35 Best Fall Recipes for Cozy Meals All Season Long
I don't know about you guys but I ALWAYS get so excited once fall rolls around. The cooler weather, comfy warm sweaters, fall decor, and of course, the warm, comforting meals are all things I look forward to every year! There's truly something special about cooking in the fall-- the warmth of a hearty bowl of chili, sweet breakfasts, and all the pumpkin-flavored treats.
If that sound delicious to you, then you're going to love this round up! I've compiled 35 of my top favorite cozy fall recipes to help get you into the fall spirit. From drinks and breakfasts, to dinners, side dishes and desserts, you'll want to save these recipes and add them to your collection.
Let's get started!
Drink Recipes:
1. Pumpkin Spice Cold Foam
You can't have fall without pumpkin, right? Ok, I know not everyone agrees with me on this one but for the ones who do, you're going to love this Pumpkin Spice cold Foam drink recipe! This drink is creamy, sweet, and has a little bit of spice! It's simple and easy to make at home and is the perfect way to kickstart your fall mornings!
2. Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
Do you love Chai Lattes? If so, then you'll love this Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte! It's the perfect fall drink, especially for those who prefer chai over coffee. This drink is the perfect blend of chai spices and sweet pumpkin, guaranteed to keep to warm on those cold fall days! I love sipping on this latte while I curl up under a cozy warm blanket on a cold fall day.
3. Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Even during the cooler months, I sometimes still like to sip on iced drinks. This Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso the drink for those who simply want something that tastes good! This iced drink is one of my favorites, and for good reason. It's sweet, and the oatmilk adds such a delicious creaminess to it-- you'll be sure to love it!
Breakfast Recipes:
4. Chocolate Brownie Cauliflower Oats
If you're the type of person who craves something both comforting and delicious for breakfast, then this chocolate brownie cauliflower oats recipe is just the recipe for you. This yummy breakfast is the perfect balance of indulgent and healthy. It's packed with fiber and a rich chocolatey flavor, so both your body and tastes buds will surely enjoy it!
5. Vegan Blender Protein Waffles
These blender waffles are packed with protein and SO easy to make! I love to meal prep these for the week, making them perfect for those busy mornings when you're in a rush and need something quick! They're so simple to throw together and deliciously pair well with a drizzle of maple syrup and your favorite fall fruits like pears or apples.
6. Overnight Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding
Calling all my chia pudding lovers, you're going to want to try this recipe! My Overnight apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding is my go-to make-ahead breakfast. Not only is it delicious but also provides essential nutrients like omega-3s. This recipe is simply fall mixed up into a jar!
7. Banana Protein Muffins
I love a good grab and go recipe, and these Banana Protein Muffins are just that! They'll make your busy fall mornings easier since they're already ready to go. Made with ripe bananas, oats, and a little bit of vanilla, these yummy muffins are packed with flavor and protein to not only keep you full throughout the day, but also help you reach your protein goals too!
8. Crunchy Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl
Hearty, nutrient-packed, and delicious, that's exactly how I would describe this breakfast bowl! My Crunchy Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl is made with roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy granola, and topped with a drizzle of maple syrup! I love to make this bowl when I'm looking to add a little bit more fiber into my diet. The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness while the granola adds a crunchy texture.
Mains:
9. Easy Trader Joe’s Thanksgiving Recipe for Two
My Easy Trader Joe's Thanksgiving Recipe for Two is a great choice for those days you're craving that classic Thanksgiving meal but with only a fraction of the time and effort. This recipe will only take you about 30 minutes to whip up from start to finish. I'd say this recipe is perfect for those wanting a stress-free dinner that will allow you to spend more time hanging out vs. cooking.
10.Farro Rice with Vegetables
I don't know about you, but when I think of fall, I think of delicious roasted vegetables. My Farro rice with vegetables is the perfect way to incorporate all those tasty fall vegetables into a yummy meal. I love using farro in this recipe because it adds a satisfying chewy texture that pairs perfectly with the roasted carrots, mushrooms, celery, and cranberries.
11. Best Thanksgiving Fall Salad
My Best Thanksgiving Fall Salad is hearty enough to be a main course all on its own! You'll love this salad if you're looking for a way to pair fall vegetables all in one meal. This fall salad includes hearty greens, sweet fall fruits, feta cheese, and toasted pumpkin seeds.
12. Butternut Squash Ravioli
My butternut Squash Ravioli is definitely one of my recipes that comes to mind when I think of a comforting and warm fall recipe. Who doesn't love Ravioli after all? What I love most about this meal is the sweetness of the butternut squash combined with the rich and nutty flavor from the brown butter. Trust me, this delicious recipe is a must try, it's the ultimate perfect fall dinner and soon to become one of your favorite fall dinner recipes!
