15+ Delicious fall Desserts

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Discover 15 delicious fall desserts to cozy up with this season, from apple pie and pumpkin cupcakes to healthy pumpkin treats and comforting apple crumbles.

Fall is my favorite time of year, and it makes me crave cozy kitchens, the smell of cinnamon, and apple slice-filled pie pans. As soon as the air turns crisp, I switch gears from light summer fruit to sweet potatoes, pumpkin puree, and warm spices.

Fall is my favorite season, not just for the foliage and oversized scarves but for the absolute best fall desserts that fill my oven (and let’s be honest, my belly) with joy.

Growing up in Poland, fall desserts were simpler, less sugary, more fruit. But now, with Colorado autumns and pumpkin lovers everywhere, I’ve got my own spin on the sweetest autumn treats, combining classic flavors with nutrient-dense ingredients. I’m always balancing indulgence with nourishment—because delicious treats should also make you feel good.

As a chef and nutrition consultant, I believe the most comforting fall dessert doesn’t have to be overloaded with refined sugar or processed ingredients to taste incredible. You can absolutely enjoy easy fall treats that are both decadent and nourishing, evoking nostalgia at the same time. My clients love that these desserts support wellness goals while satisfying cravings—whether it’s for rich chocolate, apple desserts, or a moist pumpkin cake straight from the oven.

Now let’s talk about my favorite fall desserts and some great recipes you’ll want to make all fall season long.

Delicious Fall Desserts

1. Gluten-Free Apple Pie

A flaky crust with just the right amount of brown sugar and lemon juice-tossed cinnamon-spiced apples. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and call it the perfect fall dessert.

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2. Tigernut and Pumpkin Waffles

Earthy, toasty, and a perfect addition to your weekend brunch line-up. These waffles taste like a cross between pumpkin spice cake and a crunchy cookie.

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3. Orange Cranberry Muffins

Bright and tangy from fresh cranberries, with a cozy citrus note that cuts through chilly autumn evenings. I keep a batch of these on the counter for those “school bake sale treats” emergencies.

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4. Cranberry Tart

A ruby-red beauty with a zingy filling and golden crust—halfway between apple galette and citrus pie. A celebration of tart and sweet that looks stunning on any family gathering table.

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5. Gluten-Free Honey Almond Cake With Wild Blueberries

Soaked in maple syrup and scattered with berries, this cake is soft and sticky with those rich flavors you crave this time of year. Pairs well with a mug of apple cider donuts… I mean cider.

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6. Hazelnut Pumpkin Pancakes

Nutty and warm, these are a dreamy breakfast-for-dessert option. Like pumpkin cinnamon rolls had a wholesome European cousin.

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7. Macadamia Pumpkin Butter

Spread this on everything. Creamy, dreamy, sweet, and spiced, this butter turns even toast into a delicious fall dessert.

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8. No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

Ultra creamy, chilled, and fragrant with pumpkin pie spice. It’s one of those easy fall desserts that feels like cheating—but tastes like a win.

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9. Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

High-protein, luscious, and surprisingly light. This is the kind of sweet treat that makes people ask for the recipe before they’ve even swallowed.

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10. Pumpkin S’mores Cupcakes

Swirls of marshmallow, bits of dark chocolate, and that smoky campfire vibe packed into a cupcake. Basically the perfect fall treat for the wild at heart.

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11. Seabuckthorn Berry Sorbet

A tart, vitamin C-packed refresher to cut through all the spice and richness. The color alone is enough to brighten any fall dessert repertoire.

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12. Seabuckthorn Berry Tartlets

These mini tarts are sweet, sour, and sophisticated. Their zing balances out all the usual suspects like pecan pie or pumpkin bars.

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13. Tigernut Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

Crumbly edges, gooey centers, and melty chocolate chips. Think pumpkin chocolate chip cookies but in muffin form, and maybe even better.

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14. Spicy Mexican Cacao Truffle

Deep rich chocolate with a slow chili heat that builds like a sunset. A single truffle is a complete delicious fall treat experience.

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15. Pumpkin Ice Creams

Churned or no-churned, these are a must-have for pumpkin lovers. Serve it with apple crumble or apple dumplings and try not to cry.

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16. No-Bake Cheesecake with Coffee Syrup

Creamy and cool with bitter-sweet coffee notes—it’s like fall met your favorite café dessert. A true sweet potato pie alternative for coffee fans.

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17. Homemade Rose Marshmallows

Fluffy, floral, and unlike anything from a bag. Roast these over a fire with a batch of candy corn cookies and never look back.

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18. Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Balls

Not exactly a “dessert,” but let’s be honest—they hit that sweet treat craving spot hard. I keep these chilled in a jar for sneaky snacking.

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Whether you’re baking up classic pumpkin pie in your pie pans, whipping out cookie sheets for fall cookies, or dreaming up new ways to use pumpkin spice muffins, this really is the perfect time to indulge your senses.

These favorite recipes bring joy to autumn evenings, fuel cozy family gatherings, and remind me why this is the most popular flavor season of the year. Grab your pumpkin roll, pour some tea, and embrace your inner dessert witch.

Because nothing says “fall” like a kitchen that smells like cinnamon apples and a table full of delicious fall treats—and no one says you can’t enjoy every bite of it.

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