19 Irresistible Fall Desserts Everyone Will Talk About

These fall desserts are the epitome of cozy and comforting sweet treats to end your meals with. As the weather cools, we turn to nostalgic flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove that highlight seasonal fruits like apple, pear, and pumpkin. We have all of the options here so pick one and make it for your next gathering, it’s sure to be a hit!

No-Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake

A slice of cheesecake topped with apple slices. — Photo Credit: Lemons and Zest.

Two of your favorites: caramel apples and cheesecake come together in this simple no-bake recipe. This caramel apple cheesecake starts with a graham cracker crust and is topped with an easy no-bake cheesecake and topped with fried caramel apples. It’s a new classic that is sure to get rave reviews.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake.

Pumpkin Bars

You can’t go wrong with a classic like pumpkin bars for a fall treat. These have a moist and delicious pumpkin base with the best cream cheese frosting on the top. Bake a batch and cut them into squares for a sweet that can feed a crowd or save them for yourself, we won’t tell!

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Bars.

Apple Pecan Tart With Bourbon Caramel Sauce

A slice of apple tart drizzled with caramel sauce, on a plate. — Photo Credit: Foxes Love Lemons.

This apple tart is a stunning fall dessert that combines shortcuts like store-bought pie crust with special touches like pecan butter and homemade caramel sauce. This tart leans on tricks the author learned in culinary school, and is sure to impress.

Get the Recipe: Apple Pecan Tart With Bourbon Caramel Sauce.

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

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These rich and creamy no-bake pumpkin cheesecake bars have the best fall flavor in one dessert. A rich ginger snap crust is topped with a pumpkin cheesecake layer made with a rich brown sugar whipped cream folded into a pumpkin cream cheese mixture. It’s sure to wow your guests and become a family favorite!

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars.

Apple Dessert Pizza

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Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy and delicious apple dessert pizza. Made with a crispy crust, apple pie filling, cinnamon crumble topping, and sweet caramel glaze, this dessert apple pizza is sure to be a hit at any gathering. It travels well, making it perfect for potlucks.

Get the Recipe: Apple Dessert Pizza.

Pumpkin Coffee Crumb Cake

This pumpkin crumb cake is a moist and perfectly spiced coffee cake with a thick crumble topping. Easy to make in under an hour, this fall treat is a foolproof breakfast or dessert for a crowd. Thanksgiving morning while watching the parade? Perfect.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Crumb Cake.

Pumpkin Crisp

Move over apple crisp, after your family tries this pumpkin version, it will be all they can talk about! It’s a delicious fall dessert that makes an easy alternative to traditional pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. A layer of silky pumpkin pie filling is topped with a buttery streusel crisp. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Crisp.

Crustless Pumpkin Pie

Who says your pumpkin pie has to have a crust? This crustless pumpkin pie is all the best part – the filling – and has a secret ingredient to help it stay together. Add a dollop of whipped cream to the top and dig in. This recipe is perfect for sharing and gluten-free along with low sugar.

Get the Recipe: Crustless Pumpkin Pie.

Apple Cider Gingerbread Bundt Cake

A Bundt cake made of gingerbread with apple cider, topped with apple slices. — Photo Credit: Simple Bites.

Cozy with all the flavors of fall, this classic cake is a real showstopper! It pairs apple cider and gingerbread to make the most delicious seasonal cake. Serve it after your holiday dinners for the most memorable way to end a meal.

Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Gingerbread Bundt Cake.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

The combination of pumpkin cheesecake and brownies makes the ultimate way to end an autumn meal. Take these to a party or serve them as an alternative to pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. Your family will love this indulgent combination complete with a gorgeous swirl effect.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies.

Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

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No one can resist a moist and fluffy pumpkin spice cupcake, especially when it is topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Make a batch of these for every fall party or Thanksgiving gathering, they always go quickly! Perfect for potlucks.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes.

Cranberry Tartlets

Tartlets made with cranberry curd and topped with sugared cranberries. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

Put homemade cranberry tartlets on your festive menu for the perfect slightly tart, sweet balance to end your meal with. These are made with the silkiest cranberry curd encased in a flaky, buttery crust. Your family and friends are going to love these and request that you bring them to every holiday gathering.

Get the Recipe: Cranberry Tartlets.

Pumpkin Roll

This easy pumpkin roll recipe with cream cheese filling is the perfect fall dessert. It combines the cozy flavors of pumpkin spice with a delicious, sweet filling. It’s an impressive dessert that always goes over well.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Roll Cake.

Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These adorable, single-serve cakes are packed with the warm aromas of fall, making them an irresistible sweet treat for any occasion. They are full of cozy, pumpkin flavor and come in the perfect size for sharing.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Mini Bundt Cakes.

Spiced Pear Cobbler

This spiced pear cobbler has the coziest flavor for fall with slices of fresh pears and a yummy blend of spices topped with a simple biscuit topping. Each bite offers classic Southern flavors that no one can resist. Top scoops of spiced pear cobbler with ice cream or whipped cream.

Get the Recipe: Spiced Pear Cobbler.

Chai Spiced Bundt Cake

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This is the best chai spice bundt cake. It’s a moist, old-fashioned spice cake made with sour cream and topped with the best brown butter cream cheese icing! It’s absolutely stunning and will add elevated flavors to your table.

Get the Recipe: Chai Spiced Bundt Cake.

Pumpkin Pie Dessert Dip

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This easy pumpkin pie dip is an easy recipe for a quick fall dessert or appetizer. This fluffy sweet dip comes together in minutes, thanks to simple ingredients like pumpkin puree and cool whip. Add some fall sprinkles and serve with a variety of dippers.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Dessert Dip.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifles

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Whip up the easiest no-bake pumpkin cheesecake trifle for your next holiday gathering! Layers of creamy pumpkin filling, Biscoff cookies, and whipped cream make this the perfect fall dessert. No one will know that they are secretly easy because they look so impressive.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle.

Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

No need to roll out these pumpkin sugar cookies when you’re in the mood for fall cookies! These deliciously soft pumpkin spice sugar cookies are topped with a creamy cinnamon buttercream frosting. Just scoop, bake, then decorate.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Sugar Cookies.