As fall comes around the corner, so does the annual desire for sweet and savory favorites! Whether it’s Thanksgiving or a fun gathering with family and friends, fall food pairs perfectly with the weather and autumn leaves. During the autumn season, we have our favorite dishes, but trying new foods is exciting, too! Here are some dishes to try out this fall
Butternut Squash Guacamole
Ingredients
- Avocados
- Butternut squash
- Onion
- Toasted pepitas
- Salt
- Olive oil
- Cumin
- EBTB + Sage (optional)
Directions
- Roast squash in a 400-degree oven for 18-20 minutes
- Scoop out the avocado and add the rest of the ingredients to a bowl
- Enjoy!
Link to full recipe! Butternut Squash Guacamole – Healthy Fall Appetizer | Hello Spoonful
Cheddar Apple Pie Dip
Ingredients
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Red apple
- Green apple
- Walnut pieces
- Light cream cheese
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Light sour cream
- Wheat thins
Directions
- Sift dry ingredients in a bowl and stir in walnuts and apples until pieces are evenly coated
- Mix cream cheese and sour cream in a separate bowl
- Spread into a 9-inch plate and top with the apple-walnut mixture
- Bake in a 375-degree oven for 20 minutes
- Enjoy!
Link to full recipe! Cheddar Apple Pie Dip Recipe – Food.com
Pumpkin Goat Cheese Bites
Ingredients
- Log goat cheese
- Pumpkin puree
- honey/maple syrup
- cinnamon/pumpkin spice
- Salt + pepper
- Mini phyllo shells/mini pastries
Directions
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl
- Add salt and pepper and stir until the mixture is smooth
- Put the mixture into shells/pastries
- Bake in a 350-degree oven for 5-8 minutes
- enjoy!
Link to full recipe! https://www.shopevoo.com/blogs/appetizers/pumpkin-goat-cheese-phyllo-bites-a-cozy-fall-appetizer
Cranberry Crumble Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients
- graham crackers
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- kosher salt
- fresh cranberries
- orange juice + zest
- pure vanilla extract
- large eggs
- cream cheese
- all-purpose flour
- dark brown sugar
- ground cinnamon
- chopped raw pecans
Directions
- Crush graham crackers and mix in a bowl with unsalted butter, sugar, and salt
- Press the mixture in a pan and bake in a 350-degree oven for 10-12 minutes
- In a medium hot pan, bring cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and water to a simmer for about 15 minutes
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and orange zest
- Assemble over graham crackers in the pan and top with any toppings you’d like
- Enjoy!
Link to full recipe! https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a62738246/cranberry-crumble-cheesecake-bars-recipe/
Butterscotch Fudge
Ingredients
- Butter
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Salt
- Mini marshmallows
- Butterscotch chips
- Walnuts
- Maple flavoring
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, milk, salt, and butter, and stir over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil
- Add marshmallows, chips, nuts, nd maple flavoring, and stir until all is melted
- Spoon mixture into a pan and let set until firm
- Enjoy!
Link to full recipe! Butterscotch Fudge Recipe
Overall, there are many fall appetizers and snacks to try out this year! What are your favorite fall meals?
