Looking for ways to sneak a little fall into your life? You’re in luck! This recipe collection has everything from early fall drinks, snacks to desserts + dinners that embrace everything you love about autumn without rushing the seasons!
It’s September and we’re all itching for fall- cozy campfires, ball games and boots, pumpkins, mums and sweater weather. But alas… here in the south, well, we’re not quite there yet. So what can we do in the meantime?
Plenty! This collection is full of little ways we can sneak a little fall into our lives. You’re going to love sipping on Apple Spice Mint Tea, munching on No-Bake S’mores, even spooning up a bowl of chili or two. So get ready to satisfy all your fall cravings!
Fall Recipes to Enjoy Now
This easy apple tea is perfect for this time of year. The transitional spiced apple flavors hit all the right notes for those who are already dreaming of fall, while juicy blackberries and bright mint keep it just cool enough so the seasons don’t feel rushed.
If you love a warm biscuit piled high with sticky sweet figs and topped with bacon, then this, my friends, is absolutely the recipe for you! Tantalizingly sweet & savory, Bacon Fig Pizza is topped with dried (or fresh) figs, fig preserves, chopped bacon, goat cheese and shaved Parmesan. A true comfort food, this wonderful flat bread recipe is perfect for brunch, dinner or as an appetizer!
Pull out all the stops with this gorgeous Autumn Pear Salad with Figs & Ginger Molasses Vinaigrette.  Dark greens, crisp pears, rich figs, dried cranberries, toasted pumpkin seeds, bacon, walnuts and cool bleu cheese make this more than salad. It’s near autumn perfection.Â
It’s official! S’mores aren’t just for campfires anymore! Enjoy gooey, chocolatey S’mores indoors anytime of the year with this easy no bake recipe using Golden Grahams (or any honey grahams cereal), chocolate chunks and mini marshmallows.
Rich Texas Red Chili is a hearty, meaty dish with nary a bean in sight! Partner it up with sour cream, cheese and corn chips for an early fall dinner that is unbelievable quick and easy to make!
Fire up your griddles, broilers and skillets, my friends, and get ready for this Grilled Pimento Cheese, Apple & Bacon Sandwich to knock your socks off! Everybody knows a good grilled cheese is hard to beat. Â
Celebrate the best of the season with a fun Apple Cider Cheese Fondue! You’re going to love dipping pretzels, pears, apples, smoked sausage, even sour dough bread into oodles of hot, melty smoked gouda, swiss and sharp cheddar cheeses with just a hint of spicy apple cider. Â
Looking for the lighter side of fall food? This bright apple coleslaw with its easy homemade buttermilk dressing is just what you need. A perfect go-to side dish when apples are in season, this ‘oh, so light and crisp’ slaw is tangy, sweet, and just the thing you’ve been looking for to easily round out your fall table.
Everyone notices when this quick and easy pear galette with a dollop of ice cream shows up for coffee or graces your family table. Simple to make with beautiful seasonal pears and a humble but elegant appearance, the pear galette embodies the best of all that early fall has to offer.
Rich and creamy, this easy to make Butterscotch Coffee Creamer will have you making cozy coffee drinks to sip from your favorite mug right in your own kitchen! There’s nothing better!
Chock full of chunky chopped apples and buttery walnuts with just a hint of cinnamon and the right amount of sweetness, this Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake recipe is melt-in-your-mouth tender with a perfect, crackly crust on top.
This easy recipe for Out of This World White Chicken Chili is made wonderfully thick and creamy using rich cream cheese, creamed corn, shredded chicken, and white beans. And don’t forget about the spicy little kick from a jar of tangy salsa verde! Out of this world, you say? Oh, yes. One bite and this quick & simple recipe is sure to find its way to your table again and again.
Easy Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfaits with apples & pumpkin granola are a quick and simple way to get a healthy breakfast or afternoon snack on the table! Rich, velvety layers of greek yogurt, mixed with peanut butter, honey and spices with the crisp crunch of fall apples and sweet pumpkin granola make this treat you and yours will want to eat all the time!
Cozy up to fall with this easy Apple Pear Crisp! Layers of sliced apples and pears are wrapped in a brown sugar cinnamon filling, full of warm spices and topped with a crunchy oatmeal pecan topping. This foolproof apple dessert is what autumn is all about!
Making a light seasonal dish is easy with this deliciously crunchy Broccoli Slaw recipe. Loaded with apples, brussel sprouts, bacon and walnuts and topped with a simple Dijon vinaigrette, this versatile side dish is has what it takes to satisfy at family gatherings, tailgates and potlucks, but also makes for the perfect simple lunch. Â
This fresh salad of pomegranate arils, pears, and apples with crisp Romaine, glazed pecans, goat cheese, red onion and pepitas is the perfect fall side dish! Shake up an easy pomegranate vinaigrette dressing to top it all off. Looking to make an out of this world dinner salad? Add rotisserie chicken or leftover holiday turkey and slices of avocado for the win!
Before You Go…
Don’t forget about Apple Spice Caramel Corn from our Tasty Snack List! It’s a surprisingly quick and easy recipe that has all the feels and crunch of the essential fall snack. It’s the perfect way to add a little early fall to your life!
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