As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to indulge in some comforting fall baking. Here are three delicious recipes that capture the essence of autumn.
1. Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Ingredients:
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1 cup canned pumpkin puree
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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1 cup sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon cloves
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1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
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In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin, oil, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
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In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fill muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes.
2. Apple Crisp
Ingredients:
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6 cups sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
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1 cup rolled oats
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1 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)
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Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
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Arrange sliced apples in the baking dish. Mix oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly.
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Sprinkle over the apples and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden.
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Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
3. Maple Pecan Cookies
Ingredients:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cream butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Beat in egg and vanilla.
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Mix flour and baking soda, then combine with wet ingredients. Fold in pecans.
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Drop spoonfuls onto the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Conclusion
These fall baking recipes—pumpkin spice muffins, apple crisps, and maple pecan cookies—are perfect for cozy gatherings. Enjoy the flavours of the season!