A good pumpkin bread recipe is as essential to fall as a puffy jacket, and here’s our favorite one. The scent wafting through your kitchen transports you to an autumn paradise, and the loaf falls just so into deliciously cozy-spiced slices. It’s tender and moist, but not too fluffy or too dense. The best part? It’s simple to whip up: one bowl, no special equipment; just dump and stir!

Of course, no season can go by without capitalizing on the winning combination of pumpkin and chocolate. Try this Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread! The flavor is cozy and nuanced, loaded with spices and topped off with rich morsels of bittersweet chocolate chips. 

This Healthy Pumpkin Bread is so moist, so cozy spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, you’ll hardly notice that’s made purely of oats…no flour at all! This tasty bread is made with Old Fashioned oats, pumpkin and spices, all whizzed up in a blender. We do love eating a treat that’s made of heart-healthy oats and tastes incredible!

Fuzzy blankets, wool sweaters and hot cider can’t hold a candle to this one. Yes, this vegan pumpkin bread is the ultimate in cozy. It’s perfectly moist and intensely pumpkin spiced. Even better, it’s light and fluffy: so you get your pumpkin spice fix without it being overly heavy or rich.

What’s better than pumpkin bread? Pumpkin banana bread! The ripe banana makes this fall bread incredibly moist, with a nuance in sweetness that makes it impossible not to take another bite. It’s got just the right amount of cozy pumpkin spices, and a light crunchy turbinado sugar topping. 

This gluten free pumpkin bread is mind boggling…because it’s so fluffy and light, you’ll think that it must have gluten! This quick bread is our favorite trick for fall, and we’ve already been testing it on lots of friends and family. The best part? It’s made of 100% oats, no refined flour at all! It’s cozy spiced, just sweet enough and packed with all the nutritional benefits of oats. 

Pumpkin and zucchini are an unusual combination but paired together, but they work wonders in this bread! It's a sweet, fluffy quick bread filled with pumpkin, zucchini, and cozy fall spices. via Spend with Pennies

Want to copy the flavor of the popular Starbucks Pumpkin bread at home? This copycat recipe makes a moist, delicious loaf with that irresistible pumpkin flavor! Bake it up and you don't have to leave home. via Feel Good Foodie

Want to make pumpkin bread even more ready for fall? Add cranberries! This tasty bread is even better with the addition of fresh cranberries and sweet cream cheese icing! The perfect dessert or brunch recipe for fall, winter, holidays, or anytime. via Lemon Tree Dwelling

Here's a way to step up a pumpkin bread recipe: add a cream cheese swirl! This moist and tender pumpkin bread is swirled with cream cheese frosting that’s baked right into the loaf. It makes the perfect fall treat!

Here’s a boozy classic New Orleans cocktail is one of the all time greats! The Sazerac is a low ball cocktail made with Cognac or rye whiskey, absinthe, and Peychaud’s bitters. If you love boozy drinks like the Old Fashioned, this one’s for you. It's got a surprise element: absinthe gives a black licorice finish to each sip! This outlawed liquor is now back in good graces (since 2007, at least), and it’s good reason to try this famous slow sipper.

History: This drink dates back to the mid 1800's. Some sources state the Sazerac was invented as early as 1838 by New Orleans apothecary Antoine Peychaud. Others claim that the owner of the Sazerac Coffee House, Aaron Bird, created the drink in the 1850’s.

It’s fruity and extra boozy: meet the Hurricane! The Hurricane is a classic New Orleans cocktail made with light and dark rum, passion fruit syrup, lime, and grenadine. The passion fruit gives it a tropical nuance, and a hint of grenadine gives it extra sweetness and a rosy-golden color. It’s a unique rum cocktail that’s festive and fun!

History: The Hurricane was invented by Pat O’Brien in the 1940's, owner of the popular Pat O’Brien’s bar in New Orleans. Pat created the drink to use up a surplus of rum and served it in a glass shaped like a hurricane lamp. It was an instant hit, and remains a classic to this day.

Here’s an over-the-top impressive New Orleans cocktail: the Ramos Gin Fizz! The impossibly tall frothy topping and tangy burst of lime, lemon and orange blossom water makes it taste just like a lemon meringue pie. We didn't think anything could beat the classic Gin Fizz. But one sip of this one, and you’ll realize just how special this drink is.

History: The Ramos gin fizz is a variation on the gin fizz, invented in New Orleans in 1888 by a bartender named Henry Ramos. Invented at his bar the Imperial Cabinet Saloon, it was originally called the New Orleans Fizz. It took a whopping 12 minutes to shake up back in the day (not so, today).

It’s glowing green, it’s rich and creamy, and it’s delightfully mint chocolate. Yes, it’s everyone’s favorite: the Grasshopper! Turns out, this classic cocktail has more history than you’d expect. And the traditional version of this drink doesn’t call for ice cream, either! Shake this classy, creamy after-dinner drink in a cocktail shaker and strain it into a martini glass. One creamy, mint chocolate sip and you’ll be sold.

History: The Grasshopper was invented in New Orleans in 1918 by the owner of the bar Tujague’s, or so the story goes. According to Tujague’s, Philip Guichet invented it for a cocktail competition in New York City, where it got second place. He brought it back to his bar and Tujague’s has been serving it ever since.

The Vieux Carre is a unique classic cocktail comes from New Orleans: the name means “French Quarter” in French. It’s strong and alcohol forward, made with not one but two types of bitters. The complex flavor is ideal for whiskey lovers who love to relax with a slow sipper in hand. It’s essentially a fancy Manhattan: starring rye whiskey and vermouth like the standard drink, but adding quite a bit of extras.

History: The Vieux Carré cocktail comes from the 1930’s: it was created in the New Orleans’ Hotel Monteleone by a bartender named Walter Bergeron. He named it after the French Quarter, called Vieux Carre. The drink was first printed in a cocktail book in 1937.

The La Louisiane cocktail is a classic cocktail from the 1800’s that most people have never heard of. It’s a lot like a Sazerac: but better. How? It's made with rye whiskey, absinthe, vermouth and Benedictine, which gives it more complexity in flavor. It’s herbal from Benedictine and lightly sweet from vermouth. And of course there’s absinthe, the historically banned liquor that adds a black licorice finish to each sip!

History: The exact date La Louisiane appeared is unknown, but it was likely invented between 1880 and 1912, when absinthe was banned. It began as the house cocktail of the Restaurant La Louisiane in New Orleans.

Here’s New Orleans cocktail that surprises you with its complex, creamy flavor: Milk Punch! This tasty drink is one of the oldest cocktails there is, featuring brandy, bourbon, milk and sugar. It’s a popular brunch drink in New Orleans and in the American South. And the concept sounds baffling until you try it. Then you realize the genius of it: the creamy, cool milk against the spice of the brandy and the nuance of vanilla extract. 

History: This drink was first written down in 1688 in Scotland! How’s that for history? The first mention in a cookbook was in 1711. Benjamin Franklin even recorded a version of it in 1763. The drink was not invented in New Orleans, but it's become a mainstay at restaurants in the city.

At the top of our fall desserts: Apple Dumplings! This is Grandma’s recipe (really!): we worked with Alex’s mom to adapt her famous fall favorite for your home kitchen. Tender, cozy-spiced apples are baked up in a flaky pasty crust with a spiced brown sugar syrup. The result is a revelation: there’s a reason Grandma is famous for these!

