From the festive decor lining the store aisles to the joyous meteorologists proclaiming forecasts of cooler weather, fall is definitely on its way! It seems everyone here in Arizona is excited – me included! After months of extreme heat, our anticipation is understandable. I can’t wait for the leaves to change, cozy sweaters and, or course, everything pumpkin. It’s a great time of year!

To help kick this season off right, I thought it would be fun to put together a list of my all-time favorite fall recipes and DIY projects. From delicious lattes to pumpkin spice soap, there is something for everyone in this collection of fall favorites! Enjoy and happy fall!

Favorite Fall Recipes and DIY Projects

Apple Bread Recipe

With homemade applesauce and delicious cream cheese filling, this apple and cream cheese bread recipe is sure to be a family favorite!

Get the Apple and Cream Cheese Bread recipe here.

Pumpkin Cake with Cheesecake Filling

Decadent and delicious, this pumpkin cake with cheesecake filling is sure to be a family favorite this fall!

Get the Pumpkin Cake with Cheesecake Filling Recipe here.

Vanilla Pumpkin Spice Soap

Celebrate fall with Vanilla Pumpkin Spice Soap! This easy DIY tutorial will show you how to make your own soap in under an hour!

Find the DIY Pumpkin Spice Soap Tutorial here.

Freezer Apple Pie Filling

Enjoy homemade apple pie anytime with this simple freezer apple pie filling recipe. Enjoy the traditional way or try a decadent brown sugar crumb topping!

Grab the Freezer Apple Pie Filling Recipe here.