13. Vegetarian Chili
Nothing will warm you up more when those cooler temperatures hit than my Vegetarian Chili recipe! Hearty, warm, comforting, and perfect for a cold evening, nothing beats a big pot of delicious chili! This recipe is perfect for those days when you want to make a one pot meal. Made with black beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and pure deliciousness, this chili is the ultimate comfort food and perfect for this time of year.
14. Apple Chicken Sausage Sheet Pan Meal
This one’s the ultimate lazy fall dinner—in the best way. Toss chicken sausage, sweet potatoes, apples, and brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then roast everything on one pan until golden and caramelized. It’s sweet, savory, and full of cozy flavor, with basically zero clean-up. A weeknight win that still feels special.
15. Vegan Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe
My Vegan Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe is one of my favorite healthy fall recipes! This is a classic recipe to have on hand, especially as Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. Made with a mix of veggies, fresh herbs, and whole grain bread, this stuffing is flavorful and filling.
16. Pomegranate Glazed Salmon with Honey
This salmon is your weeknight dinner glow-up. The glaze is made with pomegranate juice, honey, garlic, and Dijon—sticky, sweet, tangy, and totally addictive in the best way. Roasted to juicy, flakey perfection and topped with pomegranate seeds and fresh herbs, it’s festive enough for a holiday table but easy enough for Tuesday night.
Sides + Appetizers:
17. Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
Air Fried Brussels Sprouts make the perfect side dish to any dinner! They're crispy, delicious and quick to make in the air fryer which will save you time in the kitchen. Tossed in parmesan cheese, they have a cheesy, savory flavor that's sure to become one of your new go to fall dinner ideas.
18. Air Fryer Carrots with Honey and Balsamic Glaze
My Air Fryer Carrots are another one of my favorite air fryer recipes! If you know me, then you know just how much I love my air fryer recipes. These carrots ar both quick and easy to make and are pair with a honey balsamic glaze that adds a sweet tanginess.
19. Air Fried Rainbow Carrots
These vibrant beauties are seriously the easiest way to level up your veggie game! Just toss rainbow carrots with a drizzle of avocado oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then air fry until the edges caramelize and sparkle. They come out crisp-tender, colorful, and packed with bright citrusy vibes—perfect alongside chicken, salmon, or even as a snack with your favorite hummus dip. Totally gluten‑free, vegan, and so simple you’ll wonder why carrots ever got left behind in the oven.
20. Ultimate Vegan Mac & Cheese
Picture this: a creamy, cozy bowl of mac and cheese that’s completely vegan and gluten‑free, but still ooey‑gooey and indulgent enough to fool everyone at the table. Raw cashews blend with nutritional yeast, turmeric, mustard, lemon, and pasta cooking water into a silky “cheese” sauce that coats every bite of tender shells. Topped with crisp gluten‑free breadcrumb goodness, it’s easy, allergen‑friendly, and a total crowd‑pleaser—even at Thanksgiving. Comfort food, but make it plant‑powered!
21. Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms
Inspired by Cheesecake Factory, these stuffed mushrooms are such an easy sheet pan dinner idea that you'll want to come back to again and again. These mushrooms are filled with a blend of delicious cheeses, herbs, and garlic. They're truly irresistible!
22. Crispy Garlic Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
These smashed potatoes are what cozy dinners are made of! Baby gold potatoes get boiled, then gently smashed and brushed with a garlicky Dijon‑olive oil mix. A quick 13 minutes in the air fryer turns them irresistibly crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and bursting with savory garlic flavor. They’re gluten‑free, vegan, and the kind of side dish that has everyone reaching for seconds. Seriously addictive.
23. Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
French toast, but easy-breezy and clean-up-friendly? Yes please! Thick slices of bread get dipped in a dreamy batter of eggs, milk, agave (or maple), vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Then they air fry to golden-crispy perfection in just 7–8 minutes—flip halfway to get that all-over crunch. Dusted with powdered sugar and served with syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit, these sticks are fluffy, fun, and will absolutely become your go-to breakfast treat. Pro tip: don’t soak the bread too long, or they’ll get soggy.
Salads:
24. Warm Goat Cheese Kale Salad
A little French bistro energy, right from your kitchen. This salad is loaded with massaged kale, creamy warm goat cheese rounds, toasted walnuts, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette. It’s cozy, elegant, and one of those dishes that feels fancy—but secretly takes barely any effort. Perfect for a fall dinner party or a solo lunch that hits.
25. Thanksgiving Fruit Salad
Looking for a delicious side salad for thanksgiving or the fall season in general? This Thanksgiving Fall Salad is both light and refreshing and pairs perfectly with other fall recipes. My fruit salad combines apples and pears with a simple, tangy dressing made with lemon and honey.
26. Thanksgiving Fall Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
If Thanksgiving were a salad, it would be this. Air-fried sweet potatoes, tart cranberries, crunchy apples, creamy goat cheese, and toasted pecans all tossed in a maple Dijon vinaigrette that brings it all together. Every bite is sweet, savory, and perfectly balanced. It’s hearty, colorful, and just feels like fall on a plate.