Another favorite fall dessert: Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting! The bars are perfectly moist and cakey, with just the right warm-spiced interior from cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. They’re topped off with a lusciously creamy layer of cream cheese frosting that gives a tangy lift to each bite. 

Here’s a cozy fall baked good that’s calling your name: this easy apple cobbler! The topping is a meld of a biscuit and a sugar cookie, chewy, sweet and baked into golden-brown dollops. It covers a sweetly-spiced apple layer that’s flavored with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and lemon zest for a little pop. Top it with melty vanilla ice cream and there’s really nothing more we want in an apple dessert.

Here’s our ultimate fall dessert: Pumpkin Cookies! These sweet morsels are lusciously pillowy and chewy, scented with a burst of fall spices and a hint of molasses. The exterior has a subtle sugar crunch and a drizzle of simple sweet icing. Even better, the soft texture holds up for days.

Here's a fun fall dessert: Pumpkin Bread Pudding! Imagine, bread cubes baked in a pumpkin-spiced custard until puffed and golden. Drizzle it with a golden bourbon butter sauce and wowza! It's a little bit of heaven.

Here's a stunning fall dessert: homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream! Scoop up a bowl and it’s lusciously soft and creamy, scented with just the right hit of cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg. Each rich spoonful will make you raise your eyebrows in delight. Take it to the next level and add candied pecans for a sweet, salty crunch.

Got a craving for a cozy fall dessert? Try this Baked Apples recipe! It’s like a short-cut apple crumble, but lighter, easier and tastier. Stuff the sweet tart fruit with oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and allspice, then bake until sweet and tender. The tart tang of the apple against the spiced crumbles is a bit of a revelation!

What's better in a fall than a great apple crumble? Golden, crunchy brown sugar crumbles top a sweet tart filling of warm spiced fruit, seasoned with cinnamon, allspice and ginger. Bake this one on repeat all fall and winter, and you’ll never tire of it. 

Can’t choose between traditional chocolate chip cookies and pumpkin cookies? You don’t have to with these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies! These sweet morsels are an ode to fall: chewy and spiced, they feature cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg with a traditional chocolate chip cookie base. 

At the top of our favorite fall desserts is this decadent apple crisp! It's absolutely classic, harnessing all that cozy nostalgia of the season. The crumble topping is the ideal texture: crispy but not crunchy, and buttery but not soft. The fruit layer below will make your heart sing: cinnamon, a hint of ginger and allspice set off just a hint of orange and lemon zest.

Here’s a recipe that’s just right for the season: this classic Pumpkin Cake! It’s thick and moist, scented with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. The best part? A layer of tangy, fluffy cream cheese frosting is its ideal flavor match. It’s so classic and irresistible, you’ll want to make it for every gathering. It’s great for fall dinner parties, Halloween, Thanksgiving, or really anytime you’re craving pumpkin goodness!

First up in our fall desserts: pumpkin oatmeal cookies! Once the weather starts getting cooler, we immediately crave these chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies. They taste like (get this) fall-spiced oatmeal cream pies! The soft cookie is full of pumpkin spices, then drizzled with a powdered sugar icing. These will kick off the fall nostalgia in no time. Said one of our readers, "These are now my FAVORITE cookie. I’ve already made them twice. "

Here’s a perfect tiny fall dessert: mini pumpkin pies! These pies are more than just the cute novelty factor: they’re half the serving of a normal piece of pie, making them a healthy dessert option. Even better: they’re incredibly tasty. Each bite has the perfect ratio of silky smooth filling to flaky pie crust. 

If you’re looking for an easy baking project with apples, these apple cookies will have your heart! They’re essentially apple snickerdoodles, irresistibly soft, with a sweet coating of cinnamon and sugar. Each bite has a burst of sweet tart apple! They take no time to whip up and don’t require any refrigeration of the dough before baking: which means you can sink your teeth into that soft, spiced cookie as soon as possible. 

Try these Sweet Potato Brownies! Why hide vegetables in desserts when you can proudly proclaim them? These brownies could not be more thrilled by their sweet potato interior, perfect for fall baking. It makes the best chewy texture and loads them with nutrients. But most importantly: they’re irresistibly delicious, with a rich nuance in flavor that makes them taste loads better than a standard brownie.

A good pumpkin bread recipe works as dessert, especially if it's topped with this maple glaze. The scent wafting through your kitchen transports you to an autumn paradise, and the loaf falls just so into deliciously cozy-spiced slices. It’s tender and moist, but not too fluffy or too dense. The best part? It’s simple to whip up: one bowl, no special equipment; just dump and stir!

Want to bake a cake with no effort at all? Try this easy applesauce cake! You don’t even need a bowl for this fall dessert: just mix it up right in the pan! It sounds too good to be true: but we promise, it’s very real. And it turns into one of the most delicious cakes you’ll eat. Moist and scented with cinnamon, it’s perfectly fluffy and a little gooey. It’s got a healthy spin with olive oil and Greek yogurt, and instead of icing there’s a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Want an easy fall dessert? Look no further than these sauteed apples! There’s no baking necessary, and no advanced preparation. Just slice up some apples, saute them in butter and spices, and bam! Eat it warm topped with vanilla ice cream, and there’s really not much better. In fact, why even make apple crisp or apple pie at all? Here’s more about how to make this healthy dessert, and a few more topping ideas.

Pumpkin pie is always a favorite fall dessert: and of course, grandma’s pie is the absolute best, right? When we whipped up this recipe, we weren’t expecting to love it more than the original. But this vegan pie is so full of pumpkin-spiced sweetness and the flavors are so delightfully elevated, no one will guess it’s plant-based! We’re solidly in camp vegan pumpkin pie, so much so that we’ll be making this recipe for years to come.

What's more of a classic fall dessert than poached pears? It sounds fancy, but it's so easy to do and it comes out stunning. Cooking in spiced wine makes the pears a bright burgundy color, and they look elegant with their long curved stems. And the flavor: they come out sweetly fall-spiced and completely otherworldly. Serve with whipped cream and a little pecan granola for some crunch.

What's a more satisfying fall dessert than apple pie? Here a flaky, golden crust encloses a filling that’s so full of cozy spiced flavor, you won’t want the bite to end. We've got two variations: one classic and one plant-based (and secret: we like the vegan one better). Prepare to be amazed by the crunchy crust and velvety, fall-spiced apples.

Try either: Best Apple Pie or Classic Vegan Apple Pie

Next up in our fall desserts…another favorite: spiced Applesauce Cookies! These are so moist and irresistible, you’ll forget about everything else and you savory each chewy bite. (Sorry, not sorry.) The applesauce makes them ultra moist, and they’ve got a little oatmeal to balance the sweet. But make no mistake: these aren’t a health food. They’re more like a lighter version of an oatmeal cream pie: which is AOK in our book.

