The 14 best recipes to bake in November
Because there's more to this month than Thanksgiving.
With Halloween behind us, it’s time to start making plans for the next big holiday (you know, the one that involves lots of pies and fluffy dinner rolls). This month we’re sharing recipes that would be perfect for the big feast, but let’s get real: There are plenty of days between now and then, so we’ve included recipes for everyday occasions, like simple spiced cookies, loaded vegetable fritters, and an espresso coffee cake that will give you the jolt you need to get through this busy month.
1) No-Bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie
Pumpkin pie, made easy! This no-bake treat has a Biscoff cookie crust, a creamy, airy pumpkin mousse filling, and a cloud of whipped cream on top. Make it now, or bookmark it for Thanksgiving. Looking for more simple holiday recipes? Here are 48 of our favorite Thanksgiving desserts.
Get the recipe: No-Bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie
Shop the recipe: King Arthur Pie Pan and Pumpkin Pie Spice
If you like this recipe, you may also like: The Most Pumpkin Pumpkin Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, Rich Chocolate Mousse
2) Pizza Bianca
This rectangular Roman style of pizza is notable for what it doesn’t have: red sauce and cheese. Instead, it’s a study in texture: A thin, crisp crust gives way to a chewy, olive oil-enriched crumb. Do as the Romans do and eat it plain, or split the long, dimpled loaves and stuff with mortadella and burrata (or any other fillings of your choosing).
Get the recipe: Pizza Bianca
Shop the recipe: Semolina Flour and Instant Yeast
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Mortadella Pizza Sandwich, New Haven-Style Pizza
3) Sourdough Apple Pie
If you’re looking for a twist on a classic pie, try this version. The crust is made with sourdough starter (ripe or discard), which gives it incredible depth of flavor. The filling, meanwhile, is piled high with cinnamon-spiced apples and gets topped with a generous mountain of nubby streusel.
Get the recipe: Sourdough Apple Pie
Shop the recipe: Boiled Cider and Vietnamese Cinnamon
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Fried Apple Pies, Paper Bag Apple Pie
4) Spiced Rye Ginger Cookies
For potlucks, fall sporting events, or everyday tea time, bake a batch of these spiced ginger cookies. These treats are fragrant with cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger; rye flour gives them a nutty flavor and an irresistible texture, with crisp edges and bendy centers.
Get the recipe: Spiced Rye Ginger Cookies
Shop the recipe: Organic Medium Rye Flour, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Ginger
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Ginger-Molasses Biscoff Cookies, Soft Molasses Cookies
5) Pumpkin Spice Latte Bars
These bars are sweet and spiced, with a hit of espresso and a subtle but perceptible pumpkin flavor. Think of them like pumpkin blondies: soft, thick, and rich. If you’re a fall maximalist, eat one alongside the PSL beverage that inspired them.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Spice Latte Bars
Shop the recipe: Pumpkin Pie Spice and Espresso Powder
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Ombre Chocolate Cake Bars, Vanilla Chai Bars
6) Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancakes)
We know we can’t (or shouldn’t) live on sweets alone. These pan-fried Korean pancakes are loaded with scallions (two bunches!), but you could also use any combination of shredded vegetables; the addition of cornstarch to the batter ensures they’re extra crispy. Dip them in a simple combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes).
Get the recipe: Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancakes)
Shop the recipe: Scone and Muffin Scoop
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Scallion Pancakes, Quick Sourdough Herb and Scallion Pancakes
7) Tiny Apple Tarts for Two
OK, so maybe you’re not hosting a crowd for dinner. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have a perfect apple tart. This recipe makes two small tarts; all you need is one apple, a few pantry staples, and less than a stick of butter. Share with a friend or eat one for dessert and save the second for breakfast!
