Fall Recipes Archives - Sugar Spun Run https://sugarspunrun.com/category/seasonal/fall-recipes/ Sweet, simple, and from-scratch dessert recipes Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:00:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://sugarspunrun.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/cropped-SugarSpunRun_flowers-32x32.png Fall Recipes Archives - Sugar Spun Run https://sugarspunrun.com/category/seasonal/fall-recipes/ 32 32 Turkey Pot Pie — Great for Leftover Turkey! https://sugarspunrun.com/turkey-pot-pie/ https://sugarspunrun.com/turkey-pot-pie/#comments Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=5061 My favorite turkey pot pie recipe is made easily and completely from scratch with seasonal veggies and flavors. It's the perfect way to use up the last of your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers!


Turkey pot pie made in a cast iron pan with one slice missing.

What do you usually do with your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers?  Do you pick at them cold from the fridge, like my sister? Do you slap them on bread and have dry turkey sandwiches, like my dad? Or do you revive them by making something totally new, delicious, and cozy, like a turkey pot pie?

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The Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes https://sugarspunrun.com/best-thanksgiving-side-dishes/ https://sugarspunrun.com/best-thanksgiving-side-dishes/#comments Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56714 Thanksgiving side dishes are just as important as the turkey! Here are 16 Thanksgiving sides ranging from classic and crowd-pleasing to unexpected and irresistible.


collage of thanksgiving side dishes

Whether you are hosting Thanksgiving this year or simply bringing a dish, side dishes should be a definite consideration. Do you want something creamy and rich, crisp and crunchy, soft and fluffy? Maybe even one of each? That's where this Thanksgiving side dishes recipe roundup comes in handy--I've put all the options in one easy list!

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Sweet Potato Casserole https://sugarspunrun.com/sweet-potato-casserole/ https://sugarspunrun.com/sweet-potato-casserole/#comments Thu, 16 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=57053 This classic sweet potato casserole recipe is elevated by a few simple ingredients like maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla. Make it ahead to save time on Thanksgiving! Recipe includes a how-to video!


Gold spoon scooping sweet potato casserole out of a white dish.

My family requests (demands) I make this sweet potato casserole recipe every year for Thanksgiving. It's a staple side dish on our holiday table, holding its own among its ever-popular peers (green been casserole and sausage stuffing, in our house anyway!).

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cheesecake-pie/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cheesecake-pie/#comments Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56950 My pumpkin cheesecake pie is a beautifully swirled combination of pumpkin pie and classic cheesecake. It's the perfect Thanksgiving dessert! Recipe includes a how-to video!


Overhead view of a swirled pumpkin cheesecake pie in a wood cutting board.

Today's recipe is beautiful marriage of two flavors and two favorite desserts: creamy cheesecake (my favorite) and pumpkin pie (my husband's favorite!). Served over a crisp, crumbly graham cracker crust, this is a fall-flavored masterpiece that deserves a spot on your Thanksgiving table!

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Spice Cookies https://sugarspunrun.com/spice-cookies/ https://sugarspunrun.com/spice-cookies/#comments Thu, 26 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56772 My soft and chewy spice cookies are infused with five different spices and topped with an easy vanilla drizzle. This is such a warm and cozy cookie recipe--perfect for fall! Recipe includes a how-to video!


Pile of spice cookies topped with vanilla glaze.

So what exactly are spice cookies? Well for starters, spice cookies are not the same thing as gingerbread men or gingersnap cookies. We won't be adding any molasses to this recipe (besides what is in the brown sugar!), and the resulting cookies will have a softer, chewier texture.

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Apple Pie Cheesecake https://sugarspunrun.com/apple-pie-cheesecake/ https://sugarspunrun.com/apple-pie-cheesecake/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56673 Apple pie cheesecake is an incredible blend of classic cheesecake and apple pie. My version is served on a walnut-infused crust and topped with an easy crumb topping. It's perfect for fall! Recipe includes a how-to video!


Whole apple pie cheesecake that's been cut into slices with one slice missing.

Similar to my recent gourmet cookie obsession, I've also been on a bit of a gourmet cheesecake kick lately. It all started with my salted caramel cheesecake, continued with my turtle cheesecake and peanut butter cheesecake, and today I'm taking things even further with this glorious apple pie cheesecake!