OK, hello perfect fall dessert! This apple pie stuffed cheesecake is a no bake cheesecake made with apple pie filling layered inside of a creamy cheesecake and topped with a buttery cinnamon crumble. Wow! via Britney Breaks Bread

How fun are these pumpkin cupcakes? They're moist, tender and pumpkin-spiced, topped with a festive candy corn tri-colored frosting. Perfect to get definitely get you in the fall baking mood! via Grandbaby Cakes

These easy pumpkin chocolate cheesecake bars are luscious, thick, and smooth with a crunchy, buttery crust and swirls of chocolate. The perfect fall dessert for impressing a crowd! via Handle the Heat

Last up in our fall desserts, salted caramel apple sheet cake! It features an ultra tender, slightly spongey cinnamon apple cake with a thick and shiny salted caramel glaze. via Handle the Heat

Fall is a great excuse to try a Bundt cake recipe! Indulge warm, cozy flavors with this Pumpkin Bundt Cake. It's the ultimate autumn comfort food, with its delightful blend of aromatic spices that dance on your taste buds. via Grandbaby Cakes

Want a fun way to mix up the fruit of the season? Try apple crisp cookie bars, which feature a simple chewy cookie crust covered with cinnamon apples and a crispy sweet oat topping. It's an easy fall treat ready in about 1 hour. via Handle the Heat

Once fall rolls around, it's time for cozy spices like these chewy molasses ginger cookies! This recipe makes soft and chewy cookies with a sugar-crisp exterior, infused with cozy, bold spices. Each one is fractured into picture-perfect crinkles, and when you sink in your teeth for the first bite, it’s like being enveloped in a warm hug.

Craving apple pie but don't want to bake? Try this creamy apple pie ice cream! It's got a spiced apple filling, buttery crust, and caramel sauce—all whipped into a delicious, no-churn ice cream! via Grandbaby Cakes

First up in our favorite dessert recipes: cookie cake! This chocolate chip cookie cake is 100% more delicious than a store bought cookie cake. (We think, at least!) The rich chocolate chunks and a hint of orange zest make it seriously irresistible: the flavor is oh so real. The texture is perfectly soft and chewy. Everyone will ooo and ahh about this one! (All our family does.)

Also try: Chocolate Chip Almond Flour Skillet Cookie

This Vanilla Mug Cake recipe comes out moist and 100% delicious! The hardest part? Waiting for it to cool until you can dig in. Here’s our tutorial: all you need to know about how to make a mug cake – and some variations for making it your own!

Here’s a cozy baked good that’s calling your name: this easy apple cobbler recipe! The topping is a meld of a biscuit and a sugar cookie, chewy, sweet and baked into golden-brown dollops. It covers a sweetly-spiced apple layer that’s flavored with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and lemon zest for a little pop. Top it with melty vanilla ice cream and there’s really nothing more we want.

Everyone loves a good chocolate cookie. But here’s something we think is even better: these soft, gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars! They’ve got an irresistibly chewy texture, featuring a luxurious dough with loads of dark chocolate chips. A bit of oatmeal gives it a nostalgic heartiness, and the edges get perfectly golden. 

Here’s an iconic dessert that’s the pure definition of decadence: Molten Chocolate Lava Cake! It gets its name from its liquid “lava” center, which flows like a volcano when you dig into it with a fork. Are you a chocolate lover licks the batter off spatulas when baking? (Guilty.) Then you’ll be head over heels for this one.

Bliss bites are by far our most popular of dessert recipes of all time! They’re basically a homemade peanut butter cup combined with a no bake cookie, and people all over the world make and love them! Made with maple syrup, coconut oil, and oats, they’re naturally sweet, vegan, and gluten-free. Keep them in the freezer or refrigerator and nibble all week long.

Meet another favorite dessert recipe: this easiest applesauce cake! It’s moist, scented with cinnamon, and perfectly fluffy. It’s got a healthy spin with olive oil and Greek yogurt, and instead of calorie-rich icing there’s a sprinkle of powdered sugar. And the best part? It’s so easy: simply mix all the ingredients together in the baking pan. No mixing bowls required!

Are you ready for a supremely delicious dessert recipe? Because have we got one for you! This chocolate zucchini cake is rich, chocolaty, and irresistibly good. It’s an inventive way to eat real, whole foods in dessert form, pairing zucchini and almond butter with chocolate chips. This cake is gluten free and dairy free and made it to family favorite status in our household. The zucchini makes it ultra moist, and it’s gooey and just sweet enough. It’s truly a stunner!

Here’s a favorite dessert recipe that’s simple, healthy, and ultra delicious: chocolate covered bananas! Now, this concept it not new or revolutionary: but it's perfect for a sweet treat craving! The crunch of a crisp dark chocolate coating around an icy banana makes magic. Store this healthy treat in the freezer anytime a chocolate craving hits. 

What's a better decadent dessert recipe than cookie dough? Not sure about you, we'd always pick dough over a baked cookie 100% of the time. This cookie dough is perfectly safe to eat with a few tricks. Make the standard dough which has various diet options, or try our popular Chickpea Cookie Dough, an option that's a tad healthier without sacrificing on flavor.

Ever made homemade peanut butter cups? These have just the right crisp snap when you bite the chocolate, just the right gooey peanut butter interior, and a little hint of sea salt for savory sweet action. They're way, way better than the store bought version and the perfect sweet treat for after a meal. (Or you might find yourself sneaking one as a snack!)

There’s no need to run out to the bakery if you’ve got a donut craving. Try Baked Donuts! They’re irresistibly tender, sweet with a moist crumb, and pure perfection topped with a rich chocolate glaze. Add a bit of confetti sprinkles, and what could be more fun? All you need is a donut baking pan and a hankering for a project.

This apple crisp recipe with oats is absolutely classic, harnessing all that cozy nostalgia of the season. The crumble topping is the ideal texture: crispy but not crunchy, and buttery but not soft. The fruit layer below will make your heart sing: cinnamon, a hint of ginger and allspice set off just a hint of orange and lemon zest.

Here’s an easy dessert recipe that always hits the spot: this magical blueberry cobbler! This recipe is an old family favorite. Throw fresh blueberries on top of the blueberry batter and throw it in the oven. As the cobbler bakes, the blueberries sink to the bottom and the batter forms a golden crust on top. Get ready to be amazed by this simple kitchen trick!

Get ready for the ultimate celebration dessert recipe for a chocolate lover: flourless chocolate cake! This decadent flourless chocolate cake is meant for that occasional celebration. Rich and fudgy, dense and dark chocolaty, it’s a chocolate lover’s dream cake. Top it with this easy raspberry compote for a sweet tart pairing that cuts the sweetness of the cake perfectly.

Here’s a classic dessert recipe that’s one of the top ways to enjoy zingy citrus: this easy lemon bars recipe! This one is my Grandma’s recipe, done up with a few small tweaks to coax out even more flavor. A zingy lemon custard topping layers over a thick shortbread layer, making the best textural contrast of gooey versus crunchy. It’s got just the right burst of lemon and hint of vanilla in the shortbread. 

Why make shortcake with store-bought mix if it’s 100% more delicious homemade? The last in our favorite dessert recipes is this most classic strawberry shortcake! It’s got tender, biscuit-like shortcakes, juicy sweet berries, and fluffy, homemade whipped cream. It’s so ridiculously good, it’s perfect for special occasions of all kinds: cookouts, patio parties, birthdays, and anytime you come across a load of ripe, beautiful berries.

Are you a mint chocolate chip fan? Then let us introduce you to…the best homemade Mint Chocolate Chip recipe! This one’s pretty darn perfect, in our opinion. The flavor is fresh and beautifully minty, the texture is beautifully creamy and scoopable, and it’s studded with bittersweet chocolate chunks perfectly dispersed into every bite. 

Here’s a nostalgic dessert that’s easy to whip up and full of bold flavor: this Peach Crumble recipe! Imagine: a layer of juicy, tender peaches seasoned with vanilla and lemon juice. It’s topped with a golden crumble layer spiced with cinnamon and ginger that’s got just the right amount of crispness and irregular crumble pieces. 

