17 Easy Fall Dessert Recipes

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From cozy apple crisp to cute Halloween treats, this collection of 17 easy fall dessert recipes has everything you need to celebrate the season. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or just craving pumpkin spice, these simple and delicious treats are exactly what you need!

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Fall is the perfect time of year for baking. The weather is finally cooling off (unless you live in southern California like I do, and then we just pretend it is) and the people yearn for warm spices and sweet treats. This collection of fall dessert recipes features all things pumpkin, apples, cinnamon and spice.

And as an added bonus, most of them are incredibly easy to make. I’ve made them all myself in my normal little kitchen in my normal little house with normal ingredients from the normal local grocery stores.

What I’m getting at is this-if I can make these fall desserts, so can you. I promise.

Cozy Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

I’ll start off with some of my favorite dessert recipes featuring pumpkin. Although I’m more of an apple girl when fall comes around, I’m aware that pumpkin spice reigns supreme. 🙂

Pumpkin Dump Cake

If you love the flavors of pumpkin pie, but don't want the hassle of dealing with pie crust, this is the recipe for you! Just dump and bake-DONE!

Get the recipe for Pumpkin Dump Cake

closeup on slice of layered pumpkin dump cake

Turtle Pumpkin Pie

Sitting on top of a layer of caramel and pecans, this no bake Turtle Pumpkin Pie is a delicious twist on a holiday classic.

Get the recipe for Turtle Pumpkin Pie

slice of pie on stack of white plates with whole pie in the background

Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Welcome fall with this deliciously moist Pumpkin Sheet Cake! The cream cheese frosting complements pumpkin cake perfectly. It's also perfect for freezing!

Get the recipe for Pumpkin Sheet Cake

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Pumpkin Roll

It's not fall without a pumpkin roll! Learn how to make a traditional Pumpkin Roll with step-by-step photos and instructions.

Get the recipe for traditional Pumpkin Roll

No Bake Pumpkin Pie

This no-bake triple layer pumpkin pie is an easy semi-homemade recipe that wows with its beautiful triple layer design.

Get the recipe for No Bake Pumpkin Pie

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Crockpot Express Pumpkin Cake

Bursting with pumpkin flavor and topped with a rich and smooth ganache, you'd never know this dessert recipe was made in the pressure cooker!

Get the recipe for Crockpot Express Pumpkin Cake

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Easy Apple Desserts

Now it’s time to move onto that slightly sweet, slightly tart fruit that pairs so well with warm spices: the apple! Bring on the caramel toppings-here are some of my personal fall favorites.

Apple Pie Monkey Bread

Made with homemade yeast dough (or frozen dinner roll dough as a shortcut), Apple Pie Monkey Bread is layered with apple pie filling and held together with a delicious buttery syrup.

Get the recipe for Apple Pie Monkey Bread

monkey bread with glaze on a platter, with pieces removed onto a plate

Upside Down Apple Pie

Turn regular old apple pie on its head with this sticky and delicious Upside Down Apple Pie! It’s the perfect companion to pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving dinner.

Get the recipe for Upside Down Apple Pie

Crockpot Express Apple Crisp

Skip the oven and make Crockpot Express Apple Crisp instead. The apples are perfectly cooked, creating a delicious sauce that's covered up with a buttery oat topping.

Get the recipe for Apple Crisp made in the pressure cooker

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Crockpot Apple Cinnamon Dump Cake

Only five ingredients go into this delicious Crockpot Apple Cinnamon Dump Cake. Bring it to the next potluck or holiday dinner-just don’t forget the ice cream!

Get the recipe for Crockpot Apple Dump Cake

cooked apple cinnamon dump cake topped with ice cream on a white plate

Fried Apples: Cracker Barrel copycat recipe

Apples, butter, sugar, and warm spices all blend together to make this simple treat that's the epitome of a cozy fall evening by the fire.

Get the recipe for Fried Apples

Cute Halloween and Thanksgiving Treats

We don’t want to leave the kids out, especially when so many parties and events in the fall are family focused. These are perfect treats to serve at Fall Festivals, Trunk-or-Treat gatherings, Halloween parties, class parties, or on the kids’ table at Thanksgiving this year. (Go ahead, take one for yourself-they are fun!)

Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

The cute little pumpkins are an easy twist on the classic Rice Krispies treat. Add some quick candy decorations and they make any fall table looks festive.

How to make Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins

Rice Krispie Treat Turkey Treats

These Turkey Treats are perfect for class parties, the kids’ table for Thanksgiving or just as a fun activity to do in the kitchen with your kids!

How to make Turkey Treats

Turkey Leg Treats

A fun twist on the classic Rice Krispies treat, these Turkey Leg Treats are a fun Thanksgiving dessert for kids and adults alike!

How to make Turkey Leg Treats

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Chocolate Acorn Cupcakes

Chocolate and peanut butter come together to make easy, fall-inspired cupcakes

Get the recipe for Chocolate Acorn Cupcakes

Chocolate and peanut butter come together to make easy, fall-inspired Chocolate Acorn Cupcakes!

Easy Apple Shaped Cupcakes

These Apple Shaped Cupcakes are perfect for Back to School celebrations or Teacher Appreciation Day.

How to make Apple Shaped Cupcakes

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Halloween Giant Cookie Cake

With delicious candy toppings and spiderweb icing, this chocolate chip Halloween Giant Cookie Cake is the perfect mix of spooky and sweet!

Get the recipe for Halloween Giant Cookie Cake

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Whether you are throwing a spooky Halloween bash, hosting a big Thanksgiving feast, or just baking a quick weeknight treat for your family, I hope these easy fall desserts bring a little extra sweetness to your season!

Leave a comment below and let me know which recipe you are making first. And if you bake one of these treats, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram or Pinterest-I absolutely love seeing your creations!