Autumn is the coziest time of year. Pumpkins, apples, and warm cinnamon spice is everywhere. So warm up, stay inside, and cook these delicious fall favorites! From fall dinner ideas to fall treats, I've got 42 of the best fall recipes to help inspire you to cook all season long!
Farewell summer...it's time to start introducing comforting and delicious fall recipes like this hubbard squash soup, this chicken pot pie casserole, and these pumpkin chocolate chip muffins! I look forward to the cooler weather and comfort food every single year. Which is why I'm sharing the absolute best fall dishes out there so you can partake in some wonderful new recipe ideas and enjoy them.
It's the perfect season for baking things like this pumpkin banana bread and these autumn acorn squash muffins. And this autumn chopped pear salad recipe pairs so well this homemade vegetable soup made with all kinds of root vegetables! The options are truly endless!
Here you will find 40+ fall dinner ideas, easy desserts, side dishes, soups, salads, and so much more! Whether you're just looking for dinner ideas, planning a cozy family gathering, or hosting a festive autumn celebration, you'll find a large variety of the best fall recipes that will warm the soul with every bite!
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Fall Baking Recipes
When it starts to cool off outside, I immediately start baking. Fresh baked breads, rolls, and cakes are some of my favorites to make when it's cool outside. Not only does baking make your house smell amazing, but enjoying all the homemade baked goods is so satisfying!
Check out these easy fall baking favorites:
- Pumpkin Rolls with Rosemary and Sea Salt
- Mini Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls
- Pumpkin Pie Twists
- Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies
- Simple Pumpkin Rolls
- Easy Pumpkin Bread with Crumb Topping
- Apple Pumpkin Spice Cake with Butter Rum Glaze
Fall Appetizers
Because the holidays are right around the corner, you need some delicious appetizer recipes to serve. Warm, indulgent, and satisfying, these starters are easy to make and are guaranteed to please any crowd, especially for the upcoming holiday season!
These are some of my favorite appetizers:
- Baked Brie with Cranberries and Pecans
- Pumpkin Goat Cheese Dip with Caramelized Onions
- Easy Baked Brie with Salted Caramel
- Onion and Goat Cheese Crostini
- Deviled Eggs Recipe
- Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Appetizer
- Everything Bagel Cheeseball
Fall Breakfast Recipes
Wake up to a fresh start and dive into some new breakfast ideas. From apple cinnamon rolls to a warm breakfast casserole, you'll enjoy these classics that have a seasonal twist!
- Apple Cinnamon Rolls
- Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
- Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl
- Cozy Autumn Breakfast Casserole
- Pumpkin French Toast
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Soups and Salads
There is nothing better than a hot bowl of soup paired with a fresh fall salad. During the cooler months, I make a variety of soups every weekend. They are perfect for lunch or dinner and I love having a hot pot of soup bubbling away on the stove or in the crockpot. And my house smells wonderful with all the aromas of root vegetables and fresh herbs. You're going to love these fall soups and salads not only because they are delicious, but also because they are incredibly comforting and soothing!
Get all the soups and salads here!
- Autumn Wild Rice Soup
- Harvest Salad
- Spiced Butternut Squash Soup
- Autumn Kale Salad
- Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
- Panzanella Salad
- Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Soup
- Harvest Quinoa Salad with Pumpkin Vinaigrette
Fall Dinner Recipes
These fall dinners ideas will satisfy your cravings for those crisp weather comfort foods you crave while keeping the entire family well fed all season long. Hearty meals that are family-friendly is exactly what you need at the end of the day when the sun sets and it's time for dinner.
Get the best fall dinners here:
- Flakey Broccoli Cheddar Soup Mini Pies
- Maple Apple Pork Chops
- Slow Cooker Thai Butternut Squash Curry
- Baked Chorizo-Butternut Squash Chile Rellenos
- Roasted Apple Cider Spatchcock Chicken
- Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells
- Sausage and Apple Stuffed Butternut Squash
Side Dishes
Some of my favorite fall foods are side dishes. If you season root vegetables like brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes, carrots, and pumpkin just right, you'll be blown away by the flavors. Embrace the colors of the season by making these vibrant side dishes. Packed with shades of red, orange, yellow, and green, these veggies taste as amazing as they look!
Get the best side dishes for fall here!
- Roasted Maple Parmesan Carrots
- Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Wedges
- Roasted Vegetables
- Pumpkin Sage Polenta
- Roasted Sweet Potato Stacks
- Spaghetti Squash with Goat Cheese and Arugula
Fall Dessert Recipes
Because the holidays are just around the corner, I'm including some of my favorite fall desserts. Everyone needs a sweet treat and these cozy desserts will provide you with some amazing fall dessert ideas. You'll definitely find a favorite among these options, which includes everything from pumpkin treats to apple delights!
Make these easy fall desserts below:
- Mini Pumpkin Pies
- Gluten Free Apple Crumble
- Apple Dumplings Stuffed with Brown Sugar Cranberry Butter
- Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
- Apple Hand Pies
- Mini Blueberry Pies with Flaky Crust
- Apple Cider Cupcakes
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles
If you tried any of these fall recipes, please let me know how they turned out in the comments below. I love hearing from you!
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Juyali
Such an amazing array of recipes. And so many of my favorite recipes from your website listed here. Love this recap.
Amy Liu Dong
Amazing recipes! I had a great time scrolling and looking, they all look so good.
Jamie
Oh my, this is such an amazing list of unique Fall recipes! Every recipe looks incredibly delicious! I hope I can make this all! Loved them all!
Ann
Wow, what a great list of fall recipes! I am so excited to give some of these a try! Thanks for the recipe share!
Monica
What a terrific collection! Perfect foods for the perfect season!
Richard Blackburn
Keep up the great work. Thank You
Amanda Mason
Awe - thanks Richard!!!
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen
What a delicious roundup! There are lots of awesome comfort food dishes in this lineup - and thanks for including my ravioli! Can't wait to try some of the others that you've included ๐
Amanda Mason
Thanks! Yours looks so amazing! I hope you enjoy some of these other unique Fall treats!