This crowd-pleasing dessert won over our family and friends recently, so we’re excited to share it today. Try this Old fashioned blackberry cobbler recipe! The topping is sweet and fluffy with a crunchy sugar coating on the top, and it covers a zingy berry layer that’s scented with vanilla and cinnamon. 

Here’s a recipe that’s just right for the season: this classic Pumpkin Cake recipe! It’s everything you want a pumpkin cake to be: thick and moist, scented with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. The best part? A layer of tangy, fluffy cream cheese frosting is its ideal flavor match. It’s so classic and irresistible, you’ll want to make it for every gathering. 

Here’s our ultimate pumpkin dessert: Pumpkin Cookies! These sweet morsels are lusciously pillowy and chewy, scented with a burst of fall spices and a hint of molasses. The exterior has a subtle sugar crunch and a drizzle of simple sweet icing. Even better, the soft texture holds up for days.

What’s one of the best pumpkin desserts? We think it might be these Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting! The bars are perfectly moist and cakey, with just the right warm-spiced interior from cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. They’re topped off with a lusciously creamy layer of cream cheese frosting that gives a tangy lift to each bite.

What’s better than a creamy, cool pumpkin dessert? Try this Pumpkin Ice Cream recipe! Scoop up a bowl and it’s lusciously soft and creamy, scented with just the right hit of cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg. Take it to the next level and add candied pecans for a sweet, salty crunch.

What makes this pie incredible? Let us count the ways. The filling is creamy and delicious, with just the right pumpkin-spiced sweetness. The crust is flaky with just the right salty crunch. The flavors are so delightfully elevated, no one will guess it’s fully plant-based! 

This pumpkin dessert is unique and a total crowd-pleaser: Pumpkin Bread Pudding!  Imagine, bread cubes baked in a pumpkin-spiced custard until puffed and golden. Drizzle it with a golden bourbon butter sauce and wowza! It's a little bit of heaven.

Here’s a perfect pumpkin dessert: Mini Pumpkin Pies! These pies are more than just the novelty factor! They’re half the serving of a normal piece of pie, making them a healthy dessert option. They’re also customizable for gatherings of all sizes: you can make a half recipe if you don’t want to be stuck with an entire pie after the holiday! Even better: they’re incredibly tasty. Each bite has the perfect ratio of silky smooth filling to flaky pie crust

Wow, will one bite of these pumpkin muffins have you thinking about it for hours! The moist cake is cozy-scented and just sweet enough, since after all it really is a muffin. Top that with a generous gooey mound of maple cream cheese, and each bite is like eating cheesecake and a muffin all at once.

A good pumpkin bread recipe works as dessert, especially with this sweet maple glaze! The scent wafting through your kitchen transports you to an autumn paradise, and the loaf falls just so into deliciously cozy-spiced slices. It’s tender and moist, but not too fluffy or too dense. It’s simple to whip up: one bowl, no special equipment; just dump and stir!

Need a light and fluffy pumpkin dessert? This one's got all the creamy, cozy-spiced goodness of pumpkin pie filling packed into a light and fluffy mousse. Here we’ve served it in a shot glass because…why not? The advantage to shot glass desserts is that they control the portion size: all the delicious dessert goodness is packed into a tiny package!

Here's a pumpkin dessert that will have everyone talking: try this mashup of s'mores and pumpkin pie! Layers of buttery graham cracker crust encase a spiced pumpkin pie filling, toasted marshmallows, and decadent chocolate ganache. via Grandbaby Cakes

Can’t choose between traditional chocolate chip cookies and pumpkin cookies? You don’t have to with these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies! These sweet morsels are an ode to fall: chewy and spiced, they feature cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg with a traditional chocolate chip cookie base. 

Rich and decadent, this delicious Pumpkin Turtle Cake is a must-have Autumn recipe! The combination of moist pumpkin spice cake, homemade caramel, chocolate ganache, and toasted pecans makes for a rave worthy Fall dessert! Via Grandbaby Cakes

Need a great classic pumpkin dessert? Try these soft pumpkin cookies! These pumpkin cookies have a soft, deliciously spiced batter and are topped with a heavenly cream cheese frosting. What’s not to love? Via Gimme Some Oven

This classic pumpkin cheesecake is hard to beat! It's got a spiced Biscoff cookie crust and a creamy pumpkin filling. If you'd like, top with a dollop of whipped cream to finish off this perfect dessert (but it's not needed). Via Handle the Heat

Pumpkin Brownies are the perfect mix two popular desserts: brownies and pumpkin pie! This easy brownie recipe uses a brownie mix of your choice with a layer of pumpkin in the middle to create something super fun and delicious. Via The Cookie Rookie

Want all the fun of pumpkin pie without the fuss? Try these pumpkin pie bars! They're super creamy, perfectly spiced, and entirely no-bake. via Mike Bakes NYC

Need a deliciously fun pumpkin dessert? Try Pumpkin Cupcakes! They're perfectly pumpkin spiced, have the best texture, and the luscious cinnamon frosting complements the cake beautifully. Via Chelsea's Messy Apron

Need a single serving pumpkin dessert? Try this Pumpkin Mug Cake! It's moist and perfectly spiced: and happens to be plant based! All you need are pantry ingredients and you can make it in under 5 minutes start to finish. Via Jessica in the Kitchen

A delicious pumpkin dessert idea: pumpkin swirl cheesecake bars! They feature fall spiced pumpkin pie swirled into rich decadent cheesecake, baked on a crisp Biscoff cookie crust! Via Grandbaby Cakes

Make everyone ooo and ahh with this brown butter pumpkin cake! It's a tender and moist cake filled with warm spices, maple pumpkin butter, and topped with a delectable brown butter cream cheese frosting. via Britney Breaks Bread

Another great pumpkin dessert? Try Pumpkin Spice Truffles! Made with real pumpkin puree, they're indulgent and surprisingly easy to prepare. Coat them in white or dark chocolate and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs. Via Sally's Baking Addiction

Last up, a pumpkin dessert to impress: pumpkin Bundt cake! It's a fall classic, topped with cream cheese frosting with just a bit of pumpkin pie spice. A slice of comfort on a plate! Via My Baking Addiction

These pumpkins spice roll cookies are a fun and eye-catching pumpkin dessert! They're made using a sugar cookie dough, which you'll roll together with brown sugar and pumpkin spices. Then slice it into cookies, bake, and glaze with maple icing!

Watn a pumpkin dessert you can make in a slow cooker? This pumpkin cream cheese dump cake is moist with a cream cheese swirl that's full of pumpkin pie spice and brown sugar. It's topped with yellow cake mix for a crumbly delicious topping! via Britney Breaks Bread

These pumpkin chocolate chip blondies are the perfect balance of chewy and cakey! They're loaded with both white and dark chocolate chips. A fun treat for the entire family to enjoy! via Mike Bakes NYC

What's a more classic pumpkin dessert than a pumpkin roll? This moist cake rolled with cream cheese frosting is cozy, comforting, and downright delicious. This roll is surprisingly easy to make! via Immaculate Bites

Pumpkin snickerdoodles are the most fun, cozy spiced cookie! They've got a sweet flavor and creamy texture with white chocolate chips, and the dough comes together simply. via Sally's Baking Addiction

Want a stunning pumpkin dessert everyone will love? Try these pumpkin streusel bars! They've got a gingersnap crust, creamy pumpkin filling, and brown sugar streusel topping. Drizzled with vanilla icing they're simple to make and serve. via Sally's Baking Addiction

Last up: an easy no bake pumpkin dessert: pumpkin mascarpone tarts! We love desserts like this because they're so simple to whip up in advance. It's like pumpkin pie in a glass, interspersed with a crunchy Biscoff cookie layer. Delightful! via Ashley Cuoco

Looking for fruit desserts to wow your friends? This easy fruit crumble can be made with any fruit you like! It’s simple to make, it’s got a healthy spin, and it tastes SO, so good. The filling is like eating pure blueberry (or whatever fruit you choose!). It's truly a stunning recipe you'll make again and again!

