Ina Garten’s Apple Pie Bars

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You’ll never want to make apple pie again after you try these apple pie bars! Tender cinnamon apples are layered over a buttery shortbread crust and topped with chunks of cinnamon-spiced crumble.

slice of apple pie bar showing layers of cinnamon apples

You get everything you love about homemade apple pie without rolling out a single pie crust. Thank you, Ina Garten, for our new favorite fall dessert!

And yes, absolutely drizzle them with caramel sauce. You know how we feel about apples and caramel around here!

Ina Garten’s original apple pie bars include walnuts in the topping, but you know what? We actually prefer them without! We left the nuts out so it’s all about that buttery cinnamon crumble and tender apple filling. If you’re a walnut lover, though, you can absolutely add them back in.

Why You’ll Love These Apple Pie Bars

  • Easier than apple pie: No rolling, crimping or worrying about a soggy pie crust.
  • Buttery shortbread crust: The same dough makes both the bottom crust and that irresistible crumbly topping.
  • Two kinds of apples: Granny Smith and Golden Delicious give you the perfect combination of sweet, tart and tender.
  • Perfect for a crowd: Unlike pie, these are easy to slice, serve and take to a party or potluck.
  • Make-ahead friendly: They need to cool completely before slicing, so they’re a great dessert to make ahead of time.
  • Caramel. Sauce. It’s optional, technically. But warm caramel drizzled over buttery apple pie bars is awfully hard to turn down.
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Glazed Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

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Glazed Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

a loaf of glazed pumpkin chocolate chip bread cut into slices

There’s nothing quite like a warm slice of pumpkin bread on a crisp fall day, but this glazed pumpkin chocolate chip bread takes it to the next level. The bread itself is tender and full of cozy pumpkin spice, studded with melty chocolate chips, and then comes the twist—fresh orange zest and almond extract give it a bright, unexpected flavor that makes every bite sensational.

Topped with a sweet orange-almond glaze, it’s the kind of recipe that feels fancy enough for sharing but easy enough for an everyday bake with the kiddos.

My Latest Inspiration

I always thought it was so weird, orange juice and pumpkin? Who are these people? But, I was wrong and I will own it.

My friend, Whitney makes the most delicious Glazed Pumpkin Bread and there are two crazy changes that make it uniquely incredible; 1. Orange zest and juice 2. No cinnamon- look, it works so just trust us.

Whitney is one of my latest inspirations. She is an all-in Mom, an incredible cook and baker, and her family is LIVING life. A backyard full of a zipline, a playhouse that dad and his kids will have movie night sleepovers in and all the family time, including friends, you can imagine.

So, I kinda want that. Less of the “to-dos” and more of the “to-loves”. I love this bread. I love that it’s from her mom and even her 10 year old requested it instead of cake for his birthday. And I love the reminder of moments, not tasks. I needed a bit of a slap in the face with our home remodel taking up so much time lately, and this bread, my people and all of you are exactly what is on my “list” this week.

Why This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread is So Special

  • The Secret Twist: The pairing of orange and almond with pumpkin is a flavor combination you never knew you were missing.
  • Perfectly Moist and Tender: The pumpkin not only adds flavor, but it keeps the bread tender.
  • Easy to Make: This is a great recipe to get the kids in the kitchen!
  • Texture: The glaze adds sweetness and shine, balancing the bread.
  • Occasions: Great for Thanksgiving, holiday brunches, or giving as gifts to friends and neighbors.

Ingredients for Glazed Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

  • Flour: Gives the bread its structure and holds everything together.
  • Baking Soda: Helps the bread rise and keeps it tender.
  • Ground Ginger & Ground Nutmeg: Add cozy, spiced fall flavor with a hint of warmth.
  • Salt: Balances the sweetness and makes all the flavors pop.
  • Sugar: Sweetens the bread and locks in moisture.
  • Melted Butter: Adds richness and keeps the crumb soft and tender.
  • Pumpkin Puree: The star ingredient! It adds moisture, natural sweetness, and that signature pumpkin flavor.
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20 Pumpkin & Apple Desserts You’ll Crave All Season

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20 Pumpkin & Apple Desserts You’ll Crave All Season

20 Pumpkin & Apple Desserts You’ll Crave All Season

Fall just isn’t fall without pumpkin and apple desserts filling the kitchen with cozy aromas! These tried-and-true recipes are family favorites—perfect for weeknight treats, Sunday baking, or holiday gatherings. Whether you’re craving pumpkin bread or warm apple crisp, this roundup has a little something for everyone.

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Best Pumpkin Dessert Recipes

  1. Copycat Costco Crumb Pumpkin Muffins

Pumpkin Muffins with Crumb Topping

Moist, spiced just right, and topped with that signature crumb—these Costco copycat pumpkin muffins taste just like fall, but even better homemade!

