19 Fall Recipes for High Altitude Baking
Baking Fall or Thanksgiving bread and desserts at high altitude can be a challenge, but with the right adjustments, your treats will turn out perfect every time. Whether you’re crafting a classic high altitude pumpkin pie recipe, a rich high altitude pecan pie, or soft, fluffy dinner rolls, these 19 recipe ideas are tailored for success.
In this guide, you’ll find the best high altitude Fall & Thanksgiving desserts and breads, complete with tips for adjusting pie crusts, balancing moisture in fall desserts, and getting that perfect rise in breads and muffins.
From a warm spiced pumpkin bread to velvety pumpkin muffins, these recipes are guaranteed to make your holiday baking a success, no matter the elevation.
These High Altitude recipes are made at 8,000 ft elevation. To adjust the recipes for other elevations check out High Altitude Baking Adjustments
SIDE NOTE: if you have never seen the Aspen trees in Colorado during the fall you are missing out!! These pictures don’t even do the brilliant color justice.
1. Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chips
Pumpkin bread is a classic fall favorite, but adding chocolate chips takes it to a whole new level of deliciousness. The bread is moist and flavorful, thanks to pureed pumpkin and warming spices, while the chocolate chips add an indulgent richness that’s simply irresistible. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
2. Apple Fritter Cake with Vanilla Icing
This High Altitude Apple Fritter Cake is everything you love about a fresh apple fritter, transformed into a stunning homemade cake. With layers of warm cinnamon-sugar apples nestled between fluffy cinnamon cake and a luscious vanilla glaze cascading down the sides, this dessert is impossible to resist.
One bite, and you’ll be hooked! Whether served for breakfast, dessert, or a coffee-time treat, it’s bound to be a new favorite! CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
3. Pumpkin Pie with Homemade Whipped Cream
Homemade high altitude pumpkin pie is the perfect way to welcome fall and Thanksgiving. Enjoy a perfect slice of pumpkin pie that makes your senses come alive with the warmth of the spices, the creaminess of the filling, and the flakiness of the crust.
Impress all your friends and family with the perfect homemade high altitude pumpkin pie and pie crust topped with homemade whipped cream. CHECK OUT OF THE RECIPE
4. Apple Pie with Crumb Topping
Enjoy the flavors of fall with this easy High Altitude Apple Pie with Crumb Topping. This apple pie combines tender, spiced apples with a buttery crumble topping for the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
This apple crumb pie recipe creates a comforting, crowd-pleasing dessert for Thanksgiving. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
5. Pumpkin Bred with Streusel Topping
Pumpkin bread is a classic fall favorite, but adding a streusel topping takes it to a whole new level of deliciousness. The bread is moist and flavorful, thanks to pureed pumpkin and warming spices, while the streusel adds a buttery, sweet crunch that’s simply irresistible. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
6. Easy Sourdough Bread
There’s nothing quite like pulling a perfect loaf of sourdough bread from the oven—crackly crust, airy crumb, and that irresistible tang. This high altitude sourdough bread is especially rewarding, with its open texture and chewy bite that makes every slice feel like bakery-style bread.
At higher altitudes, sourdough can be tricky, but with the right adjustments, you can achieve a beautifully risen loaf with a moist interior and golden crust. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
7. Caramel Sauce – Perfect Every Time!
This foolproof high-altitude caramel sauce is silky smooth, perfectly sweet, and incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for dipping crisp apple slices in or drizzling over a scoop of vanilla ice cream. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
8. Apple Crisp with Crumble Topping
Crisp, tart apples, baked to velvety perfection crowned with a perfectly crisp and cinnamon-spiced crumble. This high altitude apple crisp is a harmonious blend of juicy and crunchy that is both comforting and delicious. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
9. Easy Pecan Pie
High Altitude Pecan Pie is the traditional pie filled with satisfyingly rich, nutty perfection. Prepare this easy High Altitude Pecan Pie recipe in less than 10 minutes with ingredients from your pantry.
