๐Ÿฅง 10 Sweet Autumn Treats That Fill Hearts & Bellies


Hi, Reader,

Fall is finally here (well, almost according to the calendar!), and you know what that means - time to fill our kitchens with the most heavenly apple and pumpkin treats!

I've gathered my family's 10 absolute favorite fall homemade goodies that have my kids asking for seconds (and thirds!).

From gooey apple crisp to spiced pumpkin cake, these recipes are pure autumn magic. Trust me, your house will smell incredible! ๐Ÿฅง๐ŸŽƒ

(Just an extra note to tell you I am hosting a Crocktober event - 31 days of new crockpot dinner recipes - and I'd love for you to join me here!)

10 Apple & Pumpkin Treats to Make

This foolproof Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust and cream cheese filling with fall pumpkin spice flavors!


My go-to easy apple pie recipe made with fresh apples! This homemade recipe will become a family-favorite, perfect every time!


Pumpkin Dump Cake made with a cake mix, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, butter, and pecans. It's SO fast and easy and everyone LOVES it!


This simple apple hand pies recipe is made by cutting pie crust into circle and filling them with a homemade apple pie filling. ENJOY!


I love this healthy pumpkin muffin recipe! Made in one bowl with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, pumpkin puree & fragrant fall spices. Easy & delicious too!



Free Resources for You


A Few of My Favorite Things...

This is the Bless This Mess Amazon storefront affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

Thank you for being here! I so appreciate you,

Melissa

โ€‹

Bless this Mess

Looking for easy family recipes, sourdough recipe, meal plans, and kids snacks? You're in the right place!

Read more from Bless this Mess
turkey in roasting pan.

Hi, Reader, I hope you're enjoying the buildup to Thanksgiving as much as I am! ๐Ÿฆƒ But I also hope you know that Thanksgiving prep doesn't have to be stressful when you tackle it ahead of time! I've rounded up 10 make-ahead recipes that'll save your sanity, from dry brining the turkey to even-better-made-ahead pumpkin cheesecake to some favorite sides. Let's make this your easiest (and most enjoyable) Thanksgiving yet! ๐Ÿฅงโœจ 10 Prep-Ahead Thanksgiving Recipes Grab your turkey, get it thawed out,...

pumpkin cake with whipped cream on top.

Hi, Reader, I'm loving all the fall foods and squash, including pumpkins, is something I pick up pretty often at the farmers market during this season. My family loves the sweet treats, and don't even mind the savory pumpkin dinner recipes, so I'm sharing those today!From fluffy pumpkin buttermilk pancakes for breakfast to cozy pumpkin chicken curry for dinner, I've got 10 tried-and-true recipes that'll make your fall cooking so much easier. Here's the easy way I cook a pumpkin in the Instant...

garlic knots in bowl.

Hi, Reader, Does cooler weather make you want to turn your kitchen into a bakery? Me, too! ๐Ÿž There's nothing quite like the smell of homemade bread filling your kitchen on a chilly day, so I've rounded up 10 of our family's favorite bread recipes โ€” from Mom's legendary Jumbo Dinner Rolls to Grandma Lucy's Famous Clover Rolls. Whether you're craving a crusty French Baguette or soft Sourdough Rolls, these recipes will make you feel like a bread-baking pro! Let's get those ovens busy! ๐Ÿฅ–โœจ...