It seems the second the seasons change, our cravings for all things pumpkin, apple and squash go into overdrive. And with good reason — there are plenty of delicious recipes that include these fall favorites. We rounded up 15 recipes that are sure to warm you up (when it finally does cool off) and taste delicious. Enjoy!

Soups

1. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Chicken Quinoa Stew — Leelalicious

Yes, the name is quite a mouthful, but this hearty stew is perfect for those days when cooking sounds about as enticing as running a marathon. Regina of Leelalicious blog recommends eating it as a stew, but you can also pour it on top of another carb like steamed brown rice. (Pictured above.) 

2. Carrot Apple Soup — Southern Living

This simple soup eliminates the need for sautéing the vegetables, which results in a brighter, more refreshing soup. To keep it vegetarian, you can substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.

3. Spicy Pumpkin Soup with Avocado Cream — Southern Living

Pumpkins and avocado are the dream team. This easy recipe yields 6-8 servings and requires only 55 minutes of cooking time. Pro tip: If you don't have any buttermilk on hand for the avocado cream sauce, substitute plain yogurt and just a little water.

4. Butternut Squash Apple Soup with Sage Parmesan Croutons — Well Plated

This spin on butternut squash soup is healthy, cozy, lightly sweet, and marvelous reheated for an easy lunch or dinner. Plus, those croutons sound amazing.

5. Copycat Recipe: Panera Bread’s Autumn Squash Soup — Kim’s Cravings

There’s just something about Panera’s soups, which is why this recipe is the best of both worlds. Panera-style soup in the comfort of your own home? Count us in.

6. Healthy Pumpkin Chili — The Glowing Fridge

The addition of pumpkin adds the creamiest texture and savory flavor, making for a hearty fall staple type dish.

Dinners

7. Harvest Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potatoes Brussels Sprouts and Sautéed Apples — Well Plated

This recipe features almost everything good about fall in one skillet. Yum.

8. Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe — Life Tastes Good

Not only do these look tasty, they also come in a cute squash bowl.

9. Apple & Gouda Grilled Cheese — Domestic Superhero

We love a good grilled cheese. Especially when the twist includes apple and gouda cheese.

10. Baked Apple Pork Chops & Green Beans — Damn Delicious

A quick and easy sheet pan dinner that can be assembled ahead of time and baked right before serving. Easy peasy!

11. Pumpkin Coconut Curry — Lazy Cat Kitchen

This pumpkin coconut curry has a bit of a kick (use less chilli if you don’t like hot food) which is nicely soothed by the cooling coconut sauce. It’s delicious with dry roasted cashews and fresh coriander leaves on top.

Desserts 

12. 5 Ingredient Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies — Brooklyn Farm Girl

Who doesn’t love 5 ingredient recipes? Add chocolate chips on top of these cookies to take it to the next level of yum! P.S. This recipe is sugar free, using maple syrup instead.

13. Apple Pie Bites — The Blond Cook

Sometimes you just crave something sweet, but don’t want to deal with the hassle of a creme brulee recipe. In less than 30 minutes you can whip up these tasty little apple pies that are a perfect last-minute Thanksgiving (or anytime!) dessert.

14. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins — The Novice Chef 

Seeing that these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins have become one of the most popular recipes The Novice Chef’s website, we’re intrigued. Plus, Jessica of The Novice Chef blog says these treats are are her family’s absolute favorite muffins.

15. Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes — The Pretty Bee

These pancakes are the perfect Saturday-morning-in-the-fall breakfast recipe.