It’s the perfect homemade pecan pie recipe for every gathering but especially Thanksgiving dinner. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
10. Apple Bread with Cinnamon Streusel
This High Altitude Apple Bread with Cinnamon Streusel brings together tender chunks of spiced apples, a hint of warm cinnamon, and a perfectly buttery, crunchy streusel topping that takes it over the top.
Whether you’re nestled in the mountains or just love the idea of a cozy fall treat, this recipe is designed to rise beautifully and deliver unbeatable flavor. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
11. Cinnamon Rolls with Overnight Option
Picture this: soft, pillowy dough, swirled with a blend of cinnamon and brown sugar, baked to golden brown perfection, and crowned with a luscious cascade of frosting. These irresistible gooey cinnamon rolls are not just a breakfast indulgence but a beckoning to gather around the table with your loved ones.
This great recipe has a make-ahead option, so enjoy warm cinnamon rolls on Thanksgiving. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
12. Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips
Irresistible, fluffy pumpkin muffins with a hint of spice and the velvety richness of chocolate. Try this easy pumpkin muffin recipe perfect for a chilly fall morning or Thanksgiving day. Enjoy Pumpkin Muffins Recipe with Chocolate Chips as you sip warm apple cider. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
13. Flaky Pie Crust
Flaky, tender homemade pie crust adds the perfect delicate touch to any pie. Try this easy pie crust recipe with only 4 ingredients, step-by-step directions, and detailed pictures, great for even the most novice baker.
This deliciously light and flaky pie crust recipe is perfect for your next Thanksgiving dessert. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
14. Pumpkin Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling
Irresistible pumpkin cake roll—the soft, spiced sponge, the rich and tangy cream cheese filling, and that final dusting of powdered sugar. It works perfectly at high altitude or sea level—no tweaks needed.
This pumpkin cake roll is cozy, nostalgic, and surprisingly easy to make. Whether you’re baking for a fall dinner, a holiday table, or just a sweet afternoon treat, this high altitude friendly recipe is one you’ll come back to year after year. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
15. Dinner Rolls – Soft & Fluffy
Take a bite out of these golden brown, soft, fluffy rolls. These homemade dinner rolls have a hint of sweetness and a touch of savory, which makes them perfect for Thanksgiving dinner. This easy dinner roll recipe is the best way to impress your family.
Follow the make-ahead instructions for a stress free meal with warm dinner rolls. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
16. Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Imagine the softest, chewiest cinnamon rolls with a hint of pumpkin spice in every bite—then top that off with a dreamy cream cheese frosting kissed with real maple syrup. These high altitude pumpkin cinnamon rolls are everything you love about fall breakfasts (or desserts!) rolled up in one irresistible treat.
Whether you’re baking for a weekend brunch or just because, this recipe is about to become your seasonal favorite. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
17. No-Knead Artisan Bread
Enjoy bread with perfect chewy crust with a light-as-air interior with your Thanksgiving dinner. This is the easiest artisan bread recipe you will ever make since there is no kneading involved and it only takes 1.5 hours to enjoy hot out of the oven bread. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
18. Applesauce Cake with Caramel Icing
Cozy, nostalgic, and irresistibly moist, this High Altitude Applesauce Cake with Caramel Icing is pure comfort in every bite. Each bite is packed with the cozy warmth of cinnamon and the deep, caramelized sweetness of homemade icing.
The applesauce makes this cake incredibly moist, while the fluffy crumb practically melts in your mouth. CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
19. Pecan Tassies with Cream Cheese Crust
Bite-sized and bursting with flavor, these High Altitude Pecan Tassies with Cream Cheese Crust are the perfect marriage of buttery, flaky pastry and rich, gooey pecan filling. This recipe guarantees that irresistible balance between a tender crust and a nutty-sweet filling that you’ll want to share (or keep all to yourself!). CHECK OUT THE RECIPE
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If you make these delicious High Altitude fall recipes leave a comment below and let me know how they turned out. If you have any questions, post them below and I would love to help you out.
