When the air gets crisp and the leaves start to change color, I find myself craving all the comforting, cinnamon-spiced, apple-and-pumpkin-filled treats I can get my hands on.
These fall treats and dessert recipes are just the thing to bake up on a chilly afternoon, whether you’re having friends over, hosting a Thanksgiving party, or just treating yourself with something sweet.
From creamy parfaits and rustic pastries to soft cookies and delicious cinnamon puddings, each recipe on this list is full of all the flavors we love this time of year.
If you’re looking for something easy to make that comes with a little nostalgia, these fall treats are sure to hit the spot.
Apple and Ricotta Phyllo Parcels
Crispy phyllo pastry wraps around a creamy mix of ricotta and applesauce for a simple yet elegant fall treat that’s perfect warm from the oven.
Apple Puff Pastry Rolls With Ricotta
These cozy apple puff pastry rolls are filled with cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy ricotta, and crunchy walnuts. They’re a warm, flaky dessert that doubles as a snack.
Pumpkin Sugar Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting
Classic sugar cookies get a fall twist with the addition of pumpkin, warm spices, and a swirl of cream cheese frosting. A sprinkle of cinnamon on top makes them extra special and totally dessert-worthy.
Applesauce Cookies With Cream Cheese Frosting
These wholesome apple cookies are made with applesauce, wholemeal flour, and a hint of coconut sugar, then finished with a dreamy cream cheese frosting and crushed walnuts for crunch. They look incredibly beautiful, so they make the perfect Halloween or Thanksgiving party dessert.
Bread Cups With Ricotta Filling & Homemade Applesauce
These toasty little bread cups are filled with whipped ricotta and a spoonful of homemade applesauce, making them a creative, handheld treat that’s both fun and satisfying.
Pumpkin Dip With Cream Cheese
This creamy, spiced pumpkin dip is made with Greek yogurt and cream cheese and pairs perfectly with apples, pears, vanilla wafers, or pretzels. It’s the kind of dessert that is always a hit at fall gatherings.
Cinnamon Apple Rice Pudding
A creamy blend of whipped ricotta and heavy cream, rice, and cinnamon apples makes this rice pudding extra delicious and indulgent. It’s just sweet enough with the right balance of spices, and is perfect for any fall dessert table this season.
Applesauce Cookies With Chocolate Peanut Butter Frosting
These soft, cake-like cookies are made with applesauce and topped with a rich chocolate peanut butter frosting. They’re perfect with a cup of coffee or as an after-school treat.
Pumpkin Cookies With Cream Cheese Icing
These soft pumpkin cookies are made with wholemeal flour and sweetened with coconut sugar, then topped with tangy cream cheese icing and crushed walnuts for a little extra crunch.
Healthy Apple Parfait Dessert
Layers of whipped ricotta and cream with tender stewed apples and dates make this parfait dessert taste and feel totally indulgent, but it’s actually a light and low-calorie fall treat. It’s the perfect choice if you’re looking for something on the lighter side.