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cheesecake-cookies/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cheesecake-cookies/#comments Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56472 Filled with cheesecake and rolled in cinnamon sugar, these pumpkin cheesecake cookies are incredibly gourmet and perfect for fall! Recipe includes a how-to video!


Two halves of a pumpkin cheesecake cookie stacked on top of each other.

So far I've shared pumpkin cheesecake in classic form, as mini no-bake cheesecakes, and most recently, as cheesecake bars. Today, I'm taking things one step further and sharing pumpkin cheesecake cookies!

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Butternut Squash Soup https://sugarspunrun.com/butternut-squash-soup/ https://sugarspunrun.com/butternut-squash-soup/#comments Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56119 This warm and cozy butternut squash soup is the perfect soup for fall. It's so smooth and creamy, and it's also incredibly easy to make too! Includes vegetarian or vegan options. Recipe includes a how-to video!


Bowl of butternut squash soup topped with roasted pumpkin seeds.

Subtly sweet and creamy, the flavors in this beautiful butternut squash soup pair so eloquently. This is a unique and satisfying soup that was truly made for fall!

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Cozy Pot Roast Recipe https://sugarspunrun.com/best-pot-roast-recipe/ https://sugarspunrun.com/best-pot-roast-recipe/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=56100 This classic, best pot roast recipe cooks low and slow in one pot and absolutely melts in your mouth. It yields a flavorful dinner that will feed the whole family (with leftovers to spare!) and is the perfect cold-weather food. Make it in the oven, slow cooker, or pressure cooker. Recipe includes a detailed how-to video tutorial!


Plate of beef pot roast with baby potatoes and carrots.

The humble pot roast.



While surely you must have a recipe for this simple American classic tucked away somewhere or dog-eared in an old cookbook, today I'm bringing you my family's favorite and your new favorite version. It's been carefully tweaked to perfection, delivers flavor you didn't even know was possible with a pot roast (seriously!), and will have everyone asking for seconds (and probably for the recipe, too). ]]>
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Apple Pie Cookies https://sugarspunrun.com/apple-pie-cookies/ https://sugarspunrun.com/apple-pie-cookies/#comments Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=55749 Apple pie cookies have all the components of apple pie, but in cookie form! My recipe uses a homemade apple pie filling and even includes an optional "a la mode" decoration. Recipe includes a how-to video!


Two halves of an apple pie cookie stacked on top of each other.

Not to be confused with hand pies, my apple pie cookies are gourmet cookies inspired by classic apple pie! They are so fun to make and would be a truly unique and welcomed addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table.

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Caramel Apple Dip https://sugarspunrun.com/caramel-apple-dip/ https://sugarspunrun.com/caramel-apple-dip/#comments Tue, 19 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=55756 This homemade caramel apple dip is made 100% from scratch with real caramelized sugar--no condensed milk or brown sugar shortcuts! It's thick, glossy, and tastes so much better than the store-bought kind.


Dish of caramel apple dip being stirred with a spoon.

This caramel apple dip is perfect for when you're craving one of those gourmet, old-fashioned caramel apples, but don't want the hassle of making a whole batch. It's a fun dessert dip that's most commonly enjoyed in the fall, but now you can make it any time the caramel apple craving strikes!

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Apple Crisp Recipe https://sugarspunrun.com/easy-apple-crisp/ https://sugarspunrun.com/easy-apple-crisp/#comments Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=14617 This classic apple crisp recipe can be prepped in just 10 minutes and ready within an hour! My recipe uses melted butter for an incredibly buttery flavor without ever touching a pastry cutter. Recipe includes a how-to video!


Bowl of apple crisp topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and cinnamon.

Picture it now...warm, sugared and spiced juicy apples baked to tender perfection beneath a generous blanket of buttery crisp...are you ready for fall yet? Make a batch of this apple crisp, and you'll be there in no time!

