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50 Cozy Fall Comfort Food Recipes

Photos of pumpkin bread, grilled "cheese" sandwiches, fries, pancakes, pasta, and soup for our round-up of cozy fall comfort food recipes

When you think of comfort food, what comes to mind? It’s different for everyone, but it’s hard not to feel comforted by creamy, rich dishes, especially those with a hint of nostalgia. For those chilly fall days that call for extra comfort, this recipe round-up is just the one you need!

We’ve gathered cozy fall comfort food recipes including breakfasts, pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, soups & stews, lots of potato dishes, and even a few desserts. Scroll through to add a little extra warmth and happiness to your fall day!

(Note: Dietary symbols listed throughout for easy navigation!)

Breakfasts

Large plate with two Vegan biscuits sliced open and topped with gravy
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Vegan Biscuits and Gravy
Flaky vegan biscuits with thick, peppery mushroom gravy! A flavorful, healthy, satisfying 30-minute vegan breakfast.
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Spoon in a bowl of Cozy Turmeric Porridge with pomegranate arrils
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Cozy Turmeric Porridge (1 Pot!)
Cozy turmeric porridge with steel cut oats, coconut milk, turmeric, and spices, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Just 1 pot required!
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Drizzling maple syrup on slices of vegan French toast with strawberries
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Easy Vegan French Toast (10 Minutes!)
Vegan French toast that’s quick and easy, custardy, eggy, vanilla- and cinnamon-infused, and SO delicious! Ready in 10 minutes with simple methods.
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Plate with a slice of Apple French Toast Baked and maple syrup
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Apple French Toast Bake
7-ingredient French toast bake with cinnamon apples. Crispy, tender, full of delicious fall flavor.
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Pouring maple syrup onto a stack of fluffy gluten-free dairy-free pancakes
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Super Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes (1 Bowl!)
Super FLUFFY gluten-free pancakes that taste like your classic pancake house favorites. Naturally sweetened, optionally dairy-free, made in 1 bowl, and oh-so delicious!
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Stack of Banana Oat Pancakes with a slice removed
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1-Bowl Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes
Vegan banana pancakes made in 1 bowl with wholesome ingredients! Easy, fluffy, tender, naturally sweetened, and the perfect healthier breakfast or dessert!
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Stack of Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Pancakes with a slice removed
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Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Pancakes 2.0
A new and improved version of our popular chocolate chip oatmeal cookie pancakes, this time made gluten-free, vegan, and requiring just one bowl and 30 minutes!
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Plate of Vegan Pumpkin Spice Pancakes topped with syrup
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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
Tender, spiced vegan pumpkin pancakes that require just 1 bowl and 20 minutes to prepare. Healthy, simple, and perfect for chilly fall mornings.
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Drizzling icing onto a batch of delicious Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
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Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
1-Bowl Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls made with 10 ingredients using easy methods. Warm, gooey, perfectly sweet, and subtly spiced — perfect for fall!
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Spreader knife coated in frosting on a pan of Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
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1-Bowl Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
Simple, fluffy vegan cinnamon rolls infused with banana bread flavor and made in just 1 bowl!
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Covering a batch of Vegan Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls with icing
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Vegan Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls
Amazing fluffy and tender vegan, gluten-free cinnamon rolls! Just 10 ingredients and simple methods required for these insanely flavorful and delicious rolls!
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Stack of gluten-free pop tarts filled with apple butter
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Mini Apple Butter Pop Tarts (Vegan + GF)
Buttery, flaky, cinnamon-infused mini pop tarts with a sweet apple butter filling! The perfect vegan and gluten-free treat for apple season, with just 9 ingredients required!
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Pizzas

Slices of Vegan Pizza on a parchment-lined plate
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My Favorite Vegan Pizza
The BEST vegan pizza made with a garlic-herb crust, simple tomato sauce, TONS of sautéed veggies, and vegan parmesan cheese. Thin crust, tons of flavor, and ridiculously satisfying.
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Plate of our vegan pizza made with veggies and homemade sausage
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Gluten-Free Vegan Sausage Pizza
Looking to upgrade pizza night? This vegan, gluten-free sausage pizza is the trick! Made with 9 simple, whole food ingredients, customizable toppings, and BIG flavor!
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Cast iron pan of cheesy vegan pizza beans topped with fresh basil
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Cheesy Vegan Pizza Beans (30 Minutes!)
Savory, saucy, and CHEESY white beans that taste like pizza! An easy, comforting, plant-based entrée with just 10 ingredients and 30 minutes required!
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Skillet of homemade Deep Dish Pizza
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Simple Deep Dish Pizza
Simple deep dish pizza without the butter and topped with tons of roasted veggies. Easy, healthy, and 45 minutes from start to finish.
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Homemade Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Pizza on a baking sheet
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Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Pizza
A simple, flavorful flatbread-style pizza with goat cheese, caramelized onions and balsamic reduction.
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Pastas

