When the weather starts to get chilly, it is time to turn on the oven and bake something sweet.
But you do not want to spend hours in the kitchen making a complicated dessert.
That is why simple, cozy treats are the absolute BEST part of the season.
I put together a list of easy fall dessert recipes, so you feel extra inspired to try something new.
These autumn treat ideas include warm spiced cakes, gooey cookies, and delicious fruit pastries.
There is something for every type of sweet tooth – and every kind of baking “skill level.”
So whether you are baking for a holiday party or just craving a cozy night in, these comforting desserts make fun and tasty treats.
Let’s dive into these 11 recipes and find your new favorite fall bake!
1. Apple Brown Betty
Apple Brown Betty is a classic American dessert featuring layers of warm fruit and toasted bread crumbs.
This traditional baked treat brings out the best sweet flavors of fresh apples in every single bite.
It is a simple and comforting dish that works wonderfully for a casual family weeknight dessert.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2. Apple Cobbler
Apple Cobbler combines a sweet baked apple filling with a soft, biscuit-like topping.
This homemade dessert is very similar to an apple crisp, but uses a fluffy bread topping instead of oats.
It tastes amazing when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
3. Apple Crisp I
Apple Crisp I features a sweet baked apple filling covered by a deliciously crunchy crumb topping.
This popular dessert gets its signature texture from a mix that often includes oats and nuts.
Spoon it into a bowl at room temperature and enjoy it with a cold glass of milk.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
4. Apple and Almond Cake
Apple and Almond Cake is a simple and reliable treat that tastes delicious served warm or cold.
This versatile baked cake works wonderfully as an everyday snack or as a finished dessert after dinner.
It is a tried and tested recipe that delivers great fruit and nut flavors every time.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
5. Apple Strudel
Apple Strudel is a famous pastry wrapped around a flavorful filling of tart, firm apples.
This traditional Viennese dish features a soft, smooth dough stretched thin to hold the sweet fruit.
You can enjoy this pastry warm or cold as a satisfying dessert or a main meal.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
6. Apple Tapioca
Apple Tapioca is a comforting dessert that pairs tender fruit with chewy little pearls.
This recipe uses somewhat sour apples to give the finished dish a strong and bold flavor.
It is an easy baked treat that fruit lovers will enjoy any time of the year.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
7. Camotes Enmielados (Mexican Sweet Yams)
Camotes Enmielados, or Mexican sweet yams, is a traditional home-cooked dessert with a rich caramel flavor.
This baked sweet potato dish features a very dark and syrupy sauce made with molasses sugar.
A gentle touch of cinnamon adds a nice accent without overpowering the natural taste of the yams.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
8. Passover Apple Cake
Passover Apple Cake is a delightful coffee cake made completely without flour.
This sweet snack or dessert is fully kosher for Passover and very easy to prepare at home.
It features tender apple pieces baked right into a moist and flavorful holiday treat.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
9. Sticky Toffee Pudding (with dates)
This traditional Sticky Toffee Pudding (with dates) is a rich and gooey British dessert that brings pub food right to your kitchen.
Every bite of this dense cake is soaked in a warm, sweet sauce that makes it a true comfort food classic.
It is an easy and popular sweet treat that is sure to please your family after dinner.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
10. Sticky Toffee Pudding (without dates)
This version of Sticky Toffee Pudding (without dates) keeps all the rich and gooey flavor of the original British classic.
You get that same dense and sweet dessert experience without needing to use any dried fruit.
It makes a wonderful homemade treat that you can easily bake for any weeknight dessert.
Recipe from Wikibooks, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
11. Amazing Caramel Apple Cheesecake
This Amazing Caramel Apple Cheesecake combines creamy cake and sweet fall fruit for the ultimate dessert.
Juicy apple and rich caramel come together to make this the best autumn treat for your next party.
It is a simple and delicious baked dessert that everyone will ask you to make again.
Recipe from Foodista.com.