  1. Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

Chewy Pumpkin Cookies

Soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced, these pumpkin cookies are cozy fall baking at its best. Grab a glass of milk and enjoy!

  1. Classic Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Moist, tender, and packed with pumpkin flavor, this bread will have everyone asking for the recipe.

  1. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thick Pumpkin Cookies with Chocolate Chips

Pumpkin and melty chocolate chips come together for a soft, irresistible cookie that’s perfect for any fall day.

  1. Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake
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Easy Air Fryer Fried Apple Rings

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Easy Air Fryer Fried Apple Rings

several air fried apple rings coated in golden batter and cinnamon sugar sitting on a plate

This Easy Air Fryer Fried Apple Rings is the most delicious fall dessert recipe! These Apple Rings are the most mouthwatering apple slices covered with a batter that puffs up and is coated with crunchy cinnamon sugar.

It’s like an apple pie, apple crisp and donut all in one and with a fraction of the effort!

FRIED APPLE RINGS

Fried Apple Rings or Apple Fritters were one of my favorite treats growing up in Washington. The only problem was getting them. They are a specialty treat even in the state of apples.

Ingredients for Fried Apples in the Air Fryer

  • Flour: Acts as the base for the simple batter.
  • Sugar: Adds sweetness and texture to the batter.
  • Baking Powder: Give the batter some rise and fluffiness.
  • Salt: Enhances the flavors.
  • Whole Milk: Binds all the batter together.
  • Egg: Give the batter structure.
  • Butter: Adds rich flavor to the batter. Helps the sugar spice mixture to stick to the rings.
  • Vanilla Extract: Adds flavor.
  • Cinnamon: Adds warm flavor that is a signature combination with apple.
  • Ground Cardamom: Adds an additional layer of warm flavor.
  • Granny Smith Apples: Honeycrisp apples could also be used. Avoid using soft apples like McIntosh or Golden Delicious.

How to Make This Fried Apples Recipe

  1. Prep: Peel, core and slice the apples. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Make Batter: Combine all the ingredients for the batter in a medium bowl starting with whisking the dry ingredients and then adding the wet ingredients.
  3. Make Cinnamon Coating: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sugar, cardamom and sugar.
  4. Coat the Apples: Dip the apples in the batter and place them in a single layer on the parchment lined baking sheet.
  5. Freeze: Stick the baking sheet in the freezer and let the battered apples freeze for 45-60 minutes.
  6. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer and then air fry the apples in batches for 7-9 minutes.
  7. Finishing Touches: Immediately brush the air-fried apples with melted butter and dredge in the cinnamon sugar. Serve immediately!

PRO TIP

Cut your apples using a chef’s knife or a mandolin for faste

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Cream Cheese Frosted Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Cream Cheese Frosted Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

a photo of thick pumpkin chocolate chip cookie topped with cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with mini chocolate chips

Satisfy your fall cravings with these delicious frosted pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with luscious cream cheese frosting. Made with pumpkin puree and warm spices, these cookies are the perfect treat for the season.

There is nothing I love more than fall colors, feelings and food. There’s something that truly starts to stir inside of me as the leaves begin to fall. My sister once told me that she loves fall but doesn’t love the famous flavors of fall, so I set off to find something that she would love.

A friend many years ago delivered these frosted pumpkin cookies to our house and I’m pretty sure that the soft and chocolatey cookies with that dreamy, creamy frosting that your teeth completely sink into will sell her forever!

If you love our classic pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, then you will love this recipe with an added layer of creamy rich flavor in the cream cheese frosting! Pumpkin desserts and cream cheese frosting are a match made in heaven!

Ingredients for Pumpkin Chocolate Chips Cookies

If you have a can of pumpkin puree, then chances are you have the rest of the ingredients in your pantry for these pumpkin spice cookies! Here is everything you will need:

  • Wet Ingredients: Vegetable Oil, Granulated Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Egg, Pumpkin Puree and Vanilla Extract
  • Dry Ingredients: All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt and Pumpkin Pie Spice, see note
  • Mini Chocolate Chips: I like to use the mini chocolate chips so that they stay evenly distributed in the cookie dough, but you can use full size chocolate chips too.

Ingredients for Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Butter: unsalted and softened to room temperature
  • Cream Cheese: full fat and softened to room temperature
  • Vanilla Extract: adds flavor
  • Powdered Sugar: the base of the frosting and all the sweetness
  • Salt: enhances all the flavors

Keep scrolling to the end of the post for all the measurements and information you need.

How to Make Frosted Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are thick and pillowy, dotted with chocolate chips, and everything you want in a fall cookie. If you’re looking for a more chewy cookies, try our chewy pumpkin cookies, because this recipe is more of a cakey cookie. Here are the steps for making them:

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper or silpats.
  2. Beat: Add the oil and sugar to a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat on high speed for 2 minutes.
  3. Mix: Add the egg and beat to combine. Decrease the mixer spe
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