients like butter, flour, and sugar, is enhanced with maple extract for an extra depth of flavor. Once baked to a light golden brown, they are topped with a smooth, sweet maple glaze that sets perfectly.
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This fall snack requires only three ingredients and 10 minutes to prepare. These adorable treats combine the salty crunch of pretzels with a sweet chocolate coating shaped to resemble pumpkins, making them perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Kids will enjoy helping with this fun and easy recipe. They also make cute gifts when packaged in a treat bag.
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These are the epitome of fall flavors, combining the sweetness of apple cider with the warmth of brown sugar and cinnamon. Each bite delivers a burst of spiced apple goodness, making these cupcakes an ideal treat for any fall gathering. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar or an apple slice for an extra touch of autumn charm.
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