Pumpkin Treats:
27. Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream
This Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream is a recipe I love to have on hand! I like to add this whipped cream to my coffee and on top of desserts. It’s light, fluffy, sweet, and pairs well with so many fall sweet treats!
28. Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles
Anyone who loves pumpkin is going to loves these truffles! These pumpkin cheesecake truffles are a bite-sized, deliciously sweet, and make a great gift for a friend or loved one. My Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are creamy, rich, chocolatey, and oh so indulgent! P.S. I bet you won't guess the secret ingredient I used in this recipe!
Desserts:
29. Brownie Cupcakes Recipe
How can anyone resist brownie cupcakes?? Yup, you read that right! This recipe merges both brownies and cupcakes, creating an irresistible dessert. When you're craving a sweet treat, these are exactly what you need! This is a recipe the whole family is sure to love!
30. Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread
Sweet potato, cinnamon, and bread-- I don't know how a recipe can get any more fall than that! Fall screams freshly baked bread, which is why you need to try this recipe asap! Enjoy this Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread at any time of the day-- breakfast, dessert, an afternoon snack. It doesn’t really matter when; this one is a must-try!
31. Air Fried Cinnamon Apples
My Air Fried Cinnamon Apples recipe is my go to when I'm craving an apple pie, but don't want to go through the hassle of actually making one. This is definitely a light fall dessert but that doesn't mean it's any less delicious! I love eating it right out of the air fryer; once you take a bite of these apples, you'll feel like you're taking a bite of a freshly baked apple pie!
32. Dutch Apple Pie (Refined Sugar-Free + Vegan)
Say hello to fall comfort, guilt‑free! This vegan Dutch apple pie features a tender orchard-fresh apple filling under a crisp oat-and-nut crumble, sweetened naturally and totally refined-sugar-free. Baked to golden perfection and begging for vegan coconut whipped cream, it’s fall baking made easy and indulgent—no dairy, no fuss.
33. Fudgy and Healthy Sweet Potato Brownies
Yes, brownies that are actually healthy—mind blown 🤯 These are oat-free, gluten-free, and powered by sweet potato, cacao, and vegan protein powder. They bake into rich, fudgy squares full of flavor and just a hint of sweetness. Perfect for dessert or post‑workout fuel, or when you just need that cozy chocolate fix.
34. Salted Caramel Sauce
Creamy, dreamy, and dairy-free! This quick‑and‑easy salted caramel is made with coconut milk, coconut sugar, nut butter, vanilla, and a pinch of sea salt. Perfect drizzled over apples, oatmeal, pancakes, or ice cream—for that luxe fall feel without the fuss.
35. Vegan Chocolate Coconut Mousse Pie
Indulgence meets wellness in this show‑stopping pie. Silky avocado‑and‑cocoa mousse is layered into a pie crust, topped with coconut whipped cream and fresh chocolate squares. It’s velvety, luscious, and so easy—perfect for plant-based dessert lovers or anyone craving a rich treat that feels special.
FAQs
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Fall cooking is all about cozy, comforting flavors. I recommend stocking up on seasonal produce like sweet potatoes, root vegetables, squash, apples, and pumpkins (especially pumpkin puree!). You’ll also want cozy staples like broth, garlic, olive oil, and grains like wild rice and farro.
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Definitely! A lot of the recipes here lean toward healthy dinner options—plenty of fiber-rich veggies, plant-based protein, and feel-good ingredients. You’ll also find a few indulgent fall desserts and comfort meals sprinkled in, because balance is key during the cool weather months.
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Some of my favorites to serve at holiday dinners or family get-togethers include the Butternut Squash Mac, Warm Goat Cheese Kale Salad, and the Dutch Apple Pie. They’re festive, easy to make, and perfect for those cozy family dinners that make the fall weather feel extra special.
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Absolutely! The Banana Protein Muffins, Overnight Chia Pudding, and Vegan Waffles are great for prepping ahead, but you can also double a batch of Vegetarian Chili or a hearty stew and enjoy it all week.
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I’ve got you! Many of these meals were made with the entire family in mind—think easy, flavorful, and familiar. The Air Fryer French Toast Sticks, Apple Chicken Sausage Sheet Pan Meal, and Butternut Squash Ravioli are great easy weeknight dinner options that even picky eaters tend to love.
I hope this list of my favorite fall recipes inspire you to get right into the delicious flavors of the season! Whether you're whipping up some simple pumpkin treats, cozy fall dinners, or delicious sides for Thanksgiving, this list has plenty of recipes that will keep you coming back time and time again. From breakfast to dinner, drinks to desserts, these recipes are packed with fall flavors and are perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or simply snuggling up with a cozy blanket and a big bowl of your favorite comfort foods.
