Everyone knows that pumpkin and cinnamon baked goods are a staple this season, and we’ve found the best recipes for you to make from scratch this Fall. Whether you’re looking for the perfect dessert to bring to Thanksgiving dinner or just looking to pass the time and fix a pumpkin craving, we’ve got you covered!
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pumpkin Cookies
This pumpkin cookie recipe from Better Homes & Gardens Test Kitchen is a delicious treat that combines pumpkin with a blend of warm spices. This easy-to-follow recipe only takes roughly 40 minutes to make and yields about 60 cookies. You’ll enjoy the delightful combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg in every bite, and the brown sugar icing on top adds a sweet finishing touch. Perfect for pumpkin enthusiasts!
Cinnamon Crackle Cookies
These Cinnamon Crackle Cookies by Taste of Home are a delightful treat that brings together the warm and comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. The recipe, created and perfected over many years, yields approximately seven dozen cookies, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays or year-round. The cookies are soft and sweet with a slightly crispy exterior, and freeze well for your convenience. Enjoy the wonderful blend of cinnamon, citrus zest, and other ingredients in every bite.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert that captures the essence of fall in each bite. The recipe, a hit at any holiday party, features a buttery pecan crust, a creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling, and a crunchy pecan topping. With a perfect blend of spices and the richness of the cream cheese filling, these bars are sure to be a favorite at any autumn gathering. You’ll find it easy to make and perfect for celebrating the flavors of the season. Find the full recipe here.
Iced Oatmeal Cookies
These Iced Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious, soft and spice-infused autumn treat, drizzled with a sweet, hardening icing finish. Perfect for on-the-go snacking, these cookies offer a comforting blend of molasses and dark brown sugar, giving them a chewy, fall-inspired taste. You can make them ahead and enjoy the taste of autumn throughout the season. Stored in an airtight container, they stay fresh at room temperature for about a week. Relish the flavors of the season with this classic recipe!
Apple Cider Doughnuts
Apple Cider Doughnuts are an iconic fall treat that encapsulates the essence of a day spent apple picking. This recipe from The Pioneer Woman uses apple cider and a secret ingredient, apple butter, to infuse rich apple flavor. A coating of apple pie spice sugar adds the perfect autumn touch. You can fry or bake these doughnuts, with the best experience achieved when they’re freshly made and warm. You can even prepare the apple cider reduction in advance and combine it with apple butter for added convenience. These doughnuts are a delicious taste of fall, suitable for any autumn occasion, delivering a delightful, cozy flavor of the season.
Pumpkin Bread
Pumpkin Bread is a classic fall recipe that perfectly represents a taste of autumn. This delightful treat is simple to make, requiring just mixing and stirring. It fills your home with the sweet aroma of autumn spices. This quick bread can also be transformed into muffins with a crunchy pecan streusel topping, making it versatile and timeless. It’s a heartfelt recipe that embodies the warm flavors of fall. Find the full recipe by Jenn Segal here.
As Fall embraces us with its changing colors and cozy weather, the time for pumpkin and cinnamon delights has arrived, and these recipes are the best way to ring in the season. From melt-in-your-mouth pumpkin cookies to the comforting flavors of classic pumpkin bread, these recipes are your gateway to the season’s essence. Happy Autumn, everyone!