Pan filled with a batch of the Best Vegan Gluten-Free Mac n Cheese
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The Best Vegan Gluten-Free Mac ‘n’ Cheese
THE BEST Vegan, Gluten-Free Mac ‘n’ Cheese made with 8 simple ingredients in 1 hour! Cheesy, hearty, and so satisfying.
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Bowl of gluten-free butternut squash pasta with shiitake bacon
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Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta
Incredibly flavorful roasted butternut squash pasta with garlicky alfredo sauce and optional shiitake bacon. Savory-sweet, comforting, 10 simple ingredients required! Naturally plant-based and gluten-free.
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Big plate of simple and delicious Vegan Alfredo Pasta
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30-Minute Vegan Alfredo (GF)
Creamy, 30-minute vegan alfredo made with 9 ingredients and simple methods. Add spring peas and vegan parmesan cheese for a satisfying plant-based meal.
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Pan of Vegan Pumpkin Mac 'n' Cheese topped with fresh sage leaves
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Creamy Pumpkin Mac ‘n’ Cheese
Amazing, creamy, flavorful pumpkin mac ‘n’ cheese made with 10 simple ingredients! The perfect dairy- and gluten-free entrée for fall and the holiday season!
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INCREDIBLE 30-minute White Wine + Garlic Pasta with Roasted Brussels Sprouts! Quickly becoming a fan favorite for good reason! #vegan #glutenfree #pasta #recipe #plantbased
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Garlic and White Wine Pasta with Brussels Sprouts
Flavorful, insanely delicious pasta with white wine and garlic white sauce and roasted Brussels sprouts. Just 30 minutes and 10 ingredients required!
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Close up shot of a fork in a bowl of mushroom stroganoff
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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff (GF Optional)
Comforting, creamy, and dreamy vegan mushroom stroganoff that’s gluten-free optional, too! SO delicious and easy to make, with just 10 ingredients required!
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Fork in a bowl of vegan stuffed shells
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Easy Vegan Stuffed Shells
Rich, saucy vegan stuffed shells with a protein-rich tofu and cashew ricotta filling. Perfect for meal prep or the holiday table. Just 9 ingredients required!
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Slice of butternut squash lasagna topped with vegan parmesan and fresh basil
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Butternut Squash Lasagna (Vegan, GF Optional)
Creamy butternut squash sauce meets pasta, kale, and mushrooms in a delicious twist on classic lasagna. Bursting with fall flavor and just 10 ingredients required!
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Pan of garlicky vegan alfredo spaghetti squash pasta
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Spaghetti Squash Pasta with Garlicky Alfredo Sauce
This unbelievably creamy, 5-ingredient alfredo sauce marries perfectly with tender spaghetti squash for the ultimate comfort meal that’s deceptively healthy and simple. Just 8 ingredients required!
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Sandwiches & Bread

Stack of vegan grilled cheese sandwiches
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The BEST Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich
The BEST Vegan Grilled Cheese sandwich made with toasty, buttered sourdough bread and our mega flavorful vegan grilled cheese spread. Just 3 ingredients required!
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Close up shot of golden brown slices of vegan garlic bread on a baking sheet
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The BEST Vegan Garlic Bread
Buttery, savory, SUPER flavorful vegan garlic bread baked to golden perfection. Gluten-free optional and just 7 ingredients and 25 minutes required!
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Stack of Grilled Almond Butter, Dark, Chocolate, & Pomegranate sandwiches on a plate
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Grilled Almond Butter, Dark Chocolate & Pomegranate Sandwich
A grilled sandwich on crusty wheat bread stuffed with almond butter, quality dark chocolate, and pomegranate arils.
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Soups, Stews & Curries

