Nothing beats that exhilarating feeling of the first fall breeze. The air turns crisp, there’s an extra bounce in our step and we notice the leaves changing to warm shades of burgundy, yellow and oranges. Once inside, we throw off our cute fall boots and jackets, light a cozy fire and run to the kitchen, to roll up our sleeves and embark on making our, fresh-baked fall treat recipes!
Easy Fall Baking Recipes
Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering, baking with family, or simply treating yourself to some “me time,” on a cool autumn afternoon, these delicious fall harvest recipes curated for Marneys Tidbits by our, “Chef of The Month,” Ava Stevens @avagstevens, will make your fall season extra sweet!
2025 Fall Baking Recipe Ideas
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
Pumpkin bread is already a fall classic, but adding gooey chocolate chips takes it to the next level.
Ingredients:
● 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
● 1 cup sugar
● 1 tsp baking soda
● ½ tsp baking powder
● ½ tsp salt
● 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
● 2 large eggs
● 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
● ½ cup melted butter
● 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, pumpkin, and melted butter.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips.
5. Pour into pan and bake 55–65 minutes. Cool before slicing.
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Apple Crumble
This dessert is all about sweet apples topped with buttery, cinnamon-spiced crumble.
Ingredients:
● 6 apples, peeled and sliced
● 2 tbsp lemon juice
● ½ cup sugar
● 1 tsp cinnamon
Crumble topping:
● 1 cup flour
● ½ cup brown sugar
● ½ cup cold butter, cubed
● ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Toss apples with lemon juice, sugar, and cinnamon; place in a baking dish.
3. Mix flour, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
4. Sprinkle over apples and bake 40–45 minutes. A good tip is to serve warm with vanilla
ice cream.
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Nothing beats the smell of cinnamon rolls baking on a chilly morning. For a fun twist on traditional cinnamon rolls try crescent cinnamon rolls.
Ingredients (dough):
● 4 cups flour
● ½ cup sugar
● 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
● ¾ cup warm milk
● ¼ cup butter, melted
● 2 eggs
Filling:
● ½ cup brown sugar
● 2 tbsp cinnamon
● ¼ cup butter, softened
Icing:
● 1 cup powdered sugar
● 2 tbsp milk
● ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions:
1. Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit 5 minutes. Add butter, eggs, and flour. Knead
until smooth. Let rest for 1 hour, the dough should double in size.
2. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread butter, sprinkle sugar and cinnamon. Roll up and
slice into 12 rolls.
3. Place in greased pan, rise 30 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
4. Drizzle with icing while warm.
Apple Cider Donuts
Fluffy donuts with a subtle apple flavor, dusted in cinnamon sugar equals fall perfection!
Ingredients:
● 1 cup apple cider
● 2 cups flour
● 1 tsp baking powder
● ½ tsp baking soda
● 1 tsp cinnamon
● ½ tsp nutmeg
● ¼ tsp salt
● 1 egg
● ½ cup sugar
● ¼ cup brown sugar
● ½ cup milk
● ¼ cup butter, melted
Cinnamon Sugar:
● ¾ cup of sugar
● 2 tsp of cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Simmer apple cider until reduced to ½ cup. Cool.
2. Whisk dry ingredients in one bowl, wet in another. Combine, then stir in cider.
3. Spoon into greased donut pan or mini muffin pan. Bake at 350°F for 12–14 minutes. Let
donuts cool for 10 minutes.
4. Dip warm donuts in melted butter then cover in cinnamon sugar. Enjoy!
Pumpkin Pie
Check out my favorite traditional pumpkin pie recipe from Betty Crocker.
Snickerdoodle Cookies
Soft, chewy, and coated in a cinnamon-sugar shell, these cookies scream autumn.
Ingredients:
● 1 cup butter, softened
● 1 ½ cups sugar
● 2 eggs
● 2 ¾ cups flour
● 1 tsp baking soda
● ½ tsp salt
For rolling:
● 2 tbsp sugar
● 2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs. Stir in dry ingredients.
3. Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon sugar, place on baking sheet.
4. Bake 8–10 minutes until edges are set.
Cinnamon Sugar Banana Bread
Banana bread gets a cozy autumn twist with a cinnamon sugar swirl.
Ingredients:
● 2 cups flour
● 1 tsp baking soda
● ½ tsp salt
● ½ cup butter, softened
● 1 cup sugar
● 2 eggs
● 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
● ½ cup sour cream or plain greek yogurt
Cinnamon sugar:
● ¼ cup sugar
● 2 tsp cinnamon
● ¼ cup of of melted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs, bananas, and sour cream. Mix in flour, baking soda,
and salt.
3. Pour half the batter into loaf pan, swirl with half the cinnamon sugar mixture. Repeat
layers.
4. Bake 55–60 minutes.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Like your favorite coffee shop muffin, but better (and homemade).
Ingredients (muffins):
● 1 ¾ cups flour
● 1 tsp baking soda
● ½ tsp salt
● 1 tsp cinnamon
● ½ tsp nutmeg
● 1 cup sugar
● ½ cup melted butter
● 2 eggs
● 1 cup pumpkin puree
Filling:
● 8 oz cream cheese, softened
● ¼ cup sugar
● ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Whisk muffin dry ingredients. In another bowl, mix sugar, butter, eggs, and pumpkin.
