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Recipe Roundups —
Nov 1, 2026

16 Desserts to Make in November

Looking for what to bake in November? Here are 16 cozy November desserts, from pumpkin cakes and apple cookies to pecan pie bars and Thanksgiving pies.

Recipe Roundups —
Nov 1, 2026
16 Desserts to Make in November
ooey gooey pumpkin cinnamon rolls

Looking for what to bake in November? Here are 16 cozy November desserts, from pumpkin cakes and apple cookies to pecan pie bars and Thanksgiving pies.

16 Desserts to Make in November

Sofi | Broma Bakeryby Sofi | Broma Bakery

Happy November, my friends!

There’s a lot to love about November baking. It’s the time of year when pumpkin is still very much invited to the party, pecans are making their annual comeback, and drizzling everything in caramel feels like the correct decision. Whether you’re getting a head start on your Thanksgiving menu or just looking for something delicious to bake on a chilly weekend, we’ve rounded up 16 November desserts worth turning your oven on for. From gooey sticky buns to show-stopping pies and plenty of pumpkin treats, there’s something here for every kind of sweet tooth.

Put a fun spin on classic pumpkin pie with this brûléed pumpkin pie topped sugar crunch crust!

Bruleed Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie, but make it fancy. This brûléed pumpkin pie has all the creamy, warmly spiced filling you know and love, topped with a crackly layer of caramelized sugar that makes every slice feel a little more special.

Pecan Pie Brownies

Can’t decide between brownies and pecan pie? Don’t! These pecan pie brownies combine a rich, fudgy chocolate brownie base with a gooey, buttery pecan pie topping. Basically, two desserts in one very delicious package.

pecan pie brownies on a cooling rack

ooey gooey pumpkin cinnamon rolls

Ooey-Gooey Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Your favorite cinnamon rolls are getting a fall makeover. These pumpkin cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and swirled with plenty of cinnamon sugar, with pumpkin in the dough for an extra tender, cozy bite. Perfect for a slow November morning.

Pumpkin Caramel Cake

Pumpkin and caramel are a match made in dessert heaven, and this cake is proof. With tender pumpkin cake and luscious caramel flavor throughout, it’s the kind of bake that feels right at home on your Thanksgiving dessert table.

One bite of this Pumpkin Cake and you'll never want another cake ever again. Topped with the best cream cheese frosting and a salted caramel drizzle.

apple crisp cookies

Apple Crisp Cookies

All the best parts of apple crisp, packed into cookie form! These cookies bring together soft, chewy goodness, cozy cinnamon-spiced apples, and that irresistible buttery crisp topping. It’s like your favorite fall dessert decided to become a handheld treat.

Brioche Dinner Rolls

Okay, not technically a dessert, but no November baking roundup would be complete without a batch of homemade dinner rolls. These rolls are pillowy soft, buttery, and perfect for soaking up every last bit of gravy at Thanksgiving dinner.

brioche dinner rolls

peanut butter chocolate chip cookie

Chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this one’s for you. This pie brings together a creamy, dreamy peanut butter filling with plenty of chocolate chip goodness for a no-fuss dessert that always disappears fast.

Pumpkin Pie Cookies

Everything you love about pumpkin pie, in a cookie! These pumpkin pie cookies deliver all those warm fall spices and pumpkin flavor in a fun, easy-to-serve format. They’re basically a little slice of Thanksgiving you can eat with your hands.

pumpkin pie cookies

caramel pecan sticky buns cut in half

Upside Down Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Sticky buns are already pretty hard to resist, but these take things to another level. Soft, fluffy dough gets topped with a buttery caramel pecan topping that turns gloriously gooey when flipped. Just try not to eat three before they make it to the table.

Pumpkin Coffee Cake

Your morning coffee called, and it wants a slice of this pumpkin coffee cake. With tender pumpkin cake, warm fall spices, and a delicious crumb topping, this is the kind of bake that makes getting out of bed on a chilly November morning a whole lot easier.

chai blondies with maple glaze

Maple Chai Blondies

If you love a cozy chai latte, you’re going to love these maple chai blondies. They’re buttery, chewy, and packed with warming chai spices, with maple adding just the right amount of sweetness. A little unexpected, a whole lot delicious.

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies

A fall-inspired take on the nostalgic Little Debbie classic! These pumpkin oatmeal cream pies sandwich fluffy marshmallow buttercream between two soft, chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies. They’re nostalgic, seasonal, and dangerously easy to snack on.

pumpkin oatmeal cream pies

pumpkin sticky toffee pudding

Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Pudding

Sticky toffee pudding gets a fall upgrade with pumpkin cake and a rich, buttery toffee sauce. It’s warm, gooey, and absolutely begging to be served with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. Trust us, you’re going to want extra sauce.

Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie

These bars take everything you love about pecan pie and make it even better. A buttery base is topped with gooey bourbon-spiked pecan filling and plenty of chocolate for a rich, decadent dessert that’s much easier to serve than a traditional pie.

bourbon chocolate pecan pie bars

This is not your grandmother's chess pie. A luxurious combination of brown butter, maple, and custard make this Maple Chess Pie one for the books.

Salted Maple Chess Pie

A classic chess pie gets a cozy fall twist with rich maple flavor and a little flaky salt to balance out all that sweetness. The filling is wonderfully rich and custardy, making this one a standout addition to any Thanksgiving dessert spread.

Pumpkin Cheesecake

Because is it even November if there’s not at least one pumpkin cheesecake involved? This creamy, decadent cheesecake brings together tangy cream cheese and warmly spiced pumpkin for a dessert that’s guaranteed to earn a spot on your holiday table.

pumpkin cheesecake with whipped cream and caramel

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