Spoon in a bowl of white bean mushroom stew with a slice of crusty bread
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Cozy White Bean Mushroom Stew (Vegan)
Cozy, creamy white bean and mushroom stew with potatoes and herbs. An easy, 1-pot entrée perfect for cooler weather. Vegan, gluten-free, and SO delicious!
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Overhead photo of a bowl of our cozy curry noodle soup with chicken
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Cozy Curry Noodle Soup (Thai-Inspired)
Comforting, Thai-inspired noodle soup with bok choy, mushrooms, and chicken or tofu. A versatile, veggie-packed meal ready in 30 minutes!
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Bowl of Thai-Inspired Chicken Noodle Soup topped with thai chilies and fresh basil
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Cozy Thai-Inspired Chicken Noodle Soup
An incredibly comforting bowl of Thai-inspired chicken noodle soup made with simple ingredients in 1 pot. The perfect hearty, quick meal to serve when you need something nourishing fast!
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Close up shot of a bowl of vegan broccoli cheddar soup with chunks of broccoli
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Creamy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Creamy, cheesy vegan broccoli cheddar soup that’s SO comforting and easy to make. Just 10 ingredients required!
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Spoons in a Dutch oven filled with our vegan pot pie soup recipe
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Vegan White Bean Pot Pie Soup
A cozy vegan soup with all the flavor of your favorite pot pie, but none of the hassle! Flaky biscuits over a comforting, creamy soup with fiber-packed white beans and veggies.
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Hands cradling a bowl of gluten-free chicken pot pie soup
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Gluten-Free Chicken Pot Pie Soup (Dairy-Free!)
Creamy, savory chicken pot pie SOUP topped with fluffy gluten-free and dairy-free biscuits! The perfect comforting meal for cooler months, with just 10 ingredients required!
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Stirring a skillet of vegan tofu cauliflower korma curry
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Creamy Vegan Tofu Cauliflower Curry (Korma-Inspired)
A comforting, Korma-inspired vegan curry with tofu and cauliflower cooked in a creamy cashew sauce. A satisfying, nourishing meal with just 10 ingredients!
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Vintage spoon in a bowl of Chickpea Noodle Soup
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1-Pot Chickpea Noodle Soup
Comforting, 1-pot noodle soup made with chickpeas instead of chicken. Plant-based and gluten-free, and bursting with color, flavor, and wholesome ingredients!
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Bowls of chicken noodle soup topped with fresh parsley
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Chicken Noodle Soup (Classic or Immune-Boosting!)
Nourishing chicken noodle soup made in 1 pot with 10 simple ingredients. Comforting, brothy, and bursting with flavor. Gluten-free optional!
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Potato Recipes

Plate of Lentil Mushroom Stew Over Mashed Potatoes
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Lentil Mushroom Stew over Mashed Potatoes
Super delicious and hearty mushroom lentil stew gravy over mashed potatoes! Entirely vegan, gluten-free, and grain-free. A delicious and easy-to-make 10-ingredient meal or side!
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Glass baking dish of Vegan Shepherds Pie with a couple servings removed
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1-Hour Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
A hearty, 10-ingredient Vegan Shepherd's Pie that's loaded with veggies and savory lentils and topped with fluffy mashed potatoes. So flavorful and satisfying that you won't miss the meat!
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Cast-iron skillet of Vegan Scalloped Potatoes topped with chopped parsley
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Easy Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
Delicious, cheesy, tender scalloped potatoes made vegan thanks to almond milk and nutritional yeast! Just 10 ingredients required for this classic holiday side dish!
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Cutting board with small bowls of 1-Hour Fall Pot Pies
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1-Hour Fall Pot Pies
Simple, 1-hour vegan pot pies with fall vegetables, topped with pumpkin sage biscuits! Comforting, savory, and perfect for chilly weather.
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Close up shot of Cheesy Cauliflower Twice-Baked Potatoes
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Cauliflower Twice-Baked Potatoes
A cheesy, luxurious twice-baked potato with steamed cauliflower inside! The perfect vegetarian side dish.
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Using a fork to pick up a bite of Vegan Poutine made with mushroom gravy
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Easy Vegan Poutine
Vegan poutine with crispy potatoes, savory mushroom gravy, and melty vegan cheese curds! The perfect plant-based alternative to this Canadian classic.
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Crispy Baked Garlic Fries on a baking sheet with a bowl of ketchup
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Crispy Baked Garlic Matchstick Fries
The crispiest baked french fries ever! No soaking or frying involved, just cut into matchsticks and bake! Just 5 ingredients and 30 minutes to crispy, garlic french fries!
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Desserts

Slices of gluten-free pumpkin bread on a plate next to a partially sliced loaf
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The BEST Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread (1 Bowl!)
The ULTIMATE gluten-free pumpkin bread: FLUFFY, tender, spice-filled, and so classic! Dairy-free, simple methods, and just 1 bowl required for this nostalgic fall dessert.
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Plate with a partially sliced loaf of Gluten-Free Banana Bread
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One Bowl Gluten-Free Banana Bread
The only gluten-free banana bread recipe you’ll ever need. 1 bowl, simple ingredients, so moist, hearty, and delicious.
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Tray with a stack of Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Cider Donuts
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Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Cider Baked Donuts
Fluffy, apple-cider-infused vegan, gluten-free donuts! Naturally sweetened, about 30 minutes from start to finish, and perfect for fall!
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Overhead shot of our crackly top fudgy vegan gluten-free brownies
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Fudgy Crackly Top Brownies (Vegan + GF)
Fudgy, decadent, crackly top brownies that are undetectably vegan and gluten-free! SO easy to make with simple methods and just 1 bowl and 9 ingredients required!
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Close up shot of vegan chocolate chip cookies topped with flaky salt
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Classic Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies (1 Bowl!)
The perfect classic vegan chocolate chip cookie made in 1 bowl! Salty-sweet, buttery, slightly crisp edges, tender center, and gooey chocolate chips. Just 9 ingredients and simple methods required!
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If you try any of these cozy fall comfort food recipes, let us know! Leave a comment, or take a picture and tag it @minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!

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