There is something about the crunch of dried fallen leaves on a crisp cloudless autumn day that makes the urge for a harvest-time treat even more strong. While there are always tried and true go-to recipes, here are a few unexpected desserts that are welcome for this long awaited season.
Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread
There is a phrase in Maine called downeast which is a term to describe the sailing direction towards the eastern coastal regions of Maine. Since the word’s inception in the early 19th century, being used among sailors and locals alike, downeast has become an adjective to describe the eastern coastal regions of Maine and New England. Here this regional Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread is no-fuss and no-frills, using oil as the fat, allowing you to whip it up without a mixer. Its moist crumb is perfect for traveling, as it stays fresh for days, regardless of you going downeast to Maine or east-ard of Boston. Get the recipe and the step by clicking the link here.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorn Truffles
If you want a fun and cute no-bake fall treat then this recipe for Peanut Butter Acorn Truffles fits the bill! A simple peanut butter truffle base is shaped like tiny acorns, double dipped into chocolate and rolled in chopped peanuts. A small bit of pretzel is inserted into the top, completely the acorn appearance. Get the recipe and the step-by-step instructions by clicking the link here.
Gingerbread Pumpkin Pancakes
These Gingerbread Pumpkin Pancakes are a breakfast staple that eat like a holiday morning dessert. The spice-laced batter is mixed with pumpkin puree and a bit of robust molasses, baking up into a pancake that has the essence of a holiday cookie! Get the recipe by clicking the link here.
Caramel Apple Spice Thumbprints
Caramel Apple Spice Thumbprints are the perfect quintessential taste of fall. A chewy and tender thumbprint cookie is perfumed with apple spice inside the dough and outside with an apple spice sugar-coating. Baked until barely golden, the centers of each thumbprint are filled with a bit of caramel sauce and finished in the oven for an additional minute. A bite of one of these cookies tastes like digging into a slice of caramel drizzled-apple pie! If you want to make these thumbprints, click the link!
German Apple Pie
German Apple Pie has a twist that’s different from your classic recipe! After the apples are sliced and seasoned with warming species, they are placed into the pie crust and topped with a unique ingredient twist — heavy cream. The cream bakes with the apples producing a tender and decadent slice of fall! Curious about the recipe? Click the link!
Harvest Spice Bread
This cake-like bread is called Harvest Bread because apple pear carrot pumpkin spice bread is a tad bit too long! The batter is packed full of ripe seasonal fruits and classic baking veggies like carrot and pumpkin, creating a cake that is moist but not too dense. A slice of this bread can be eaten at any time of the day with a smear of butter, cream cheese, or jam! If you want to bake up this bread, click the link here!
No Bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake
No Bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake is one of those desserts that’ll never let you down, especially during the fall season. When the stovetop and oven are hard at work with other dishes cooking and baking away, this pie simply takes a chill in the freezer. A whipped vanilla infused cream cheese base firms up in a graham cracker crust. Once chilled it gets garnished with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and toasted pecans for a dessert that’s both light, airy, buttery, and nutty toasted flavors. Get the recipe with a detailed set of instructions by clicking the link here.
Apple Pie Banana Bread
Apple Pie Banana Bread fuses everyday banana bread with the seasonal delight of an apple pie. A moist banana bread batter is studded with spice and sugar coated apples and baked with a delightful crumble on top. The tender bread is contrasted with that slightly crunchy crumbly texture of the topping. Find the ingredient list and the instructions here.
Apple Fritter Muffins
Apple fritters are a must during the fall and this recipe for Apple Fritter Muffins gives you the taste of the sweet treat without the hassle of deep frying. The batter is chock full of apple pieces that keep a nice, not mushy texture. A buttery streusel topping makes for the wonderful and satisfying textural contrast. The last step, a drizzle of a quick glaze, is the perfect way to round out this dessert. Curious about the recipe? Then click the link here!