Combine.
3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla for filling.
4. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add spoonful of cream cheese, top with more batter.
5. Bake 18–22 minutes.
Pumpkin Cheesecake
This rich cheesecake blends warm fall spices with pumpkin puree on a buttery graham cracker
crust. It’s the perfect holiday showstopper!
Ingredients (crust):
● 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
● ¼ cup sugar
● 6 tbsp butter, melted
Filling:
● 24 oz cream cheese, softened
● 1 cup sugar
● 1 cup pumpkin puree
● 3 large eggs
● 1 tsp vanilla extract
● 1 tsp cinnamon
● ½ tsp nutmeg
● 2 tbsp flour
Topping (optional):
● Whipped cream
● Caramel drizzle
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of pan.
3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin, eggs, vanilla, spices, and
flour; beat until creamy.
4. Pour filling over crust. Bake 60–70 minutes, until center is almost set (it should still jiggle
slightly).
5. Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour inside to prevent cracks.
Refrigerate at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
6. Top with whipped cream and caramel before serving.
Pumpkin Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread
This tear-and-share bread is soft, sweet, and swirled with pumpkin spice goodness—perfect for
a fall brunch or cozy afternoon treat.
Ingredients (dough):
● 3 cups all-purpose flour
● ¼ cup sugar
● 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
● ½ tsp salt
● ½ cup milk, warmed
● ¼ cup butter, melted
● ½ cup pumpkin puree
● 1 egg
Filling:
● ½ cup sugar
● 2 tsp cinnamon
● ½ tsp nutmeg
● ¼ tsp allspice
● 3 tbsp butter, softened
Glaze (optional):
● 1 cup powdered sugar
● 2–3 tbsp milk
● ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In another bowl, mix warm milk, butter, pumpkin puree, and egg. Combine with dry
ingredients to form a soft dough. Knead until smooth, then let rest for 1 hour.
3. Roll dough into a large rectangle. Spread softened butter, then sprinkle sugar and
spices.
4. Cut into strips, stack them, and slice into squares. Layer squares upright into a greased
loaf pan.
5. Let rest for 30 minutes, then bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
6. Drizzle with glaze before serving.
The Best Fall Baking Recipes
🍂 Fall Baking FAQ
What are the most popular healthy fall baking recipes in 2025?
In 2025, healthy fall baking trends highlight nutrient-dense ingredients and reduced sugar. Popular recipes include pumpkin oat muffins made with almond flour, apple cinnamon protein bread sweetened with dates, and butternut squash brownies using cocoa and coconut oil. Many bakers are swapping refined flour for whole grains or gluten-free blends. Recipes often feature natural sweeteners like maple syrup or monk fruit. These options balance cozy seasonal flavors with wholesome nutrition, making them a favorite among health-conscious home bakers.
What are cozy fall baking recipe ideas that are unique?
Unique fall baking ideas focus on comforting flavors with creative twists. Examples include chai-spiced pumpkin loaf with cardamom glaze, pear and ginger galettes, and cranberry-orange sweet rolls topped with cream cheese drizzle. Sweet potato blondies and caramel apple bread pudding also bring a nostalgic yet inventive touch. These cozy recipes elevate classic fall ingredients by adding unexpected spices, textures, or pairings. They create warmth and seasonal flair, making them perfect for gatherings or weekend baking projects.
What are some vegan fall baking recipes?
Vegan fall baking recipes are abundant, offering rich flavors without dairy or eggs. Popular choices include pumpkin spice cookies with coconut oil, vegan apple crisp topped with oat crumble, and maple-pecan blondies made with flaxseed “eggs.” Other favorites include sweet potato chocolate cake, chai-spiced granola bars, and cranberry-pumpkin muffins. Plant-based milks like oat or almond are often used, along with nut butters and natural sweeteners. These vegan recipes deliver seasonal comfort while meeting dietary preferences for plant-based eaters.
What makes fall baking so special?
Fall flavors like pumpkin, cinnamon, apple, and nutmeg bring warmth and comfort. Seasonal treats like pumpkin bread, apple cider donuts, and cinnamon rolls make kitchens smell heavenly and taste even better. Marneys Tidbits recommends trying delicious healthy muffin recipes for fall.
How do I keep pumpkin bread and banana bread moist?
Don’t overmix the batter, use ripe bananas or pumpkin puree, and bake just until a toothpick comes out clean. A little extra cinnamon or nutmeg makes them even cozier.
What’s the secret to fluffy cinnamon rolls and snickerdoodles?
For cinnamon rolls, let the dough rise until pillowy. For snickerdoodles, cream butter and sugar well and don’t skip the cream of tartar, it gives that classic tangy chew.
How can I make apple cider donuts taste extra apple-y?
Reduce fresh apple cider on the stove before adding it to the batter. It concentrates the flavor and pairs perfectly with cinnamon sugar coating.
What’s the best way to get a smooth pumpkin cheesecake or pumpkin pie?
To achieve a smooth pumpkin cheesecake try these tips. Use room temperature ingredients, avoid overmixing, and bake in a water bath for cheesecake. For pie, blind-bake the crust for a crisp bottom and add a touch of spice for balance.
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