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Broccoli Mac and Cheese

A pan of this homemade macaroni and cheese can be on your dinner table in no time at all. A creamy cheese sauce and crumbled bacon makes this Broccoli Mac and Cheese a great comfort food meal on a chilly day.

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Our family loves to make all kinds of homemade mac and cheese. A few of our favorites are creamy stovetop mac and cheese, ham and broccoli pasta, and buffalo chicken pasta!

This week I made another mac and cheese recipe with ingredients I had in the fridge. This easy pasta dinner got rave reviews in my home, and I am sure it will in yours too!

Why You Will Love This Pasta

Baked mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. There is something about those cheesy pasta noodles that just makes everything right.

  • This bacon pasta is easy to make.
  • So creamy and delicious!
  • A Ritz cracker topping gives it a yummy crunch.
  • Easy to customize with other veggies.
  • Great way to get everyone to eat their greens.

The best thing about this baked broccoli mac and cheese is that you can prep everything ahead of time, then bake it until it is hot and bubbly on the evening you want to serve it.

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Chocolate Pecan Pie

Add this Chocolate Pecan Pie to your holiday dessert table this year. The gooey hot fudge layer and the toasted nuts will make this fudge pie with pecans a new favorite at Thanksgiving dinner.

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Pecan pie used to be one of those pies that I would pass right over. It always seemed plain and boring to me.  Little did I know that the gooey layer under the nuts was downright amazing.

It's hard to beat a traditional pecan pie, but I like to add flair to my recipes. The cheesecake layer in this pecan cheesecake pie and the pumpkin layer in this pumpkin pecan cheesecake pie are two of our favorite additions.

But my favorite change was to add hot fudge to the filling. Not only do you get the gooey texture and nuts, but it has an epic chocolate flavor.

Why You Will Love this Pie

This chocolate pecan pie is not just any chocolate pie. It has a fudge filling that is loaded with toasted nuts. Think of it as a cross between a classic pecan pie and a rich brownie pie.

  • It is simple to make in minutes with just a few ingredients.
  • The chocolate center has an incredible soft brownie texture.
  • Perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.
  • Great recipe to make ahead of time for Thanksgiving dinner.

With its nutty flavor and rich chocolate center, this fudge pecan pie will quickly become a new holiday tradition.

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Cinnamon Roll Pumpkin Cake

Our Cinnamon Roll Pumpkin Cake is soft and moist, has a ribbon of cinnamon sugar inside, and is topped with a sweet glaze. It is the perfect coffee cake for breakfast or Thanksgiving morning.

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This homemade pumpkin cake is extremely dangerous!  Dangerously delicious, that is! I might even go as far as to call it one of the best pumpkin desserts I have ever made.

That's a big claim, but we loved it even more than these pumpkin s'mores bars and these pumpkin muffins.

Why You Will Love This Cake

This cinnamon roll pumpkin cake has all the amazing flavor you love about a pumpkin cinnamon roll with about 5% of the work. No rolling or cutting dough, just cinnamon and sugar deliciousness in every bite.

It has a swirl of brown sugar and cinnamon inside and a sweet sugary glaze on top. You won't be able to resist taking a few extra bites!

Serve this easy pumpkin cake recipe at your next holiday party or weekend brunch and watch it disappear in minutes. Be prepared for everyone to ask you for the recipe because it's that good!

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Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Bars

These Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Bars are a great treat for breakfast or dessert. The easy crescent roll dessert with apple cheesecake filling and crunchy cinnamon and sugar will make you feel warm and cozy.

*Lucky Leaf sponsored this post. As always, all opinions are 100% my own.

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Apple desserts are one of my favorite things to make in the fall. Apples can be added to many things, like apple cinnamon rolls or an apple brownie.

This fall, I decided to add apple pie filling to an easy crescent dessert. Crescent rolls are so versatile! They are great plain, filled with meat and cheese, or used as a crust in cheesecake bars.

Why You Will Love A Danish Cheesecake

If you have ever had a sopapilla dessert, you will enjoy this crescent roll cheesecake. It takes that same cinnamon pastry and adds an apple cheesecake center.

Plus, the cream cheese squares are so delicious that no one will ever guess how easy they are to make!

  • Easy to make in under 30 minutes with only six ingredients.
  • Layered with sweet apple pie filling and cream cheese filling.
  • Cinnamon sugar gives the top a sweet, crunchy texture.
  • Perfect cheesecake Danish for breakfast during the fall season or for Thanksgiving.
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Pumpkin Spice Scones

Pumpkin Spice Scones with a cup of coffee is the delicious way to celebrate the fall season. This pumpkin scone recipe is easy to make, has a soft and flakey texture, and is topped with not one, but two sweet glazes.

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Every fall I look forward to pumpkin muffins, pumpkin scones, and the pumpkin cream cold brew returning to Starbucks.

There is something so good about enjoying those pumpkin treats on a crisp fall day. The problem with indulging in these treats too often is that it can get expensive. I love finding ways to save money by making them in my own kitchen.

Plus, then you don't have to wait for pumpkin season to arrive. You can enjoy making these pumpkin scones all year long.

Why You Will Love This Starbucks Copycat

Pumpkin spice scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Serve them with a pumpkin latte, apple cider tea, or a hot buttered rum for a cozy treat this fall.

They are easy to make, have a soft, flakey texture, and are the perfect blend of fall flavors.

Plus, the glaze on top of each spiced pumpkin scone makes them look and taste just like the Starbucks pumpkin scones.

The best part is that you can save yourself time and money by making this copycat recipe at home.

