Easy Fall Desserts

When the leaves start changing and there’s a crisp in the air, nothing beats the comfort of easy fall desserts that fill your kitchen with warm, seasonal aromas. These dessert recipes for fall celebrate the best of autumn’s harvest with cozy flavors like cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy pumpkin, and tart cranberries that perfectly capture the essence of the season. These best fall desserts will become your favorite thing about autumn.

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What makes fall baking so special is how seasonal ingredients like fresh pears, juicy cranberries, and sweet pumpkin puree transform simple pantry staples into something magical. Many of these dessert recipes for fall can be made ahead for busy holiday schedules. While others come together quickly when you need a last-minute treat for unexpected guests. The best fall desserts not only taste incredible but also make your home smell like a cozy autumn day.

Can’t get enough of seasonal sweets? You’ll definitely want to check out our bright and refreshing summer dessert recipes, plus our collection of super-easy Bisquick dessert recipes that everyone loves!

six cups of pumpkin custard and with whipped cream and nuts on top.

Why We Love These Dessert Recipes for Fall

The recipes use peak-season ingredients
Autumn’s harvest is full of apples, pears, pumpkin, and cranberries. These recipes incorporate them at their peak flavor.
Budget-friendly and practical
These easy fall desserts use affordable pantry staples and seasonal produce, plus many can be made ahead or frozen for busy schedules and unexpected company.
They create lasting memories
Nothing brings families together like the smell of cinnamon and spice wafting from the kitchen, making these desserts perfect for creating those special autumn moments everyone will remember.

Best Fall Desserts

Each of these best fall desserts brings out autumn’s amazing flavors without being complicated or intimidating to make. You’ll find the perfect recipe here for your next Thanksgiving dinner or potluck gathering. And honestly, you don’t need a special occasion, you deserve something delicious on any crisp fall evening!

pumpkin oatmeal chocolate chip cookies cooling on a wire rack.

Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies

These soft and chewy oatmeal pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are full of fall flavor and easy to make—no mixer needed!

Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Apple Cobbler with Cake Mix

Whip up this cozy apple cobbler with cake mix in no time! A warm, spiced dessert made with fresh apples—perfect for fall and easy to bake.

Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler

Apple cobbler with ice cream on top on a white plate.

Pumpkin Custard Pie

This pumpkin custard pie is silky, creamy, and packed with warm fall spices. Try this recipe for custard pumpkin pie for an easy holiday dessert!

Pumpkin Custard Pie Recipe

Baked pumpkin pie topped with chopped nuts.

Pumpkin Custard

This creamy pumpkin custard is an easy fall dessert you'll love! One of the best recipes for pumpkin custard—perfect for the holidays!

Pumpkin Custard Recipe

square photo of six cups of pumpkin custard and with whipped cream and nuts on top.

🎯 TFN Pro Tip

Stock Up on Fall Spices
Buy cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice in bulk at the beginning of fall season. Fresh spices make a huge difference in flavor, and you’ll use them constantly in dessert recipes for fall.

Plated slice of sourdough cake with remaining apple cake in a baking dish behind it.

Sourdough Discard Apple Cake

This easy sourdough discard cake is filled with apples, spice, and topped with a rich maple frosting. A delicious way to use your sourdough discard.

Sourdough Apple Cake

Plated slice of apple cake with pan behind it.

Apple Strawberry Crisp

Craving a fruity dessert? This apple strawberry crisp combines sweet, juicy fruit with a buttery, golden crisp topping for the perfect treat!

Fruit Crisp Recipe

a white ramekin of apple strawberry cobbler with vanilla ice cream on top, and a spoon ready to serve it.

Bisquick Apple Cobbler

Warm, comforting, and easy to make, this Bisquick apple cobbler features tender apples and a golden topping. Perfect for cozy nights!

Apple Cobbler with Bisquick

Pear Crumble

Enjoy a pear crumble with tender, sweet pears and a buttery, golden topping! This cozy dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings or a fall treat.

Pear Crumble Recipe

A plated pear dessert topped with whipped cream.

Apple Fritter Casserole

Make this easy and comforting apple fritter casserole for breakfast or brunch! It’s perfect for make-ahead mornings and special occasions.

Apple Fritter Bake

🎯 TFN Pro Tip

Don’t Overmix
Fall desserts often use hearty ingredients like pumpkin puree or applesauce. Mix the batter only until everything is combined. This keeps your treats tender instead of tough.

Serving of baked apple cobbler topped with whipped cream on a small dessert plate.

Serving Suggestions

Want to make these easy fall desserts feel extra special and homey? Serve warm apple crisp or cobbler with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce; it’s pure autumn comfort! For dinner parties, pair your desserts with cozy fall mains like our turkey tenderloin crock pot recipe, hearty beef stew, or Instant Pot pork and potatoes. A dollop of freshly whipped cream, a sprinkle of toasted pecans, or even a pinch of flaky sea salt can transform any simple dessert into something restaurant-worthy right in your own kitchen.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance can I make these fall desserts?

Most of these treats can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator. After a night of resting, cobblers and crisps become even more delicious. That’s when the flavors really come together.

What’s the best way to store leftover fall desserts?

Store most baked goods covered at room temperature for 2-3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap individual portions in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months – perfect for portion control and future cravings!

Are these desserts kid-friendly?

Absolutely! Most of these recipes feature familiar flavors that kids love, like cinnamon, apple, and vanilla. The natural sweetness from fruits means they’re not overly sugary either. Plus, kids love helping with simple tasks like mixing or sprinkling toppings!

A piece of pumpkin custard pie next to an pie with a slice cut out.

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