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25 Best Fall Recipes Using Pumpkin, Apples, Pears & More

Fall brings some of the best flavors of the year: pumpkin, apples, pears, squash, cranberries, and warm spices. Whether you're planning a family dinner, baking for a get-together, or trying something new with seasonal produce, these 25 recipes are my favorites.

 

Caramel Apple Whoopie Pies

A twist on my Gram’s classic whoopie pies, filled with caramel-coated apples and marshmallow filling. Perfect for weekend baking or sharing with friends.

Cider Bacon Chicken 

Tender chicken in sweet-tart apple cider with savory bacon. A quick weeknight winner.

Pear Crisp Ice Cream

A refreshing dessert combining baked pears and creamy ice cream.

Apple Cranberry Pecan Overnight Oats

Grab-and-go breakfast with apples, tart cranberries, and brown sugar-coated pecans in creamy oats.

Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

A quick blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves—perfect for oatmeal, coffee, smoothies, or pumpkin pie.

 
I always keep puff pastry on hand for last-minute baking emergencies. This strudel fills the house with apple and caramel goodness, and yes—you’ll totally sneak a slice before dinner.
 
 
 
Roasted carrots glazed with apple cider for a naturally sweet side dish.


Bacon Pear Salad with Parmesan Dressing

Crisp pears and smoky bacon topped with Parmesan dressing. A quick lunch or simple dinner option.



Soft, buttery scones with ripe pear chunks, ideal for breakfast or an afternoon treat.

  

Apple Spiced Tea

A warm sip with apple and spice. Great by the fire or with a splash of Fireball.


Quinoa Stuffed Squash Boats

Delicata squash filled with quinoa, dried cranberries, chickpeas, and pepitas. Makes a hearty vegetarian main or side. 



Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

One of the most pinned recipes on the blog. These oats combine fresh apples and warming cinnamon for a quick, flavorful breakfast. Great for busy mornings.

 

 

Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

 This one is the hit of our holiday dinners.  Even people who say they hate sweet potatoes love it!

 

Cranberry Apple Quick Bread with Coffee Glaze

 Grated apples add moisture while dried cranberries give a pop of tartness. Coffee glaze ties it together.


 

 Crunchy Maple Glazed Squash

Delicata squash with maple, thyme, and a light panko topping. Even picky eaters enjoy it.



Pumpkin Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins

Fall flavors meet garden zucchini in these moist, chocolate-studded muffins.


  Apple Cider Tea Madeleines

Plain, dusted with confectioner's sugar, or glazed, they'll be a hit however you serve them up!



Pumpkin Seed Cranberry Biscotti

Crunchy, nutty biscotti loaded with tart cranberries and toasted pumpkin seeds. Perfect for dipping in coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.



Granny Smith Pizza

Thin crispy dough, bacon, candied nuts, cheese, marinated chicken, and of  course, apples!


Ginger Pear Muffins

My mom’s recipe updated with pears and crystallized ginger for extra flavor.

 

Apple Chicken Stew

 Colorful and flavorful, filling without being heavy. I know it sounds weird, but it's absolutely delicious!


 

 One of my favorite ways to eat squash is roasted, I just love the texture, and you can fill them with so many awesome things, like cranberries!

Pretzel Topped Sweet Potatoes

Sweet, salty, crunchy, smooth, this one hits on all 8 cylinders.  Serve it up family style or in individual ramekins if you want to be fancy. 


We're big fans of maple syrup and combined with honey and orange it makes the most amazing cranberry sauce!

Spiced apple muffins topped with a buttery crumble. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
 
 

 ABC Sheet Pan Dinner

I love how easy sheet pan dinners are to make and also to clean up.  It's also a great way to use up various veggies you have on hand!


 

 Cranberry Sweet Potato Muffins

Not overly sweet, these muffins are great plain, but also excellent griddled and spread with a little cream cheese.

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Break out your slow cooker for a delicious breakfast! Some glazed pecans, some Craisins and a few pepitas and some maple syrup really put it over the top.

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