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    Home » Seasonal & Holidays » Fall Recipes

    An Epic Fall Recipe Roundup

    Published: Sep 9, 2018 · Last modified: Nov 10, 2022 by Leslie Kiszka / This post may contain affiliate links.

    It’s no secret around here that I’m a total autumn gal. Give me cooler temps, apple picking and an excuse to snuggle up in big blanket scarves and cozy cardigans. I want the AC turned off, the pleasure of not quite needing the heat on, and the promise of chilly morning runs. 

    Now that we’re past Labor Day, I feel it’s within my rights to hawk ALL my favorite fall recipes. I’ll restrain myself from diving right into winter holidays, but just know… that’s gonna happen the day after Thanksgiving. It’s my holiday kick off ritual.

    Thanksgiving Day: Family, togetherness, thankfulness, lots of comfort food.

    Day after Thanksgiving Day: Christmas movies, putting up decorations and the tree, and making my inaugural batch of cranberry bliss bars. 

    But I digress. Today’s post is to give you all my favorite fall recipes so you can join me in autumnal food bliss.

     

    Drinks

     

    1. Cranberry Apple Sangria

    Cranberry Apple Sangria
    Cranberry Apple Sangria via WhitneyBond.com

    Get the recipe here and fill ‘er up!

    2. Fall Cider Sangria

    Fall Cider Sangria
    Fall Cider Sangria via vintagekitty.com

    How gorgeous would this look on your table? Get the recipe here.

    3. Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash

    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash
    Apple Cinnamon Whiskey Smash via hungerthirstplay.com

    I can tell you from personal experience that this drink is LEGIT. Get the recipe and make this immediately.

    4. Plum and Thyme Prosecco Smash

    Plum and Thyme Prosecco Smash
    Plum and Thyme Prosecco Smash via mydiaryofus.com

    How gorgeous is this drink? Make it now. No, seriously, right now.

    5. Apple Pie Moscow Mule

    Apple Pie Moscow Mule
    Apple Pie Moscow Mule via The Cookie Rookie

    It’s apple pie in a glass, how can you say no? If alcohol isn’t your thing, all you have to do is leave out the vodka for the perfect fall mocktail.

    Appetizers & Side Dishes

     

    1. Minestrone Cannellini Beans Pesto

    Minestrone Cannellini Beans Pesto
    Minestrone Cannellini Beans Pesto via sugarlovespices.com

    I feel warm and cozy already. Get this recipe here.

    2. Bacon Wrapped Kielbasa

    Bacon Wrapped Kielbasa
    Bacon Wrapped Kielbasa via stressbaking.com

    I don’t wanna brag, but these things are a guaranteed hit. However many you think you need for the party, triple it. Get the recipe here.

    3. Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

    Twice Baked Sweet Potato
    Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes via stressbaking.com

    We’ll call it a side dish, but I wouldn’t blame you if you wanted to treat this as dessert instead. Get the recipe here.

    4. Pureed Parsnips

    Pureed Parsnips
    Pureed Parsnips via hungerthirstplay.com

    I could eat these all day, every day. Get the recipe.

    5. Roasted Delicata Squash and Brussels Sprouts

    Roasted Delicata Squash and Brussels Sprouts: A fall side dish that will brighten any meal! Roasted delicata squash and brussels sprouts are topped with pomegranate arils for gorgeous pops of color. | stressbaking.com
    Roasted Delicata Squash and Brussels Sprouts via stressbaking.com

    It’s colorful and it’s delicious. No one is going to object to eating their veggies with this on their plates.

    6. Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash

    Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash
    Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash via countrysidecravings.com

    You really just can’t go wrong with roasted squash. Get the recipe.

    7. Cornbread and Bacon Stuffing

    Cornbread and Bacon Stuffing
    Cornbread and Bacon Stuffing via stressbaking.com

    If anyone tries to tell you stuffing is just for the holidays, you can kindly tell them where to stuff it. Get the recipe.

     

    Entrees

     

    1. Chili for a crowd

    Chili for a crowd
    Chili for a crowd via tarateaspoon.com

    … or for me on a Tuesday when I’m really hungry. Get Tara’s recipe here.

    2. Grilled Pork Chops with Apple Salsa

    Grilled pork chops with apple salsa
    Grilled pork chops with apple salsa via vintagekitty.com

    That apple salsa is calling my name! Get the recipe here.

    3. Cranberry Walnut Chicken Thighs

    Cranberry Walnut Chicken Thighs
    Cranberry Walnut Chicken Thighs via hungerthirstplay.com

    Thought cranberries were just for Thanksgiving and Christmas? New England cranberry bogs beg to differ, as does Lauren. Get the recipe here.