This strawberry shortcake recipe: it’s got the “it” factor. It’s those tender biscuits with sweet summer berries you’d imagine relishing on a porch swing in the heat of the day, or savoring on a lazy summer night. It’s something for summer birthdays, July 4, picnics, and cookouts. This one uses buttermilk for tang and richness, and the sweet berries are mixed with a little balsamic vinegar to add a zing.

Here’s a fruit dessert that spells summer for us: blueberry cobbler! This one is everything you need in a sweet treat: the fruit layer bursts forth with pure berry juiciness. The topping is cakey and fluffy, just sweet enough and baked to golden perfection. This is the blueberry cobbler recipe you need! 

Here’s a classic recipe that’s one of the top ways to enjoy zingy citrus: this easy lemon bars recipe! This one is my Grandma’s recipe, done up with a few small tweaks to coax out even more flavor. A zingy lemon custard topping layers over a thick shortbread layer, making the best textural contrast of gooey versus crunchy. 

Growing up, my family had a massive rhubarb plant in our backyard. Every year my mom would harvest the pink-ish green stalks and make a rhubarb crisp. Here’s a take on that crisp, all about carefree summer days. It just tastes really, really homey and satisfying. Some strawberry rhubarb crisp recipes call for boat-loads of sugar: for this one, there's just enough. It results in a sweet tart crisp that’s seriously nostalgic.

Got a load of ripe, juicy peaches? Here’s the ultimate summer treat: this Peach Galette recipe! Imagine, a filling of tender fruit flavored with brown sugar, nutty browned butter and a hint of cinnamon and vanilla. It’s all encased in a flaky, buttery pastry crust. A galette is a rustic tart: the perfect easy alternative to a pie. 

Everyone knows that homemade ice cream is the best. And in the case of strawberry ice cream, the results are beyond worth the effort. Try this homemade strawberry ice cream recipe! It’s lusciously creamy, with a pure sweet tart berry flavor interspersed with chunks of red berries.

Here's a simple fruit dessert: Blueberry Pie Bars, aka all the flavors of blueberry pie in handheld form! These are so simple and satisfying! The same dough makes a thick bottom crust and golden buttery crumbles, and the filling is a bright burst of fresh blueberries and lemon juice.

Here’s a favorite fruit dessert that’s simple, healthy, and ultra delicious: chocolate covered bananas! Now, this concept it not new or revolutionary: but it's absolutely perfect for a sweet treat craving. The crunch of a crisp dark chocolate coating around an icy banana makes magic. Store this healthy treat in the freezer anytime a chocolate craving hits. 

These apple snickerdoodles are irresistibly soft, with a sweet coating of cinnamon and sugar. Each bite has a burst of sweet tart apple! They take no time to whip up and don’t require any refrigeration of the dough before baking: which means you can sink your teeth into that soft, spiced cookie as soon as possible.

The great thing about this fruit dessert is that it takes about 10 minutes to put together with no advanced planning! Bananas foster is that romantic dessert recipe you think you can only get in a restaurant--but it's actually easy to make at home! The sauce is made with butter, brown sugar, and spices. Then rum is added and lit on fire until it burns off and the sauce becomes thick and buttery!

Here’s a nostalgic dessert that’s easy to whip up and full of bold flavor: this Peach Crumble recipe! Imagine: a layer of juicy, tender peaches seasoned with vanilla and lemon juice. It’s topped with a golden crumble layer spiced with cinnamon and ginger that’s got just the right amount of crispness and irregular crumble pieces.

What’s the most popular rhubarb recipe of them all? Three words: strawberry rhubarb pie. This iconic pie filling is famous for a reason: it’s just that good. Sweet tart stalks of pink rhubarb are the perfect foil for sweet summer berries.

Imagine: creamy, tropical-scented ice cream that requires no ice cream maker or ingredients other than the blackening fruit on your countertop. When you’ve got ripe bananas, this is one of the best ways to use them! It’s a fun recipe for kids that doubles as a grown up treat (especially with mix-ins). Here’s how to make this simple and wholesome banana ice cream recipe!

This crowd-pleasing dessert won over our family and friends recently, so we’re excited to share it today. Try this Old fashioned blackberry cobbler recipe! The topping is sweet and fluffy with a crunchy sugar coating on the top, and it covers a zingy berry layer that’s scented with vanilla and cinnamon. 

This crisp is perfect in our book, with sweet tart, juicy red fruit covered in cinnamon-spiced butter crumbles. We also like to add a hint of ground cardamom for some intrigue! Either way, served with homemade whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, it’s next-level good.

There’s something about bright red raspberries that endear us when it comes to frozen treats, and this one is no exception. Try this homemade Raspberry Sorbet recipe! The flavor is an explosion of pure fruit, like taking a bite of 100 raspberries at once. It’s got the best creamy, frosty texture, like a good raspberry gelato.

When it’s the season for it, there’s nothing we love more than baking with rhubarb! Here’s our latest in a string of nostalgic treats: this easy Rhubarb Bars recipe! It’s like rhubarb crisp, in handheld form. The hot pink jammy filling is intensely sweet tart, slathered over a brown sugar crust and topped with buttery crumbles.

The crown jewel of any raspberry recipe is the mighty pie! Meet this incredible Raspberry Pie recipe, simple and classic with just the right berry flavor. The filing is thick and jammy, sweet tart and enhanced with a little lemon zest for brightness. It’s all encased in a fluffy, all-butter pastry crust that’s baked to a golden brown.

Here’s a dessert that’s fast, easy, massively flavorful and pleases everyone: Mango Sorbet! It’s irresistibly creamy and frosty, with a pure honey-sweet tropical mango essence and a pop of lime on the finish. It’s so refreshing, and there’s almost no one who will turn this down!

Wow. That’s what we hope you’ll say when you taste this perfect strawberry crumble recipe! There’s the strawberry filling, scented with orange zest and vanilla until the berries pop. There’s the crunchy crumble topping, hearty and homey with oats and walnuts. This fruit dessert is simple, but all together it makes a true symphony of flavor: far greater than the sum of its parts. 

Introducing…Grandma’s Old Fashioned apple dumplings recipe! Yes, this really is Grandma’s recipe: we worked with Alex’s mom to adapt her famous fall favorite for your home kitchen. Tender, cozy-spiced apples are baked up in a flaky pasty crust with a spiced brown sugar syrup.

Here’s a fun, nostalgic recipe that’s 100% more delicious to make homemade: Orange Sherbet! This creamy, citrusy puree is frosty and pure, with none of the sickly sweet or artificial flavor the purchased variety can have. Its zesty Creamsicle flavor tastes like so much more than the sum of its parts: and yet it’s beyond simple to make at home.