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Gingerbread Cupcakes https://sugarspunrun.com/gingerbread-cupcakes/ https://sugarspunrun.com/gingerbread-cupcakes/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=8726 These moist and fluffy Gingerbread Cupcakes are carefully designed to have beautiful domed tops. My recipe is quick (less than an hour) and includes a cinnamon and brown sugar frosting. Includes a how to video!



Gingerbread cupcake topped with a brown sugar cream cheese frosting and cinnamon sticks.


I can't think of a more festive way to welcome December than with these soft and fluffy gingerbread cupcakes! These are outrageously moist and tender cupcakes packed full of spices and flavor. I've chosen to top them with a brown sugar and cinnamon spiced variation of my cream cheese frosting, and it complements the gingerbread flavor SO well!

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Turkey Chili (Great for leftover Turkey!) https://sugarspunrun.com/turkey-chili-leftover-turkey/ https://sugarspunrun.com/turkey-chili-leftover-turkey/#comments Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=14800 My thick, hearty, and easy Turkey Chili is perfect for using up leftover Thanksgiving turkey! This recipe has an incredible flavor (thanks to a sneaky key ingredient), cooks in one pot, and can be on your table in under an hour.



Bowl of turkey chili topped with sour cream, avocado, and shredded cheese.


After spending Thanksgiving day chopping, roasting, baking, and simmering, you may find yourself avoiding the kitchen in the days after. Sure, leftovers are usually plentiful, but even those get old after a few days. Luckily, we have this turkey chili to fill the void.

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Pumpkin Cake https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-layer-cake/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-layer-cake/#comments Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=11810 My soft, spiced, melt-in-your-mouth Pumpkin Cake takes just 20 minutes to prep before baking. Top it with a simple cream cheese frosting, and you've got yourself a seasonal showstopper! Recipe includes a how-to video!



Slice of pumpkin cake frosted with cream cheese frosting on a white plate.


This pumpkin cake is based off of my popular pumpkin cupcake recipe, with just a few tweaks to make it suitable as a layer cake. It's perfect for fall birthdays, Halloween parties, and of course, Thanksgiving (have you planned your menu yet?!). Everyone will love how sweet, soft, moist this recipe is!

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Dutch Apple Pie https://sugarspunrun.com/sour-cream-apple-pie/ https://sugarspunrun.com/sour-cream-apple-pie/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=8464 This Dutch Apple Pie beats every other apple pie recipe out there! It's made with an easy homemade crust, plenty of apples, and a crumbly, buttery walnut topping. Recipe includes a how-to video!



Slice of Dutch apple pie on a white plate.


Allow me to introduce you to the recipe that has absolutely ruined me for every other apple pie out there. Truly nothing compares to the flavor of this Dutch apple pie, with its buttery, streusel topping, tender spiced apples, and flaky homemade pie crust. Adding a scoop of ice cream on top? That's just sinful (and highly recommended)!

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Pumpkin Cheesecake https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cheesecake/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cheesecake/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=11382 My easy, creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake is made completely from scratch WITHOUT a water bath! I'm including lots of tips to prevent cracks so yours can turn out just like the pictures. Recipe includes a how-to video!



Slice of pumpkin cheesecake topped with cinnamon whipped cream on a white plate.


You're not getting tired of cheesecake yet, right? I know I'm not 😍 I've received quite a few requests for how to turn my classic cheesecake into a pumpkin cheesecake, so I figured it was about time I re-shared this recipe. This one is just as easy as my classic recipe, and of course, it's made WITHOUT a water bath...yay!

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-cookies/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-cookies/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:30:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=11534 My Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are carefully crafted to be soft, thick, and chewy (not cakey!). This is a simple and easy recipe made without a mixer! Recipe includes a how-to video.



Pile of pumpkin chocolate chip cookies.


These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are like a pumpkin-spiced version of my worst chocolate chip cookies. They're soft, chewy, full of flavor, and infused with just the right amount of pumpkin and pumpkin spice--there's a lot to love about them! It took a lot of testing to achieve these results though.

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Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds https://sugarspunrun.com/sweet-pumpkin-seeds/ https://sugarspunrun.com/sweet-pumpkin-seeds/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:30:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?post_type=recipe&p=7977
Metal scoop of cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds surrounded by orange flowers.


