As the weather turns cooler, nothing is better than the aroma of freshly baked goods coming from the kitchen. We’ve rounded up the best of the season. Think apple pumpkin bread, almond cranberry quick bread, sweet potato bread, cinnamon streusel apple cider muffins, and pumpkin muffins with streusel and cream cheese, to name a few. Put on the kettle or coffee pot now. These fall-flavored muffins and quick breads are bursting with seasonal flavor. They’re great for a grab-and-go breakfast, cozy afternoon treat, or a sweet ending to the perfect fall day.
Pumpkin Spice Doughnut Muffins
“If you like pumpkin pie and cinnamon and sugar doughnuts… this is all that rolled into one!” – Miranda
Chunky Apple Pumpkin Bread
“This bread was the specialty of a wonderful lady at our church. She always brought it to a potluck. I am so happy to have it. She passed away a year ago, and I am so grateful that she shared it with me.” – Sue
Pumpkin Apple Muffins
“These are crazy good. I’ve literally had 2 separate marriage proposals (as a joke, I think…) after friends have tried these. I’m not kidding, it is the best pumpkin muffin you’ll ever have, and they taste even better the second day.” – Maiah
Pumpkin Cranberry Bread With Orange Glaze
“This is a really nice, moist bread. Wonderful with a cup of tea, coffee, or a big glass of milk. It says Autumn with every bite.” – Gail
Autumn Barm Bread
“I make this for us at home all the time. I use different berries; I like to use currants and Craisins. This time, I used Craisins infused in pomegranate juice with orange zest and Grand Marnier. With all of these flavors infused, it was the perfect touch. Thumbs up from mom.” – JoSele
Nor’s Chunky Apple Butternut Squash bread
“I had a recipe handed down from an aunt. It was originally just butternut squash bread. I removed most of the oil from it. I added spice, apples, and applesauce. It is delicious. I made this into a whole new recipe. It is better than the original.” – Nor
Sinful Apple Muffins
“This is my all-time favorite muffin recipe. I got it from my mom and it is just so darned tasty. They’re so great with a bit of butter. Mmmm.” – Jenny
Cream Cheese Stuffed Sweet Potato Bread
“A yummy twist to my traditional sweet potato bread recipe. I made it this way for the first time, and it is delicious!” – Elaine
Cinnamon Streusel Apple Cider Muffins
“These are yummy and easy to make. They look so tasty. Mix some up for breakfast or snacks. Enjoy good food!” – Cheryl
Praline Apple Bread
“This is so good with your morning coffee or just about anytime. It is very moist and a hit with guests.” – Jenny
Okanagan Apple Muffins
“The Okanagan Valley is known as the fruit basket of Canada. Most fruit we get here is grown in the Okanagan. If you only make one muffin in your life, this should be the one. Any type of apple can be used.” – Doreen
Applesauce Cinnamon Muffins
“This year the apples are abundant in New York State. So I pulled every recipe card out I have that includes apples and got baking. The aroma of applesauce added to baked goods was so inviting.” – Goldie
Iced Cinnamon Apple Raisin Bread
“This was my mom’s recipe that she would make every fall after visiting the apple orchard. The aroma as it bakes is unbelievable!” – Family Favorites
Almond-Cranberry Quick Bread
“Cranberry and almond flavoring are wonderful together, especially for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.” – Linda
Blueberry Pumpkin Southern Comfort Muffins
“Most of you have probably noticed by now that my original bakery recipes all have a tad bit of adult spirits in them… my pumpkin blueberry muffins are no different. The Southern Comfort adds a nice perk to the pumpkin, and who doesn’t love blueberries in a muffin? Fall will be here before you know it, so start practicing – and eating- these muffins now.” – Chris
Amish Pumpkin Bread
“I have made this several times. This recipe makes two delicious loaves of spicy pumpkin bread.” – Randi
Apple Pie Muffins
“I made these for the first time Christmas morning and everybody just loved them. They are so moist and deee-lish!” – Jane
Apple Cider Bread
“This Apple Cider Bread is tender and full of warm cinnamon spice. The sugary top is kissed with just enough sweetness.” – Debbie
Pumpkin Muffins With Streusel & Cream Cheese Glaze
“Tastes just like a Dunkin’ Donuts pumpkin muffin – promise!” – Lindsay
Thea’s Cranberry Pumpkin Bread
“I had some canned pumpkin in the freezer. I need part of it for something else and wanted to use up what was left. This was the yummy result.” – Thea
Pumpkin Bread With Maple Cream Cheese Filling
“I remember every fall when my grandmother would make the most amazing bread. Pumpkin was one of her favorites and mine too. This recipe makes 3 loaves of pumpkin bread which allows you to share with your friends and family or just keep all to yourself!” – Dana
Janet’s Pumpkin Bread
“This is great for Thanksgiving dessert and makes a good gift.” – Janet
Cinnamon Chip Pumpkin Muffins
“I had leftover pumpkin puree from making soup so I threw together some muffins for a potluck at work. I was asked for the recipe by so many people, I went back and made them a second time so I could write down the recipe. I added the cinnamon chips both times and they make these muffins special.” – Laurie
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
“These are one of my favorites. The chocolate and pumpkin go great together.” – Sherri
Caramel Apple Bread
“A light, moist, and tender apple quick bread with chunks of apple and melted caramel!” – Kevin