15 Gluten-Free Fall Desserts That Are Just As Delicious!
Fall baking is so much fun, especially when you get to enjoy all those seasonal flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin spice. But let’s be honest, finding good gluten-free desserts can be a bit of a challenge.
Gluten-free baking often requires special flours and ingredients, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. It can be pretty simple – here’s my favorite gluten-free flour and gluten-free pie crust for starters!
However, making gluten-free fall desserts is a great way to make sure everyone can enjoy the treats, especially for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.
In this post, you’ll find a variety of gluten-free fall desserts that are easy to make, delicious, and full of all your favorite autumn flavors. From pumpkin bread to pecan pie, these recipes are sure to please everyone at your next fall gathering.
Are Gluten-Free Desserts Healthier?
You might be wondering: are gluten-free desserts actually healthier? Well, they can be! Gluten-free desserts often use alternative flours like almond or coconut flour, which can provide more nutrients than traditional white flour.
These flours are usually higher in protein and fiber, making gluten-free desserts a bit more filling. Plus, many gluten-free recipes focus on using whole, natural ingredients, which can be a great way to cut down on processed sugars and unhealthy fats.
While they’re still desserts, they can be a slightly healthier option if you’re mindful of the ingredients you use.
What Are The Best Gluten-Free Desserts For Fall?
There’s so many options to choose from! Some of my favorites are the gluten free pumpkin bread and pumpkin cookies listed below, but I tried to include some for everyone’s different taste buds!
Gluten-Free Fall Desserts
Here’s a list of some of the best gluten-free fall desserts, packed with flavors like cinnamon, apple, pumpkin, and pecan. Each one is easy to make and perfect for cozy autumn nights!
1. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
This classic pumpkin bread is packed with fall flavors like cinnamon and nutmeg. The best part? It’s completely gluten-free, thanks to almond flour! It’s moist, tender, and perfect for breakfast or a snack. Bonus: you can make it in one bowl, making cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups almond flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
Step 2:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Step 3:
Add the almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to the wet ingredients. Stir until well combined.
Step 4:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 5:
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6:
Let the pumpkin bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie
No fall dessert list would be complete without pumpkin pie! This gluten-free version uses a flaky almond flour crust and a creamy filling made with pumpkin puree, eggs, and your favorite pumpkin spice blend. Top it with whipped cream or ice cream for the ultimate fall treat.
Ingredients
- 1 gluten-free pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pumpkin spice
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the gluten-free pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, eggs, coconut milk, vanilla extract, pumpkin spice, and salt.
Step 3:
Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly.
Step 4:
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are golden brown.
Step 5:
Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. You can refrigerate it for a couple of hours for easier slicing.
Step 6:
Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra fall treat!
3. Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
There’s nothing like the smell of a freshly baked apple crisp on a chilly fall day. This gluten-free apple crisp combines tart apples, warm spices, and a crunchy oat topping. It’s quick and easy to make, and it tastes amazing served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Topping:
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup. Spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 3:
In a separate bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil (or butter), and cinnamon for the topping. Mix until crumbly.
Step 4:
Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
Step 5:
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden and crispy.
Step 6:
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the perfect fall dessert!
4. Pecan Pie Bars
These gluten-free pecan pie bars give you all the flavors of classic pecan pie without the hassle of making a full pie. They have a shortbread-like crust and a gooey, sweet pecan filling that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup sugar
Filling:
- 1 cup maple syrup or corn syrup
- ¾ cup coconut sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2:
In a bowl, mix together the gluten-free flour, softened butter, and sugar until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
Step 3:
Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
Step 4:
Meanwhile, whisk together the maple syrup, coconut sugar, eggs, vanilla, and chopped pecans for the filling.
Step 5:
Pour the filling over the baked crust and spread it out evenly.
Step 6:
Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set.
Step 7:
Cool completely before cutting into bars. Enjoy!
5. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake
This creamy, dreamy pumpkin cheesecake is perfect for fall. It has a gluten-free graham cracker crust and is topped with a layer of cream cheese frosting. It’s the perfect blend of pumpkin and cheesecake, making it a must-try!
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup sugar
Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pumpkin spice
Topping:
- Whipped cream or cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Step 2:
In a bowl, mix the gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan to form the crust.
Step 3:
Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
Step 4:
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, eggs, vanilla, and pumpkin spice, and continue to mix until well combined.
Step 5:
Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 6:
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.
Step 7:
Let the cheesecake cool completely before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours. Serve with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
6. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies
These soft and chewy chocolate chip pumpkin cookies are the ultimate fall treat. Made with gluten-free flour and packed with chocolate chips and pumpkin puree, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone.
11. Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
Ingredients
Filling:
- 6 medium apples (peeled and sliced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Topping:
- 1 cup gluten-free oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3:
In another bowl, mix the gluten-free oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, and cinnamon. Add the melted coconut oil and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.
Step 4:
Spread the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
Step 5:
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Step 6:
Let the apple crisp cool slightly before serving. Pair it with ice cream for a delightful fall treat!
12. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Step 3:
Add the gluten-free flour, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just combined.
Step 4:
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
Step 5:
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6:
Let the pumpkin bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
13. Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
Step 3:
Add the gluten-free flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined, then fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 4:
Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 5:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
Step 6:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy your fall treat!
More Gluten Free Fall Recipes
Here are some more of my favorite gluten free fall recipes!
7. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spiced Cupcakes
These cupcakes are full of pumpkin spiced goodness and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. The gluten-free batter is light and fluffy, making these cupcakes perfect for a fall celebration.
8. Gluten-Free Apple Pie
This gluten-free apple pie is everything you love about the classic version—sweet, tender apples, a hint of cinnamon, and a flaky gluten-free crust. Serve it with a scoop of ice cream for the perfect fall dessert.
9. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
These pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are quick and easy to make. They’re moist, flavorful, and filled with warm fall spices. The chocolate chips add the perfect amount of sweetness.
10. Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls
Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls are a fall favorite, and this gluten-free version does not disappoint. They’re topped with a thick cream cheese frosting, making them the ultimate cozy morning treat.
11. Gluten-Free Pecan Pie
This gluten-free pecan pie has a rich, buttery filling and a crispy crust. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.
12. Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookies
If you love a good PSL, you’ll love these gluten-free pumpkin spice latte cookies. They’re soft, chewy, and packed with pumpkin spice flavor.
13. Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
This gluten-free pumpkin roll is a showstopper! It’s made with a light and fluffy pumpkin sponge cake that’s rolled up with a sweet cream cheese frosting. It looks fancy, but it’s surprisingly easy to make.
14. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Brownies
These gluten-free pumpkin brownies are fudgy, rich, and have a subtle pumpkin flavor. They’re perfect for chocolate lovers who still want a little fall flavor in their dessert.
15. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie Bars
If you’re short on time, these gluten-free pumpkin pie bars are a quick and easy way to enjoy all the flavors of pumpkin pie. They have a buttery gluten-free crust and a creamy pumpkin filling.
If you’re planning a fall party or event, make sure to check out my dessert table ideas on a budget for some inspiration on how to set up a beautiful spread without breaking the bank!
Enjoy these gluten-free fall desserts, and remember, you don’t have to miss out on all the yummy treats just because you’re gluten-free!
Fall is the perfect time to bake, it’s my personal favorite – and these recipes make sure everyone can enjoy the season’s best flavors. Happy baking!
