Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats

I’ve never actually made rice krispie treats before this, I know right?! When I realized this I wondered how I could have gone so long without trying to make this iconic recipe. But I had a bag of pumpkin spice marshmallows in my pantry and I’ve been meaning to make this for a while.At first I thought these would be pretty terrible. But after trying them I was actually super surprised! They were pretty good. I got so many compliments on these, everyone was surprised with the flavor combination.These are a must try fall treat. They are super easy yet they will excite even the youngest of your guests. I’ve seen these bags of pumpkin spice marshmallows all over different stores, so now would be the time to try these. These are also fantastic if you need a quick treat since it will take about five minutes to make them, then you can leave them until ready to serve. Happy Baking![amd-yrecipe-recipe:131]

Gluten Free Pumpkin, Cream Cheese and Chocolate MuffCakes

These aren’t exactly cupcakes and they aren’t exactly muffins. Hence the name, muffcakes! They however, are absolutely delicious! They are completely light, fluffy and the cream cheese/chocolate center pairs perfectly with the pumpkin spice outside.I sent these to work with Alex after keeping one at home for myself. I was quite sad though, after I’d eaten mine, and when Alex didn’t bring any extras home from work. These are treats I will make again and again. I’m even working on a chocolate (black bottom) version of these.You absolutely need to try these muffcakes. You will fall in love with them as soon as you make them. They are a great fall treat, and since they are gluten free anyone can enjoy them![amd-yrecipe-recipe:124]

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

I LOVE these cookies. They are absolutely incredible. I need to get a gluten free version made ASAP so that I can eat them to my hearts content rather than just sampling a piece. So be on the lookout next week for a GF version of these!My Mom gave me this recipe and suggested I try it. I thought it sounded very good and seasonal so I went ahead and made it. Oh man! These are fantastic cookies. They are both completely soft and moist, yet full of over the top flavor and a slight bit of crunch. I’ve taken these several places already and people just raved about them. They a little piece of heaven in a cookie.Since I used fresh pumpkin puree in the cookies they spread a bit more than they would if you used canned pumpkin. If you’d prefer thicker cookies you can simply add a little bit more flour and baking soda to thicken them up. However, if you are using canned pumpkin, DO NOT change the ratios. If you do, you will end up with dense cookies. Canned pumpkin doesn’t have the same moisture content that fresh puree does. Either way, this recipe is great as is, and easy to double or change if you like.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:103]Source: Adapted from Taste of Home

Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Pumpkin Spice is everywhere now that we are entering into the fall season. While I’m not a huge coffee drinker I do enjoy the flavors of fall and can readily jump on the pumpkin spice train when it comes to baked goods.  Hopefully this is just one of many fall spice flavored recipes I’ll post this year!I created this recipe last fall and everyone who tried them, loved them! When I decided to make cookies to send to my sister I decided it was high time I made these again. While I don’t normally add nuts to cookies, since I really can’t stand nuts, this recipe absolutely needs nuts to complete the flavor. Since pecans pair so well with fall spices and chocolate I prefer to use them to any other nut when making these.You can use either homemade or store bought pumpkin pie spice. It is very easy to make at home and there are countless recipes on the internet you can replicate.  If I have time I like to make my own, but I typically keep some at the back of my cupboard for when I don’t have time to make my own.[amd-yrecipe-recipe:94]