Here’s a fruit dessert you need in your baking repertoire: Cherry Cobbler! Sweet cherries make a juicy sweet layer scented with cinnamon. Layer that with an easy batter that takes no time to whip up and bakes into a golden, fluffy topping.

Introducing…the best-ever fresh Strawberry Pie! It highlights the summery ripe berry flavor, perfectly sweet tart with a delicious hint of cinnamon. The flavor is almost beyond words, with juicy fruit and a crumbly crust.

If you love fruity ice cream, here’s the flavor that’s stolen our hearts: blueberry ice cream! It’s sweet and creamy, with a pure fruit flavor that tastes like an elevated version of this humble berry. Mix up a homemade batch and it stays creamy in the freezer for weeks! 

Here’s an easy fruit dessert that’s impressively irresistible every time: Chocolate Covered Strawberries! It might seem easier to buy this popular treat. But they’re so simple to make at home! This recipe shows you how to make perfectly chocolate dipped strawberries, where the crunch of the crisp chocolate yields to the sweet tart tender fruit inside.

Need another fruit dessert with apples? Try this Baked Apples recipe! It’s like a short-cut apple crumble, but lighter, easier and tastier. Stuff the sweet tart fruit with oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and allspice, then bake until sweet and tender. The tart tang of the apple against the spiced crumbles is a bit of a revelation! 

Is there a more quintessential fruit dessert than blueberry pie? There’s no better way to use a load of fresh berries than baking them into this classic pastry. This blueberry pie recipe is something special: it’s got a luscious, thick berry filling and a golden, buttery lattice-topped crust. 

Here’s a simple summer dessert that’s easy but impressive: Strawberry Sorbet! The flavor is like taking a bite of 100 strawberries at once: sweet, pure, and tangy. The frosty texture is like an Italian strawberry gelato: cold and creamy, with just the right robust vibrancy to each bite.

Moving on to some fruit desserts with apples! This apple crisp recipe with oats is absolutely classic, harnessing all that cozy nostalgia of the season. The crumble topping is the ideal texture: crispy but not crunchy, and buttery but not soft. The fruit layer below will make your heart sing: cinnamon, a hint of ginger and allspice set off just a hint of orange and lemon zest.

Here’s an easy frozen dessert that will have citrus lovers shouting from the rooftops: homemade Lime Sherbet! Make it homemade with real limes and it’s transcendental: creamy and unbelievably zesty, with a pure flavor that easily trumps any store-bought variety.

Want an easier fruit dessert? Look no further than these sauteed apples! There’s no baking necessary, and no advanced preparation. Just slice up some apples, saute them in butter and spices, and bam! Eat it warm topped with vanilla ice cream, and there’s really not much better. In fact, why even make apple crisp or apple pie at all?

What’s better than a sweet berry crisp on a summer evening? Here’s our best nostalgic Blackberry Crisp recipe, aka the Blackberry Crumble! It’s just sweet enough, filled with sweet berries with a hint of orange and vanilla, and a crunchy oat crumble topping. Even better: you can make it with fresh or frozen berries! 

Here's a classic fruit dessert: blueberry cake! This one is a round cake, fluffy and moist, and it’s topped with a layer of purple-blue ripe blueberries. It’s lightly sweet and has a hint of lemon. Made with olive oil, Greek yogurt and applesauce, it tastes light and fresh instead of indulgent. This means you could serve it as a blueberry breakfast cake, or turn around and serve it for dessert with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Here's our favorite delicata squash recipe: roast it into fries! This root vegetable cooks quickly with no need to peel, and has a sweet, buttery flavor. Slice it into fries and serve it as a side dish with a homemade creamy sauce! 

Another great delicata squash recipe? Roast it up for a stunning salad! This one is something special, a hearty and healthy salad perfect for entertaining or to pair with a cozy soup. Roast up that squash in just 20 minutes, and in the meantime prep those refreshing pomegranate seeds, crunchy pistachios, and tangy honey mustard dressing. 

Delicata squash roasts up into beautiful half-moons, with edible skin (no peeling!) and a sweet flavor that’s something like a sweet potato. Even better, it’s quick to cook: just 20 minutes in a hot oven! It's a delightfully simple side dish that's ready in no time.

Here's how to make delicata squash into a meal! Make a chipotle glaze for the outside of the squash. Then roast it up with a stuffing of rice, black beans, corn, and salsa. It's so delicious and a fun way to make a fall dinner.

This cozy orange puree warms you from the inside out, ideal with a grilled cheese for lunch or as a first course to a fall dinner. There’s no need for heavy cream: just a handful of vegetables and spices make a robust, cozy flavor. 

Stuffed delicata squash is a perfect fall main dish: it’s homey, autumnal, and good for you, too! For stuffing, combine brown butter with sage and wild rice, along with vegetables and sharp cheddar cheese. The sweetness of the brown butter against the herbs and chewy wild rice is spot on!

Creamy, flavorful, this delicata squash orzo is made in one pot, risotto style, but comes together so much faster! The perfect vegetarian main dish or amazing side dish to any autumn dinner. via The Natural Nurturer

This tasty pasta dish is a combination of salad and pasta in one! It stars bits of chewy pasta, roasted delicata squash, and peppery arugula with a coating of butter and Parmesan. A perfect fall dinner idea! via Naturally Ella

Here's another fun delicata squash recipe: stuff it with quinoa and chickpeas to make it a main dish! The stuffing also features mint, dried cranberries and pistachios for herby, sweet and crunchy components. via Simple Veganist

This tasty salad featurese roasted delicata squash, kale, crispy walnut-Parmesan breadcrumbs and a creamy peppercorn dressing. This hearty roasted squash salad is filled with fall flavors and can double as an entree or side dish! via Dishing Out Health

Got an air fryer? Try it out with delicata squash for an easy fall side dish! Seasoned with a blend of garlic, Parmesan and spices, it's deliciously sweet and roasted to perfection in about 15 minutes! via Marisa Moore

Here's a fun and beautiful delicata squash recipe to impress! It stars baked squash, creamy tahini sauce, pomegranates, hazelnuts, and fresh parsley. It’s a symphony of texture and flavor, and utilizes some of autumn’s best produce. via Minimalist Baker

One of the best delicata squash recipes? Roast it up with a coating of Parmesan and thyme, and it's crispy and irresistibly delicious! It's a simple side dish in 30 minutes. via Skinny Taste

Here's another delicata squash recipe that makes it into a hearty dinner! Whole wheat pasta is tossed with homemade walnut-sage pesto and topped with roasted delicata squash. It's a vegetarian pasta that comes together quickly, but is impressive enough for special occasions. via A Beautiful Plate

Last up, here's a delicata squash recipe to impress: a skillet tian! Toss squash rings with butter and savory herbs, then roasted to perfection and topped with parmesan cheese! via Hungry Hobby

Let's start with a unique and irresistible Thanksgiving dessert: Pumpkin Bread Pudding! Imagine, bread cubes baked in a pumpkin-spiced custard until puffed and golden. Drizzle it with a golden bourbon butter sauce and wowza! It's a little bit of heaven. It's a great Thanksgiving alternative to pumpkin pie.

Here’s a Thanksgiving dessert that we like even better than pie: Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting! It’s beautifully thick and moist, scented with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. The best part? A layer of tangy, fluffy cream cheese frosting is its ideal flavor match. It’s so classic and irresistible, you’ll want to make it for every gathering.

