25 Fall Baking Ideas Your Whole Family Will Love

This post shares 25 fall baking ideas everyone will love.

 

When the weather cools down that’s my cue to get the oven going and start baking. There just something so comforting about freshly baked desserts or pastries when there a nip in the air. I love when my house is filled with the smell of chocolate chip cookies or a cinnamon coffee cake.  So, here is my list of the very best Fall baking ideas you and your family will become obsessed with.

 

1. Cinnamon Apple Bread

 

We all love and regularly bake banana bread but have you ever made apple bread!?

 

Apples are THE fruit of Fall in my opinion and turning them into this delicious breakfast and/or treat is a MUST

 

With luscious swirls of cinnamon and chunks of tart apple is a combination you’re sure to love

 

2. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

 

 

These simple but delicious pumpkin muffins should definitely be added to your Fall baking list

 

This recipe is a less sweet muffin with the option to leave them as is or add in some chocolate chips (always add chocolate)

 

Perfect for an on the go breakfast, snack, or ” sweet” treat!

 

3. Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

 

Incredibly soft cinnamon rolls are filled with real pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice for a warm, fall breakfast dream!

 

I’m a sucker for some freshly baked cinnamon rolls paired with a steaming hot vanilla latte

 

Pair these delicious fall inspired cinnamon buns with some crispy bacon and fresh fruit and you have the most perfect brunch

 

 

4. Maple Glazed Apple Blondies

 

 

These chewy Maple Glazed Apple Blondies taste like sweet apple pie with a warm maple icing!

 

As a Canadian girlie this recipe had me at maple. Say hello to your next dessert you will be asked over and over again to bring to the party.

 

5.  Chai Scones with Maple Chai Glaze

 

 

These flaky, buttery homemade scones are laced with warm chai spices like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg, and finished with a sweet maple chai glaze.

 

Chai is such a fall spice with all the warm spices giving it a little bit of a bite

 

You have the option to make mini or full sized scones which is fantastic if you plan to have a buffet of different breakfast or dessert items

 

 

6. Apple Cider Donuts 

 

Who doesn’t love freshly baked donuts in the comfort of your own home

 

These cinnamon sugar coated beauties are the quintessential Fall sweet treat that everyone needs in their life

 

Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom really bring this Fall donut to life

 

7.  Classic Pumpkin Roll

 

 

Cinnamon and cloves add the spice to this pumpkin sheet cake, topped with cream cheese frosting and rolled into a festive log

 

During this time of year I can’t get enough pumpkin and let’s be honest this is really the only time of year it’s acceptable which makes me very sad

 

So, get your fill of pumpkin flavored everything and make this delicious pumpkin roll!

 

8. Caramel Apple Cheesecake 

 

This Caramel Apple Cheesecake has a crunchy graham cracker crust, a smooth and creamy cinnamon cheesecake filling and an irresistible caramel apple topping

 

Apples and caramel are one of my all time favorite combos! Add in some creamy cheesecake and you have a winner

 

Add a dollop of homemade whipped cream and you’ve got yourself an incredible fall dessert

 

9. Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake

 

 

Say hi to your favorite breakfast all throughout the Fall season!

 

The addition of pumpkin not only adds in a delicious flavor but also makes the coffee cake even more moist

 

11. Cinnamon Apple Cobbler

 

 

Picture this… a chilly Fall evening and you’re curled up by the fire place with this immaculate dessert

 

A warm cobbler with creamy vanilla ice cream is how you win me over 

 

This dessert is incredibly simple and quick to make with only a small amount of ingredients so it’s a win win in my books

 

12. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

 

 

The classic New England dessert gets an update with pumpkin, spices, and maple

 

These cake like sandwiches are moist and bursting with Fall flavors including a maple cream cheese filling

 

I love how this blogger shares a breakdown of the entire cost of the recipe! Give it a go!

 

13. Pumpkin Scones

 

I’ve been on a HUGE scone kick lately as they are a great breakfast option with a bit less added sugar than other baked goods

 

Now that it’s Fall it’s time to transition to some more festive scones including this tasty pumpkin scone recipe

 

Pro Tip: Invest in a pastry cutter as it will save your hands!