    4. Baked Mac and Cheese

    Baked Mac and Cheese: The perfect macaroni and cheese casserole! Rich and cheesy on the inside, crunchy homemade breadcrumbs on the outside. | stressbaking.com #macandcheese #casserole #cheese #cheesy #macaroniandcheese #pasta #comfortfood
    Baked Mac and Cheese via stressbaking.com

    Why yes, I do have mac and cheese listed as an entree and not a side. COME AT ME, BRO.

    5. Skillet Pot Pie

    Easy Skillet Pot Pie
    Easy Skillet Pot Pie via sallysbakingaddiction.com

    Let’s be honest… cold weather needs a good pot pie. Get Sally’s recipe here.

    6. Bratwurst and Red Cabbage

    Bratwurst and Red Cabbage: Smoky sauteed vegetables are combined with sweet and sour red cabbage to make the perfect partner to juicy, flavorful beer-soaked bratwurst! | stressbaking.com
    Bratwurst and Red Cabbage via stressbaking.com

    If the color alone isn’t convincing, the aroma while it’s cooking will. Use your favorite local brew to flavor the bratwurst and you’re off to the races. Get the recipe here.

     

    Desserts

     

    1. Caramel Apple Bread Pudding

    Caramel Apple Bread Pudding
    Caramel Apple Bread Pudding via whitneybond.com

    Ugh, I’m already drooling. Get the recipe.

    2. Brown Butter Pumpkin Cake Bites with Maple Glaze & Candied Pecans

    Brown Butter Pumpkin Cake Bites with Maple Glaze & Candied Pecans
    Brown Butter Pumpkin Cake Bites with Maple Glaze & Candied Pecans via feastinthyme.com

    Okay, these are freaking adorable. Make a batch and I dare you to not eat them all.

    3. Pumpkin Buttercream Cake

    Pumpkin Buttercream Cake
    Pumpkin Buttercream Cake via hungerthirstplay.com

    I think the word you’re looking for is RIDICULOUS. Get the recipe for this gorgeous cake here.

    4. Paleo Carrot Cake

    Paleo Carrot Cake
    Paleo Carrot Cake via stressbaking.com

    1) It doesn’t have to be paleo, but can easily be made so. 2) You’re welcome.

    5. Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

    Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
    Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars via sallysbakingaddiction.com

    It’s salted caramel and apple pie. Are you really going to say no?

    6. Candy Apples

    Candy Apples
    Candy Apples via mightymrs.com

    I won’t judge you for hiding them from the kids. Get the recipe.

    7. Paleo Nutella Swirled Pumpkin Bars

    Paleo Nutella Swirled Pumpkin Pie Bars: The perfect alternative to pumpkin pie! Homemade Nutella swirl through a thick layer of pumpkin pie filling, sitting atop a shortbread crust - you won't believe they're gluten free, dairy free, and paleo. | stressbaking.com
    Paleo Nutella Swirled Pumpkin Bars via stressbaking.com

    These are literally award winning, and pumpkin and Nutella is a total winning combination. 

    8. Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles

    Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles
    Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles via bowlofdelicious.com

    If you’re the type that can’t get enough pumpkin spice, trade in your next latte for these cookies.

    9. Paleo Apple Galette with Maple Drizzle

    Paleo Apple Galette: Tart apples combine with the sweet flavors of cinnamon, honey and coconut sugar, a crispy gluten free crust and a slightly nutty maple drizzle for the perfect fall dessert! | stressbaking.com
    Paleo Apple Galette via stressbaking.com

    A fan favorite, and SO. EASY. Get the recipe.

    10. Soft Maple Sugar Cookies

    Soft Maple Sugar Cookies
    Soft Maple Sugar Cookies via dearcrissy.com

    Maple is a staple in New England, but it really shines in the fall – especially in these cookies.

    11. Chocolate Beet Cake

    Chocolate Beet Cake
    Chocolate Beet Cake via stressbaking.com

    That’s right, beets in your dessert. And it’s absolutely divine. 

    More Fall Recipes

    • Soft Maple Sugar Cookies
    • Easy Apple Turnovers
    • Easy Apple Strudel Recipe
    • Baked Apple Cider Donuts
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    I'm the hot mess behind every recipe you see here! I use baking as an outlet for relieving stress and anxiety to provide you with approachable homemade recipes and a little humor, for good measure.

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    1. Jenna

      September 17, 2018 at 8:57 am

      I am with you! A total fall gal here. But you know what? For me, all the merrymaking of the winter holidays definitely starts this time of year because it’s like fall is one giant lead up to the holiday season full of crisp sparkly excitement and I love it so much.

      Reply
    2. EA The Spicy RD

      September 16, 2018 at 10:52 pm

      I pretty much want to eat every single thing~all these recipe look amazing! Happy almost fall!

      Reply
    3. Whitney Bond

      September 09, 2018 at 11:03 am

      I’m so excited for fall & to try ALL of these recipes!!

      Reply
      • Leslie Haasch

        September 09, 2018 at 11:34 am

        Me too! I figure if I do one recipe a day, that’ll keep me busy until Thanksgiving :)

        Reply

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