Fall has a way of making us crave comfort foods that warm our hearts and bring back sweet memories. We asked our team to share their go-to fall recipes, and they did not disappoint! We even included a special recipe for our furry friends so they can enjoy the season right alongside us.
You'll get these 4 Fall Favorite Recipes to try in this article:
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Grandma Cam’s Stuffed Mushrooms
- Yaya's Apple Crisp
- Pumpkin Dog Biscuits
Drink
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients (1 serving):
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2–3 tbsp. pumpkin purée
- 1–2 tbsp. sugar, maple syrup, or honey (to taste)
- ½ tsp. pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves)
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
- ½ cup strong coffee or 1–2 shots of espresso
Optional Toppings: Whipped cream, extra sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin spice
Directions:
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the milk, pumpkin purée, sweetener, and pumpkin pie spice. Heat gently until hot but not boiling.
- Remove from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Use a frother or whisk vigorously to make it foamy.
- Pour hot coffee or espresso into a mug, then add the pumpkin milk mixture.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin spice if desired.
Iced version: Do the same steps, but let the milk mixture cool. Pour over ice with cold brew or chilled espresso.
Sip in style with these fall favorite mugs!
- Fall Leaves 14oz. Orange Stoneware Coffee Mug
- Orange Pumpkin 15oz. Figurine Coffee Mug
- Cream Pumpkin 15oz. Figurine Coffee Mug
Side
Grandma Cam’s Stuffed Mushrooms
“Grandma Cam was always in the kitchen, filling the house with irresistible aromas and keeping the cookie jars full. This recipe is one of my favorites of hers and brings back fond memories of gathering around the table as a family.” - Heather, Creative Designer
Ingredients (makes approximately 3 dozen):
- 1 lb. medium mushrooms
- ¼ cup onion
- ¼ cup green pepper
- 3 tbsp. butter
- ½ tsp. thyme
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp. Margarine or butter
- 1-½ cup soft white crumbs
Optional Mix-Ins: You can also mix in some ground italian sausage and/or cheese for a different variation.
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove stems from mushroom caps. Finely chop enough stems to make ½ cup.
- In a skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter. Add chopped mushroom stems, onion, and green pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and stir in seasonings.
- Melt 1 tbsp butter in a shallow baking dish. Arrange the mushroom caps in the dish, cavity side up, and fill with the vegetable mixture.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Switch oven to broil (about 550°F). Place mushrooms 3–4 inches from the heat source and broil for 2 minutes.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with bread crumbs, and serve warm.
Bring your mushroom vibes together with these pieces:
- Marble and Wood Mushroom Cutting Board
- Rustic Cream Mushroom Embossed Metal Buckets, Set of Two
- Botanical Print Storage Containers, Set of Three
- Rustic Perforated Iron Mushroom Garden Sculptures, Set of 2
Dessert
Yaya's Apple Crisp
“My brother and I were the youngest grandkids for a while. Our Yaya loved baking and taught my mom all her secrets. My fathers family is Irish, my mother's family is Italian. But it was all about love and food/cooking together. We would make the apple crisp together, but our favorite part was using the leftovers to make "rolly pollies" you would take the leftover dough and fill it with sugar and spices and roll it into what looked like a cannoli and then bake. My best memories are baking with Yaya and Mom, priceless.” Stacey, Senior Buyer
Ingredients:
- 6-7 apples (honey crisps, pink ladies and one granny smith - it gives it a bite!)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup of flour
- nutmeg and cinnamon for seasoning
Optional Toppings: ice cream, caramel, and/or whip cream
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly butter or oil a shallow baking dish. Arrange the apple slices inside and pour ½ cup warm water over them.
- In a bowl, mix together butter, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg until crumbly. Spread this mixture evenly over the apples.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until topping is golden and apples are tender.
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Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Display this beautifully on one of these risers to make it a centerpiece!
- Rustic Pedestal Compote Display Stand, Set of 2
- Distressed Iron Intricate Cut Out Round Display Stands, Set of 3
- Fluted Wooden Display Trays, Set of Two
-
Wooden Two Tiered Display Shelf
For the Pups
Pumpkin Dog Biscuits
“This recipe came from my mom one autumn when we were looking for a way to do something kind for our neighbor and her dogs. Needless to say, her dogs woofed them down!” - Jana, Buyer
Ingredients (makes approximately 75 small (1″) biscuits or 50 medium biscuits):
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons dry milk
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 2-1/2 cups brown rice flour *
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Note: Brown rice flour gives the biscuits crunch and promotes better dog digestion. Many dogs have touchy stomachs or allergies, and do not, like many people I know, tolerate wheat. For any dietary concerns, please consult your veterinarian.
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and pumpkin until smooth. Stir in dry milk, sea salt, and parsley (if using).
- Gradually add brown rice flour, mixing with a spatula or your hands until a stiff, dry dough forms.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead briefly if needed to bring it together.
- Roll dough to ¼–½ inch thickness, depending on your dog’s chew preference. Cut into shapes using a cookie cutter, re-rolling scraps as needed.
- Arrange biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet. (Optional: Press a fork pattern on top of each biscuit.)
- Bake for 20 minutes, flip the biscuits, then bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Cool completely on a rack before serving to your pup.
- biscuit shaped cookie cutter to punch shapes, gathering and re-rolling scraps as you go.
- Place shapes on cookie sheet, no greasing or paper necessary. If desired, press fork pattern on biscuits before baking, a quick up-and-down movement with fork, lightly pressing down halfway through dough.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and carefully turn biscuits over, then bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely on the rack before feeding the dog.
Keep your furry friend’s treats fresh in one of these container sets.
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