20 Classic Fall Desserts
Fall is undoubtedly the prime season for baking. With cozy flavors like pumpkin spice, cinnamon, chai, and delectable seasonal fruits like apple and pumpkin taking center stage, you’re in for a treat.
This curated list of 20 Classic Fall Desserts promises to satisfy all your fall dessert cravings. From warm cinnamon-spiced apple pies to luxurious no-bake pumpkin cheesecakes, these fall recipes cater to both the novice cook and the seasoned kitchen chef.
Whether your heart desires the comforting embrace of caramel-drizzled brownies or classic pumpkin pie spice cookies, each recipe tells a tale of golden harvests, crackling fires, and cozy gatherings.
What are the most popular fall dessert flavors?
Fall desserts often highlight warm and cozy flavors such as pumpkin, apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, caramel, pecan, and chai.
No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake
This fall favorite No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake has a spicy gingersnap crust with a rich and creamy cheesecake filling. No oven, no fuss!
Self Saucing Chocolate Pudding
This easy Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding features a fluffy chocolate sponge cake with a thick chocolate sauce. Made in one bowl and baked in one dish, this is the ultimate classic dessert.
Blueberry Apple Crumble
Fruity and sweet Blueberry and Apple Crumble with a crispy golden crumble topping serves as a cozy warm dessert.
Pumpkin Pie Spice Cookies without Pumpkin Puree
Cozy up with Pumpkin Pie Spice Cookies – no pumpkin puree needed! These quick, easy spiced sugar cookies are your fall faves.
Classic Lemon Tart
This Classic Lemon Tart recipe features a silky lemon filling set in a buttery homemade shortcrust pastry crust. Serve it with fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar for a refreshing dessert!
Sticky Toffee Cake with Butterscotch Sauce
This delicious Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake with Butterscotch Sauce is an easy fall favorite dessert. It bakes in just 30 minutes and bathed in a rich toffee sauce!
Stewed Apple Crumble
Looking for a classic apple crumble with a twist? This Stewed Apple Crumble recipe boasts a tender stewed apple filling and a crispy oat topping. Perfect for any occasion, especially for festive celebrations!
Chocolate Bundt Cake
This Chocolate Bundt Cake, infused with cocoa and espresso, features a rich ultra-moist crumb and velvety dark chocolate ganache. Best enjoyed with whipped cream or fresh berries for a decadent treat!
Dairy-Free Chocolate Truffles
These easy 5 Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Truffles are made with cocoa powder and juicy Medjool dates. They’re rich and indulgent chocolate balls made without cream or coconut!
Mini Apple Pies
These Mini Apple Pies with Shortcrust Pastry are petite pies offering the timeless comfort of warm apple pie, elegantly resized for effortless serving and enjoyment.
Flourless Chocolate Cake
This Gluten-Free Flourless Chocolate Cake recipe is easy to make with 7 basic ingredients. It has a crispy meringue crust with a rich and fudgy center!
Lotus No-Bake Cheesecake
This Biscoff Lotus Cheesecake features a crust made from crushed Lotus biscuits, a creamy filling of cream cheese, double cream, and Biscoff spread, all crowned with a luscious topping of melted Biscoff and additional biscuit accents!
Rustic Apple Tart
This Simple Rustic Apple Tart has a buttery shortcrust pastry base filled with a spiced apple filling. Bakes for 40 minutes and is delicious when served warm with scoops of vanilla ice cream.
Pecan Shortbread Bars
If you love pecan pie, you’ll love these easy 6 ingredients Pecan Shortbread Bars. With a shortbread crust topped with pecans coated in a quick caramel sauce. These gooey pecan dessert bars are delicious!
One Bowl Applesauce Muffins
These Quick Applesauce Muffins with chocolate chips are deliciously soft and moist. Made in one bowl with 9 ingredients, these muffins will be ready in just 30 minutes!
Snickerdoodle Cookies without Cream of Tartar
Snickerdoodle Cookies Without Cream of Tartar are quick to make with chewy and soft centers and a crisp coating of cinnamon sugar, just like your traditional snickerdoodles but without the tang!
Jam and Lemon Curd Mini Tarts
These Easy Jam and Lemon Curd Tarts have a buttery shortcrust pastry base with traditional tartlet fillings of raspberry jam and lemon curd. Created with 6 ingredients, these mini fruit tarts are the perfect addition to tea parties and lunch boxes.
Spiced Cardamon Pears, Honey Yoghurt + Walnut Crumb
Glazed roasted pears served with a honey yogurt and walnut crumb. Quick and delicious!
Caramel Topped Chocolate Brownies
Caramel Chocolate Brownies are moist and gooey with an easy homemade caramel sauce poured over top of baked chocolate brownies. Decadent and delicious!
Cheesy Pumpkin Scones
These Easy Pumpkin Scones are moist, light, and fluffy cheese scones. Low in sugar and eggless healthy pumpkin scones made in one bowl & baked in 25 minutes!