Get the recipe: Tiny Apple Tarts for Two
Shop the recipe: Apple Pie Spice
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Small-Batch Cinnamon Rolls, Small-Batch Crispy Cheesy Focaccia
8) Cacio e Pepe Clover Rolls
Salty, nutty pecorino Romano and fresh cracked pepper are meant to be together — both in pasta dishes and these adorable pull-apart rolls. Buttery knobs of dough are tossed in a mixture of cheese and pepper and then tucked together in a muffin pan to bake. Serve them alongside any savory meal or use them to make sandwiches with leftovers the next day.
Get the recipe: Cacio e Pepe Clover Rolls (or Gluten-Free Cacio e Pepe Clover Rolls)
Shop the recipe: Standard Muffin Pan and King Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Sweet Potato Rolls, Rosemary Potato Rolls
9) Pumpkin-Sunflower Harvest Bread
This stunning bread, shaped like a stalk of wheat, is a perfect edible centerpiece for any holiday meal. It gets its rich color from pumpkin purée, and its big flavor (and pleasing texture) from a spiced sunflower seed crust that thrums with black pepper, paprika, cumin, and garlic.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin-Sunflower Harvest Bread
Shop the recipe: 100% Whole Wheat Flour and Bread Flour
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Sesame-Wheat, Seeded Sourdough Boule
10) Delicata Squash Galette with Cheese and Herbs
Delicata squash is the star of this savory tart, and for good reason: It has all the flavor of nutty, sweet butternut squash, but it doesn’t have to be peeled or cooked forever to become tender. The pastry dough is made with sour cream for a little extra richness and tang, which is complemented by the goat cheese and za’atar-spiked filling. Carefully shingling the slices of delicata squash makes an impressive presentation, especially when garnished with vibrant parsley before serving.
Get the recipe: Delicata Squash Galette with Cheese and Herbs
Shop the recipe: Za'atar
If you like this recipe you might also like: Tartiflette Tart with Rye Puff Pastry, Roasted Red Onion, Broccoli, and Blue Cheese Tart
11) Glazed Espresso Coffee Cake
November can feel like a sprint: Power through with a piece of this zebra-striped coffee cake, featuring vanilla and chocolate cake batters and a bold glaze made with brewed coffee and espresso powder.
Get the recipe: Glazed Espresso Coffee Cake
Shop the recipe: Espresso Powder
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Pumpkin Espresso Bundt Cake, Chocolate and Coffee Cupcakes
12) Inside-Out Pumpkin Muffins
These tender, spiced pumpkin muffins have a secret: a sweetened cream cheese filling hides at the center of each one. An oat streusel topping adds texture on top.
Get the recipe: Inside-Out Pumpkin Muffins
Shop the recipe: Boiled Cider and Rolled Oats
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie, Pumpkin Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
13) Rich Chocolate Mousse
We took classic chocolate mousse and made it better by streamlining the process (fewer dirty dishes!) so that you can make this creamy, luscious treat any time the mood strikes. Use high-quality chocolate for the best results, and top with a poof of homemade whipped cream.
Get the recipe: Rich Chocolate Mousse
Shop the recipe: Guittard Bittersweet Onyx Chocolate Wafers and Guittard Semisweet Chocolate Wafers
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Frozen Chocolate Mousse Tart, Easy Chocolate Pudding
14) Vanilla Bread Pudding with Prunes and Chocolate
This recipe takes leftover cubes of soft bread (think challah, milk bread, or brioche) and transforms it into a comforting, company-ready dessert. The key to this recipe is a large ratio of custard to bread, which gives the pudding a creamy texture, punctuated by bits of sweet Cognac-soaked prunes and chopped dark chocolate.
Get the recipe: Vanilla Bread Pudding with Prunes and Dark Chocolate
Shop the recipe: Madagascar Vanilla Beans and Pure Vanilla Extract
If you like this recipe, you may also like: Vanilla Rice Pudding, Pumpkin Rice Pudding
On the quest for the perfect Thanksgiving pie(s)? Here are some ideas.
Cover photo (Sourdough Apple Pie) by Rick Holbrook; food styling by Kaitlin Wayne.
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