These mini pies are more than just the novelty factor: though of course, everything is more fun mini-sized! These pies are half the serving of a normal piece of pumpkin pie, and they’re incredibly tasty. Each bite has the perfect ratio of silky smooth filling to flaky pie crust. 

Here's a stunning Thanksgiving dessert: homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream! Scoop up a bowl and it’s lusciously soft and creamy, scented with just the right hit of cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg. Each rich spoonful will make you raise your eyebrows in delight. Take it to the next level and add candied pecans for a sweet, salty crunch.

This really is Grandma’s recipe: we worked with Alex’s mom to adapt her famous fall favorite for your home kitchen. Tender, cozy-spiced apples are baked up in a flaky pasty crust with a spiced brown sugar syrup. The result is a revelation: there’s a reason Grandma is famous for these!

Another favorite Thanksgiving dessert: Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting! The bars are perfectly moist and cakey, with just the right warm-spiced interior from cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. They’re topped off with a lusciously creamy layer of cream cheese frosting that gives a tangy lift to each bite. 

Want a lighter option as a Thanksgiving dessert? Try Baked Apples! It’s like a short-cut apple crumble, but lighter, easier and tastier. Stuff the sweet tart fruit with oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and allspice, then bake until sweet and tender. The tart tang of the apple against the spiced crumbles is a bit of a revelation!

Here’s a cozy Thanksgiving dessert that’s calling your name: this easy apple cobbler recipe! The topping is a meld of a biscuit and a sugar cookie, chewy, sweet and baked into golden-brown dollops. It covers a sweetly-spiced apple layer that’s flavored with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and lemon zest for a little pop. Top it with melty vanilla ice cream and there’s really nothing more we want in an apple dessert.

Here’s our ultimate Thanksgiving dessert: Pumpkin Cookies! These sweet morsels are lusciously pillowy and chewy, scented with a burst of fall spices and a hint of molasses. The exterior has a subtle sugar crunch and a drizzle of simple sweet icing. Even better, the soft texture holds up for days.

Who says Thanksgiving desserts are only pie? This apple crisp recipe with oats is absolutely classic, harnessing all that cozy nostalgia of the season. The crumble topping is the ideal texture: crispy but not crunchy, and buttery but not soft. The fruit layer below will make your heart sing: cinnamon, a hint of ginger and allspice set off just a hint of orange and lemon zest. Take it over the top with a drizzle of Bourbon Sauce.

What makes this pie incredible? Let us count the ways. It tastes just like your favorite pumpkin pie, but it's 100% plant based! This vegan pie is so full of pumpkin-spiced sweetness and the flavors are so delightfully elevated, no one will guess it’s not the real thing. A true stunner!

They’re fudgy, chewy, chocolaty, and one of the favorite things to come out of our kitchen to date. Try these Sweet Potato Brownies! These brownies could not be more thrilled by their sweet potato interior. It makes the best chewy texture and loads them with nutrients. Perfect for the holiday!

A good pumpkin bread recipe works as dessert, especially if it's topped with this maple glaze. The scent wafting through your kitchen transports you to an autumn paradise, and the loaf falls just so into deliciously cozy-spiced slices. It’s tender and moist, but not too fluffy or too dense. The best part? It’s simple to whip up: one bowl, no special equipment; just dump and stir!

Thanksgiving desserts call for cozy spices like these chewy molasses ginger cookies! This recipe makes soft and chewy cookies with a sugar-crisp exterior, infused with cozy, bold spices. Each one is fractured into picture-perfect crinkles, and when you sink in your teeth for the first bite, it’s like being enveloped in a warm hug.

Variation: Make an ice cream sandwich with two of these cookies and pumpkin ice cream!

If there's someone we trust when it comes to Southern pies, it's Jocelyn Delk Adams of Grandbaby Cakes! This Southern Pecan Pie is the best classic pie that you can prepare in no time. Nutty, sweet and oh so buttery, this pie was made to be on your holiday table especially when served a la mode with vanilla ice cream! via Grandbaby Cakes

Another fantastic pie from Jocelyn Delk Adams is this Sweet Potato Pie! It's filled with tender baked sweet potato, indulgent fall flavors and baking spices in a flaky buttery crust. If you vote sweet potato pie vs pumpkin, this is the Thanksgiving dessert you need. Via Grandbaby Cakes

Here's a Thanksgiving dessert that will have everyone talking: try this mashup of s'mores and pumpkin pie! Layers of buttery graham cracker crust encase a spiced pumpkin pie filling, toasted marshmallows, and decadent chocolate ganache. via Grandbaby Cakes

Here's a Thanksgiving dessert that's stunning and decadent: Butter Pecan Cheesecake! It gives you the best of both worlds: pie and cheese cake. A crisp graham cracker crust, salted brown sugar cheesecake filling and buttery pecan pie topping come together to create a unique, flavorful holiday dessert! via Grandbaby Cakes

Here's a fancy Thanksgiving dessert: a French-style upside-down apple tart! This Apple Tarte Tatin starts with slow-cooked, caramelized apples that are baked into a flaky, buttery puff then topped with a spiced Baileys Apple Pie liqueur cream sauce. It's all about fall flavors! via Grandbaby Cakes

Want pecan pie but in bars form? Try these indulgent and gooey pecan pie bars! They've got a buttery shortbread base, toasted pecans, sticky caramel, loads of chocolate and a salt sprinkle. via Grandbaby Cakes

Here's a unique Thanksgiving dessert featuring the flavors of the season: Brown Butter Maple Blondies! These blondies are easy-to-make and absurdly tasty. They're buttery, chewy, packed with maple flavor and made with pantry-staple ingredients. via Grandbaby Cakes

Thanksgiving is the ideal festive occasion for pound cakes! This apple cake has a sticky caramel icing, and it's made with a decadent, buttery cream cheese and topped with sauteed fresh apples. Delightful! via Grandbaby Cakes

Here's a fun Thanksgiving dessert that's a mashup of the traditional pecan pie with an ice cream pie! It’s sweet, creamy, studded with crunchy pecans and swirled with sweet syrup. It's a stunner! via Grandbaby Cakes

Creamy, smooth, rich, and indulgent Pumpkin Cheesecake made with a Biscoff cookie crust and topped with homemade whipped cream. This sumptuous dessert by baking expert Tessa Arias is fall perfection and perfect for any Thanksgiving dessert table! via Handle the Heat

Caramel pecan blondies for Thanksgiving dessert? Yes please! They feature an ultra chewy brown sugar blondie with a hidden layer of rich, gooey, and crunchy caramel pecan filling. Truly stunning! via Handle the Heat

Here's a unique Thanksgiving dessert that will have everyone coming back for more: Sweet Potato Pie Bars! They've got a thick graham cracker crust, fresh sweet potato filling, and tall toasted homemade marshmallow topping. via Handle the Heat

Looking for a traditional Thanksgiving dessert? Try an Apple Galette! The rustic crust makes it much easier than apple pie. It's got a buttery, flaky tart crust and a perfectly spiced apple filling. via Handle the Heat

Here's a fun, unique Thanksgiving dessert: creme brulee pumpkin bars! They're a fun twist on the traditional pumpkin pie with a graham cracker crust, chocolate layer, and creamy, spiced cheesecake filling, all topped with a crunchy caramelized sugar topping.