 

14. Apple Pie Snickerdoodle Cookies

 

Apple Pie Snickerdoodles combine the chewy texture of snickerdoodle cookies with a gooey apple pie filling

 

Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet indulgence, these cookies are sure to become a household favorite

 

The essence of Fall right in your hand

 

15. Air Fryer Apple Fritters

 

These tasty apple fritters are not only delicious but also gluten free! If you’re not sensitive to gluten you can use regular flour

 

Doing these in the air fryer is a much healthier way to make fritters but you still get the same crispiness

 

I personally love a sweeter apple so I would opt for a gala or honey crisp! What’s your favorite?

 

16. Pumpkin Brownie

 

These Pumpkin Brownies are extra fudgy and rich, with a layer of pumpkin cheesecake for the ultimate fall dessert recipe

 

Chocolate AND pumpkin…say no more! This delicious combo is sure to turn anyone into a pumpkin fan

 

Do a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips or even chop a bar into chunks for some texture

 

16. Mini Pumpkin Pies

 

While I do enjoy pumpkin pie sometimes a whole piece is a bit too much or I want to try a bit of everything

 

You can make the pie crust homemade or pick it up from the store both work great!

 

You can’t go wrong with a classic like pumpkin pie at your Fall gathering

 

17. Caramel Apple Cookies

 

 

This Crumbl cookie dupe is sure to impress all of your friends and family!

 

Cinnamon brown sugar apple cookie base topped with a luscious caramel cream cheese frosting, green apple pieces, and a homemade streusel all put together to bring you one of your favorite fall treats

 

Save yourself a ton of money and make these scrumptious cookies in the comfort of your own home

 

18. Brown Butter Dirty Chai Cupcakes

 

In charge of dessert at your next family gathering? These brown butter dirty chai cupcakes will be a total showstopper!

 

Dirty chai’s are such an incredible Fall beverage. If you haven’t tried one I’m gonna need you to rip over to your nearest coffeeshop and get one ASAP

 

If pumpkin or apple isn’t your vibe this should be right up your alley. Bursting with all the classic Fall flavors without being fruity or over the top

 

19. White Chocolate Pumpkin Pie Spiced Fudge

 

Have you EVER seen fudge with a graham cracker crust before!?! YUM!

 

The crust is often the best part of the dessert ( my husband has request I bake JUST crust before) to having this delicious fall fudge with one is absolutely amazing

 

The white chocolate and pumpkin together is to die for so please please please add this to your fall baking list!

 

20. Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Bake

 

Create this sweet and gooey breakfast with just 2 tubes of cinnamon roll dough and a handful of ingredients you should have on hand in your kitchen

 

Every bite is just like the center of a cinnamon roll ( obviously the BEST part) Perfect when hosting a Fall brunch 

 

21. Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

 

 

Combining a soft cinnamon-spiced cake with buttery caramelized apples, we’re essentially getting two desserts in one

 

If you aren’t the best cake decorator is the world ( neither am I) then this recipe is perfect for you. The sweet and tender caramel apples decorate the top once inverted

 

The combination of the spiced cake and sweet apples will have your guests begging to take home leftover

 

22. Pecan Pie

 

 

Let’s be honest it isn’t a proper Fall baking idea list without having a pecan pie recipe

 

Pecan pie is a total staple once the Fall season is among us and this recipe is sure to please with a ooey gooey filling and crunchy topping

 

I’m terrible at making pie crust so love that this one uses a store bought option! Props to you if you want to make your own!

 

23.  Old Fashioned Apple Crisp

 

 

Our family’s go to Fall dessert always has been an apple crisp and for very good reason!

 

There is something so homey and comforting about a warm apple crisp topped with vanilla ice cream

 

Our apple tree in your yard has made a ton of beautiful apples this year so I look forward to many many being made

 

24. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

 

 

Pumpkin cream cheese muffins are light, fluffy, and moist, full of pumpkin spice flavor, and swirled with creamy cheesecake

 

With two baked goods in one delicious treat these are soon to be your favorite this Fall

 

25. Pumpkin Twists

 

 

Pumpkin Twists: flaky puff pastry is filled with a spiced pumpkin filling, baked until golden brown, and then drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze on top

 

These beautiful pastries only take a few minutes to whip up and everyone will be incredibly impressed!

 

Conclusion: Fall Baking Ideas Your Family Will Love

We hope our Fall baking ideas have inspired you to get in the kitchen and whip up some delicious desserts. Fall is my favorite time to bake with the weather cooling off. If there is a Fall recipe you love please let me know and I will add it to my list!