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No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie

This No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie is one of the easiest fall desserts you can make. A fluffy pumpkin mousse inside a chocolate chip cookie crust will surprise everyone with its delicious taste. Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary.

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Around Thanksgiving, pumpkin pie is all the rage. Don't get me wrong. I love a good pumpkin pie and this 3 minute pumpkin mug cake. But sometimes you just need to break free of the traditional norm and do something different.

I have done that a few times with this pumpkin pecan cheesecake pie and this pumpkin cheesecake. All the traditional flavors taken up a notch. Boom!

This year I decided to change things up again and make a no bake pumpkin pie with a cheesecake mousse filling.

Why You will Love this Recipe

A pumpkin cheesecake is a great dessert to make for fall. It is easy to make, creamy and fluffy, and has a light pumpkin flavor.

If that wasn't enough, we skipped the traditional graham cracker crust and layered this pie on a chocolate chip cookie crust. Trust me, it adds the perfect sweet crunch to that sweet pumpkin spice filling.

Plus, the best part is that this pie is completely no bake! This means it is the perfect dessert for Thanksgiving because you do not need any extra oven space for it.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie Crust

This Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie Crust can be made in minutes and only requires two ingredients. Substitute this crunchy cookie crust recipe in your favorite pie or cheesecake and see why it is a fan favorite.

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When you think about pie, it's usually the filling that you think about, right? Everyone loves a good cherry pie filling or a banana cream pie.

But one of the most underrated parts of any pie is the crust. But without a great crust, you cannot serve an incredible pie to your friends and family.

There are so many options of crust to choose from. However, a graham cracker crust, Oreo crust, or traditional pie crust are often the ones people choose the most. We like to mix it up and make a chocolate chip cookie crust for our no-bake recipes.

This chocolate chip cookie crust is so easy to make. Trust me, it just might become your new favorite way to add a crust to everything.

  • You only need two ingredients.
  • The crust does not need to be baked.
  • It can be ready for a filling in minutes.

Once you combine this cookie pie crust with your favorite filling, you'll have a combination made in heaven.

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Caramel Apple Pie

This easy Caramel Apple Pie is a delicious dessert to make year round. Caramel topping adds a sweet flavor to the fresh apples and flakey pie crust, making it taste like fall.

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We love fall! There is something about the changing leaves and the crisp, cool air. Plus, we love apples, and what is more fall-like than baking apple cider donuts and an apple spice cake?

Of course, we love making apple pie, too. There is a reason it is the most popular fall dessert. The smell of one baking in the oven gives your home that delicious and homey feeling.

If you have ever eaten apple slices with caramel, you know how perfect that combo is. Caramel topping adds a sweet twist to a classic apple pie. It's so delicious that you will want to make it all year round.

Why You Will Love This Apple Pie

This easy caramel apple pie recipe is easy to make in minutes. Sure, you could make everything from scratch, but save yourself some time in the kitchen by using store-bought pie crusts and a jar of caramel topping. No one will ever know!

The flavors in this apple pie will make it stand out on the dessert table at Thanksgiving. Using a combination of apple pie spice and caramel gives it an extra delicious taste. Plus, your kitchen will smell like an apple orchard as it bakes!

Enjoy a slice of pie topped with a big scoop of homemade vanilla bean ice cream and extra caramel drizzles. It really is the perfect dessert to enjoy after any meal.

If you are looking for an easy apple pie that will get rave reviews from all your guests, this is definitely the recipe for you.

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Pumpkin Butter

Pumpkin Butter is a delicious way to add a fall flavor to your breakfast or dessert. It is easy to make and has so many uses. Enjoy it on toast for breakfast, swirled with yogurt for an afternoon snack, or baked in a cake for dessert.

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I love making fruit butter and sauces with different seasonal fruits. The most popular ones we enjoy all year long are apple butter and strawberry applesauce.

This fall I was craving pumpkin butter with biscuits, but I had a really hard time finding it in stores in our area. The one jar that I finally found at Target was really light in color, was super thin and runny, and did not taste very good.

I should have known that making a homemade pumpkin butter is always the best way to go. Plus, it's super easy to make on your stovetop or in a crock pot.

Why You Will Love This

Making pumpkin butter is easy to do with just a few ingredients and one deep pot. As the mixture cooks your house will be filled with the delicious flavor of fall.

You are going to love the smooth and creamy texture of this fruit butter. It is a delicious way to enjoy a taste of fall. It has a great pumpkin flavor, and the perfect blend of sugar and spice.

The best thing is that there are so many delicious ways to enjoy this pumpkin spread. You can eat it on toast, rolls, biscuits, cinnamon sugar waffles, pancakes, and so much more. The uses are endless!

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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Keep your taste buds happy this fall with these delicious Pumpkin Whoopie Pies. The soft pumpkin cookies are sandwiched with a sweet maple buttercream and have the best cozy flavor. You won't be able to resist these handheld treats at fall get togethers.

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One of my favorite childhood treats is whoopie pies-or gobs if you are from Pennsylvania like me. The classic chocolate whoopie pies were always my favorite to get at fall craft fairs.

Every year, I look forward to baking pumpkin desserts. My favorites are these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies and this pumpkin bundt cake.

This year, I decided to take those classic whoopie pies to another level by adding pumpkin, spices, and maple frosting. These soft and sticky treats will satisfy your desire for pumpkin spice cookies.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

If you are looking for a delicious cookie for fall gatherings, this pumpkin whoopie pie recipe is just what you need.

The cookie batter is easy to mix in minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand. Plus, no chill time is required, so you can bake them right away.

Combining spices and a sweet maple frosting gives these cookies a delicious fall flavor. One bite, and you will reach for another one!

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