If carving pumpkins is on your agenda this week, DON'T throw away your pumpkin seeds! Instead, save them and make cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds. These are quick, so festive, and absolutely irresistible! You may even find yourself buying a few extra pumpkins just to make them 😉]]>
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Spice Cake https://sugarspunrun.com/spice-cake/ https://sugarspunrun.com/spice-cake/#comments Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:30:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=17472 My super simple Spice Cake Recipe is full of fall spices and covered with a silky cream cheese frosting. It comes together in just one hour in ONE BOWL! Recipe includes a how-to video!



Two-layer slice of spice cake missing one bite.


My super moist and incredibly flavorful spice cake recipe is a favorite around here. It's rich with all the cozy flavors of the season, and it's also super easy to make! I love the simplicity of tossing everything in a 9x13 pan and frosting it right in the pan once it's baked and cooled. Easy and delicious!

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Pumpkin Bars https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-bars/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-bars/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=14774 These Pumpkin Bars are a soft, yet sturdy cake/cookie bar hybrid. My recipe is quick and easy to make, with just 20 minutes of prep before baking! Recipe includes a how-to video!



Pumpkin bar frosted with cream cheese frosting on a white plate.


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Pumpkin Bundt Cake https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-bundt-cake/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-bundt-cake/#comments Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=44478 My Pumpkin Bundt Cake recipe features a moist, spiced pumpkin cake topped with a thick cream cheese glaze. It's simple to make (just 25 minutes of prep!) and perfect for fall! Recipe includes a how-to video!



Slice of pumpkin bundt cake topped with cream cheese glaze on a plate with a fork taking one bite.


My pumpkin bundt cake has all the cozy seasonal flavors of fall wrapped into a moist, dense bundt cake. It's buttery, vibrantly spiced, and crowned with a stunning, thick cream cheese glaze. The dense crumb (similar to my other bundt cake or pound cake) means this cake is sturdy, but still melts in your mouth. It's perfection!

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Pumpkin Snickerdoodles https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-snickerdoodles/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-snickerdoodles/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=14776 These Pumpkin Snickerdoodles are a fun fall spin on classic snickerdoodles! My recipe has the perfect soft and chewy (not cakey!) texture with a buttery pumpkin flavor. Recipe includes a how-to video!



Two pumpkin snickerdoodles stacked on top of each other with the top cookie missing a bite.


If you think you love snickerdoodles, wait until you try these pumpkin snickerdoodles! These fall-flavored cookies are incredibly soft, chewy, and buttery. They have a distinct snickerdoodle flavor accented by pumpkin, cinnamon sugar, and other fall spices, and they're truly the perfect fall cookie!

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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cream-cheese-muffins/ https://sugarspunrun.com/pumpkin-cream-cheese-muffins/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=11133 My Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are stuffed with a cream cheese filling and topped with my easy (no pastry cutter needed) streusel. They're perfectly spiced and moist--such a fun fall breakfast treat! Recipe includes a how-to video!



two halves of a pumpkin cream cheese muffin stacked on top of each other to show their cheesecake centers


If you thought you loved my regular pumpkin muffins, just wait until you try this cream cheese-stuffed version! These pumpkin cream cheese muffins are perfected to be moist, not too sweet, and just the right amount of indulgent (although I'm 100% unopposed to eating sweets for breakfast; have you seen my pumpkin coffee cake?!). The very best part is what's inside: a sweet, cheesecake-inspired surprise that you wouldn't suspect from the outside.

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Apple Fritters Recipe (with Video!) https://sugarspunrun.com/apple-fritters-recipe/ https://sugarspunrun.com/apple-fritters-recipe/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://sugarspunrun.com/?p=14493 I'm sharing my easy recipe for Apple Fritters made without yeast! These are tender, fluffy, and sweet, and they're coated in a simple apple cider glaze. Recipe includes a how-to video! 



close-up view of glazed fritters


Apple fritters are a fun, easy, and irresistible fall treat. Among apple desserts, they are often overshadowed by apple pie or apple crisp, while apple turnovers or muffins typically take the apple breakfast crown. But fritters can be either (depending on your sweet tooth!) and deserve to enjoy all of their soft, spiced apple glory.

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