10 Easy No-Bake Fall Treats for a Sweet Autumn Snack

Pumpkin, caramel apple, maple pecan, or chocolate, fall has plenty of flavors to turn into something sweet.

These 11 easy no-bake fall treats include creamy cheesecake cups, bite-sized truffles, and crunchy little snacks that are simple to put together.

They’re great for sharing with family, serving at a get-together, or keeping a few in the fridge for when a sweet craving hits.

If you’re planning a fall menu, don’t miss my Easy Fall Crockpot Chicken Recipes for a simple dinner to pair with these sweet treats.

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1. No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups

Creamy, spiced pumpkin cheesecake filling layered over a buttery graham cracker crust makes these individual dessert cups a delicious fall treat and Thanksgiving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 2–3 hours | Total Time: Approximately 3 hours | Servings: 6 individual cups

Ingredients

For the filling	For the crust
8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened	1 cup (100 g) graham cracker crumbs
½ cup (120 g) pumpkin puree	3 tablespoons (42 g) melted butter
½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (240 ml) whipped cream

Instructions

• Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Divide among 6 dessert cups and press gently into the bottom.

• Prepare the filling by beating cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.

• Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until smooth.

• Spoon or pipe the filling over the crust in each cup.

• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Recipe tip: Use pure pumpkin purée rather than pumpkin pie filling.

2. Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites

These Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites combine crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel, crisp apple, and a drizzle of chocolate for a delicious fall treat.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 15–20 minutes | Total Time: Approximately 40 minutes | Servings: 20 bites

Ingredients

20 mini pretzel twists or square pretzels	½ cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
20 soft caramel candies	Flaky sea salt (optional)
1 medium crisp apple, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith

Instructions

• Wash, dry, and cut the apple into small cubes. Pat dry to remove excess moisture.

• Place a small piece of caramel on each pretzel and top with an apple cube.

• Melt the chocolate and drizzle over the bites.

• Let the chocolate set slightly and serve fresh. For the best texture, assemble just before serving.

3. Pumpkin Spice Oreo Balls

Rich, bite-sized, Pumpkin Spice Oreo Balls, all coated in a smooth layer of white chocolate.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes | Servings: 18–20 balls

Ingredients

For the Oreo balls	For the coating
24 Oreo cookies (regular, not double-stuffed)	10 oz (283 g) white chocolate melting wafers
4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened	A pinch of pumpkin pie spice for decoration
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

• Crush the cookies in a food processor until they form fine crumbs. or in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.

• Combining Oreo crumbs, softened cream cheese, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until the mixture holds together.

• Scooping about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and form small balls.

• Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes on a parchment tray, or until firm enough to dip.

• Melt the white chocolate according to the package instructions.

• Dip the chilled balls into the melted white chocolate. Let the excess coating drip off.

• Sprinkle pumpkin pie spice over the top

• Refrigerate until the coating is completely set.

4. No-Bake Fluffy S’mores Bites

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 16–18 bites

Ingredients

1½ cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs	¼ cup (45 g) mini chocolate chips
½ cup (120 g) marshmallow fluff	½ teaspoon vanilla extract
4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened	1 cup (175 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar	¼ cup (25 g) graham cracker crumbs, for decoration

Instructions

• Beat cream cheese and marshmallow fluff until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar.

• Stir in graham cracker crumbs and mini chocolate chips until a firm dough forms.

• Roll into 16 balls and refrigerate for 1 hour, or until firm.

• Melt the chocolate chips and dip each bite until coated.

• Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.

• Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs while the coating it is still wet.

5. Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats

These Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are sweet, chewy, and crunchy, with just the right balance of buttery caramel and salt.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Setting Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Servings: 12 squares

Ingredients

For the treats	For salted caramel topping
4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter	½ cup (160 g) thick caramel sauce
1 package (10 oz / 283 g) mini marshmallows	½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
5 cups (140 g) crispy rice cereal	¼ cup (45 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

• Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.

• Melt butter over low heat, then add marshmallows and stir until smooth.

• Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and fine sea salt, then fold in the cereal until coated.

• Transfer to the pan and gently press the mixture into an even layer.

• Drizzle with slightly warmed caramel sauce, sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

• Let cool for about 1 hour, then cut into 12 squares.

6. Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bites

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 16 bites

Ingredients

½ cup (128 g) creamy peanut butter	¾ (90 g) cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter, softened	2 tablespoons milk, or as needed
⅓ cup (67 g) sugar	Salt to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract	⅓ cup (60 g) mini chocolate chips

Instructions

• Spread flour on a baking sheet and heat in a 300°F (150°C) oven until it reaches 165°F (74°C) throughout, checking with a food thermometer. Let it cool completely before using.

• Beat peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Stir in brown sugar and vanilla.

• Mix in the cooled flour and salt. Add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the dough feels dry. Fold in the chocolate chips.

• Roll about 1 tablespoon of dough into balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.

• Refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until firm.

Recipe Tip: If the dough is sticky, chill it for 10–15 minutes before shaping.

7. No-Bake Fall Mocha Coffee Truffles

They’re easy to make and perfect for coffee and chocolate lovers.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes | Servings: 16 truffles

Ingredients

For the truffles	For the coating
1 cup (100 g) chocolate cookie crumbs	6 oz (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened	2 tablespoons cocoa powder, for dusting
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

• Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in cocoa powder, espresso powder, vanilla, and powdered sugar.

• Stir in chocolate cookie crumbs until a firm dough forms.

• Roll into 16 balls and refrigerate for 1 hour, or until firm.

• Melt the chocolate and dip each truffle until fully coated.

• Place on a parchment-lined tray. Dust with cocoa powder if desired and refrigerate until the chocolate sets.

8. No-Bake Cranberry White Chocolate Bites

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 16 bites

Ingredients

1 cup (100 g) graham cracker crumbs	½ cup (90 g) white chocolate chips, melted and cooled
½ cup (60 g) finely chopped dried cranberries	½ teaspoon vanilla extract
4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened	¼ cup (25 g) shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

• Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in melted white chocolate and vanilla.

• Stir in graham cracker crumbs and chopped cranberries until combined.

• Roll into 16 bite-sized balls. Coat with shredded coconut if desired.

• Refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until firm.

9. Chocolate Fall Pumpkin Truffles

Made with pumpkin purée, cream cheese, and melted chocolate, they’re a creamy, indulgent fall treat.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes | Servings: 16 truffles

Ingredients

½ cup (120 g) pumpkin puree	½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened	1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 cups (240 g) graham cracker crumbs	12 oz (340 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

• Beat cream cheese and pumpkin puree until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and pumpkin pie spice.

• Stir in graham cracker crumbs until a firm dough forms.

• Roll into 16 balls and refrigerate for 1 hour, or until firm.

• Melt the chocolate chips and dip each truffle until fully coated.

• Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.

10. No-Churn Maple Pecan Ice Cream

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Freezing Time: 6 hours | Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes | Servings: 8

Ingredients

2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream, cold	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk	1 cup (110 g) chopped pecans, toasted and cooled
½ cup (120 ml) pure maple syrup	Pinch of salt

Instructions

• Beat cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

• Gently fold in sweetened condensed milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

• Fold in the chopped pecans, reserving a few for the topping.

• Pour into a loaf pan, sprinkle with the remaining pecans, cover, and freeze for 6–8 hours or until firm.

• Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.

More Fall and Winter Treats & Food Ideas

1. Weird Halloween Finger Snacks, to make your Halloween spread a little spooky and delicious.

2. No Bake Thanksgiving desserts, that are perfect for your Thanksgiving table and will save oven space.

3. Make Ahead thanksgiving appetizers, you can prepare ahead of time and get a head start on your holiday menu.

4. Winter Cozy Warm Dessert Ideas, best chilly winter evenings when you need a quick treat

5. No Bake Holiday Cookies, simple and festive recipes, you can make without turning on the oven.