Are pecans your jam? Try this butter pecan sheet cake! It's moist and fluffy, studded with butter pecans, and topped with a luscious brown sugar glaze. It's easy to whip up with no mixer required! via Handle the Heat

Last up: pumpkin and chocolate make magic in these Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake Bars! They're luscious, thick, and smooth with a crunchy, buttery crust and swirls of chocolate. via Handle the Heat

Love Hennessy and want something to do with it? Try the Hennessy Margarita! Pairing this classy Cognac with aged tequila, lime and orange liqueur makes a seriously sophisticated drink. In fact, it tastes like a combination of a classic Sidecar and a margarita! Both classic drinks feature citrus, Cognac and Cointreau: which makes for a flavor-packed, nuanced sip.

Next up in our Hennessy cocktails, a boozy classic cocktail that’s one of the greats: the Sazerac! If you love spirit-forward drinks like the Old Fashioned, this one’s for you. Along with the oak, vanilla and caramel notes of Hennessy, absinthe gives a black licorice finish to each sip! This outlawed liquor is now back in good graces (since 2007, at least), and it’s good reason to try this famous slow sipper. It’s the official drink of New Orleans and one of the oldest cocktails there is.

Here’s a two ingredient Hennessy cocktail that tastes greater then the sum of its parts: the Stinger! This genius combination of Cognac and crème de menthe is a classic cocktail invented in 1890. Today, it’s one of the lesser known classics: but we think it needs a revival.

Got 1 minute? Then you’ve got time to mix up the French Connection: an amaretto and Hennessy cocktail! Arguably the easiest cocktail on the planet, this slow-sipper features Hennessy and amaretto in a perfect pairing. Serve it over ice and you’ve got a sophisticated drink that’s far greater than the sum of its parts. The amaretto gives it an almond essence that matches the strength of the Cognac.

Here’s one of the very best Hennessy cocktails, and possibly one of the best classic cocktails of all time. The Sidecar! What’s so great about the Sidecar? This drink is perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, with just the right edge from the boozy Hennessy. It’s a complex, layered drink: warm, crisp, dry, rich, and full at the same time.

Want a quick and dirty Hennessy cocktail? Try Hennessy and Coke! This spin on the Rum and Coke might be considered low brow by some…but add this Cognac and it’s a top notch drink! The oak, vanilla and caramel notes of the Hennessy are a perfect fit with the sweetness of bubbly cola. Here we’ve added a few tips to take this cocktail to the sophisticated level. Here’s how to make the best Hennessy and Coke to impress all your friends.

Here’s a bright and tangy drink that’s a little sassy: the Between the Sheets cocktail! A spin on the classic Sidecar, it features rum and Hennessy Cognac together: something that in Prohibition times was thought to be a little naughty. The rum adds nuance to this citrusy drink, and it’s a great sour cocktail that goes down easy. Of course, if you’ve never had a Sidecar: go make one of those first. Then you’ll appreciate this drink in all its glory.

Last up in our must-try Hennessy cocktails: the Vieux Carre! If you love a Manhattan or Old Fashioned, it’s safe to say you’ll love this drink too. This unique classic cocktail comes from New Orleans: the name means “French Quarter” in French. It’s strong and alcohol forward, made with not one but two types of bitters. The complex flavor is ideal for Cognac lovers who love to relax with a slow sipper in hand. 

Looking for a warming drink with Hennessy? Try the Hennessy Hot Toddy! This variation on the classic Hot Toddy is uniquely delicious, featuring the fruity, sweet taste of brandy with apple and cinnamon. Adding hot water opens up the flavor of the liquor so you can appreciate the complexity in each sip.

This creamy, boozy delight is easier than you think! The Alexander is equal parts creamy, intriguing, and delicious: a mix of Hennessy with cocoa liqueur and heavy cream. It’s almost like a more sophisticated version of the White Russian.

Turn your favorite drink into a strawberry cocktail with this refreshing variation: a strawberry margarita! This one is icy and fruity, full of berry flavor but perfectly complimented with tangy lime and the bite of tequila. The margarita pairs perfectly with fruit, and you'll fall in love with this drink's vibrant color and sweet tart flavor. 

Ingredients: Tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, frozen strawberries, simple syrup, ice

The most famous strawberry cocktail of them all: all hail the strawberry daiquiri! This rum cocktail also has a distinct 1990's resort vibe, but pleasantly so. Our version has pure berry flavor and is just sweet enough. One taste, and you’ll be singing its praises! If you'd like, whip up a little lime daiquiri as a festive topping: and it adds even more tangy flavor as it mixes in.

Also try: Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

Ingredients: White rum, frozen strawberries, maple syrup or simple syrup, lime juice, ice

What’s better than a Mojito? A Strawberry Mojito! The classic ranks in our top greatest cocktails of all time. But how to make it even tastier? Add fresh berries to the mix! The sweet tart flavor of ripe strawberries only improves this classic. Muddling some fresh berries right into your drink makes for a deliciously vibrant drink that’s perfect for summer…or anytime.

When it comes to classic cocktails, usually the original is the best. But when it comes to mimosas… well, this strawberry mimosa cocktail might be even better! The classic mimosa stars orange juice and champagne: but why not add bright red strawberries to the mix? Pureeing fresh strawberries with the orange juice adds fruity berry notes to the flavor palate. It’s a stunning brunch cocktail that makes any occasion more festive…even if it’s just a celebration for yourself!

Ingredients: Fresh strawberries, orange juice, Prosecco or champagne

Here’s light, refreshing drink that’s perfect for summer, or anytime you’ve got a load of fresh strawberries. Try this strawberry vodka cocktail! Mix it up right in the glass, and enjoy the pairing of beautifully fresh flavors: a homemade strawberry syrup, citrusy lime juice, and a spray of brilliant bubbles. Add a sprig of mint, and it’s all about barefoot, porch-swing sipping flavor.

Here’s a beautiful drink that simply screams summer: this Strawberry Basil G&T! It’s a spin on the gin and tonic that features perfect pairing of sweet berries and peppery fresh herbs. There’s nothing we love more than a good summer cocktail, and this one is pretty special. It’s bubbly, light, and just sweet enough: perfect for sipping by the pool or grill!

If you love berries and you love sangria…then you must drop everything and make this now. Presenting…the perfect Strawberry Sangria! Many American-style sangria recipes are just glorified fruit juice. But this one is Spanish style, full of nuance and character. The berries sing and the dry rosé notes peak through just enough. Serve it with a splash of sparkling water and a skewer of fruit, and it’s pretty darn perfect…we think.

Frosé is a mashup between a frozen cocktail and that quintessential summer wine...aka Frozen Rosé ! Most frose recipes are sickly sweet, but this one is truly perfect. It's just sweet enough and keeps the beautiful character of the rosé wine. Blend it with strawberries for a beautiful color and light sweetness. This one's a fan favorite!

Try this bubbly and fruity Vodka Spritzer! It’s just sweet enough with a subtle berry flavor: tangy, refreshing and sparkling all at once. It makes for the most satisfying party drink that you won’t want to end.

Try a pitcher of homemade Strawberry Lemonade! This drink is bright and beautiful, citrusy with a hit of berry on the finish. It tastes infinitely better made at home: the flavors are brilliantly fresh. This one has become a favorite over here as a summery drink. Spike it by the glass by adding 1 cup of the strawberry lemonade with ¼ cup vodka or 3 tablespoons gin.