How To Get Rid Of Spice In Mouth

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It's that time of year when it seems like anything flavored with pumpkin spice gets all the love and attention. But if you're just not feeling it, you'll be glad to have these alternative treats for your autumn enjoyment. You'll still taste all the best fall flavors — apples, pears, caramel, maple, nuts, and dark chocolate — without that overwhelming pumpkin spice vibe.

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Almond and Pear Cake

cake topped with thin slices of pears and almond slivers

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Oatmeal Cookie Apple Crisp

Oatmeal Cookie Apple Crisp in a silver dish

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You're going to want to serve this crisp while it's warm from the oven, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Chef John's Chili Chocolate Cookies

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Pecan Cardamom Bar Cookies

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Cardamom is quickly gaining in popularity as a substitute for cinnamon. Not that there's anything wrong with cinnamon, but why not expand your taste horizons? Kari says, "Amazingly good. I love cardamom. Also had a great shortbread-type texture."

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Apple Harvest Pound Cake with Caramel Glaze

apple pound cake on a cake stand beside apples

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This easy-to-make apple and walnut Bundt cake drizzled with homemade caramel sauce is perfect for fall parties. Jenn says, "Absolutely delightful! I added 1 cup of chocolate chips as well. Worked wonderfully with the cinnamon."

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Maple Pecan Shortbread Squares

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Smart tip: Toast the pecans before making this recipe to deepen their flavor. Reviewer jvoigt says, "Giving this five stars because even the people who don't normally eat dessert enjoyed this. Easier than pecan pie."

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White Chocolate Macadamia Cranberry Dreams

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Fudge Walnut Brownies

plate of Fudge Walnut Brownies

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Maple Walnut Pralines

plate of Maple Walnut Pralines

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Use real maple syrup in this super simple candy so the flavor really shines through. "Fantastic! Love, love, love these! This was so quick and simple to make and tastes so delicious. This is a definite keeper, " raves Christina.

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Chai Cupcakes

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If you love the warm and spicy flavors of chai tea, you've got to try these chai-kissed cupcakes. "I was a bit skeptical the first time I made these for a family gathering! They were an instant hit! Have made them numerous times since then, including as a dessert item for a nephew's wedding!" —babaloo53

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Apple Brownies

homemade Apple Brownies on a plate

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"This was my Mom's recipe," says Baker Jim. "Easy and quick to make. Apples and walnuts are packed into a cinnamon spiced blonde brownie. Always a hit when I bring it to parties. Very moist and great to make in the fall when apples are plentiful."

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Pear and Chocolate Tart

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"My version of a recipe found on a free supermarket recipe card! It's chocolaty, juicy, and scrumptious. The tart is best served warm with crème fraîche." — vicki oliver

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Chef John's Apple Dumplings

apple dumpling with sauce and ice cream in bowl

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"This is one of America's oldest desserts. The flavor profile is almost identical to an apple pie, but instead of having a bunch of slices about, we have one beautifully roasted, tender, sweet apple inside--which while still covered in the same crust we use for a pie, is far superior because we basted and baked it with a sugar sauce. I highly recommend these get served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream." — Chef John

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Kheer (Rice Pudding)

bowl of Kheer (Rice Pudding)

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This Basmati rice pudding is made fragrant with cardamom and rose water. Home cook jeninAZ offers this suggestion: "As others have said, trust the rice quantity and don't add more! And use golden raisins instead of regular — it's more traditional and much nicer looking."

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Apple Cheesecake with Caramel Sauce

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With apples, caramel, and pecans in the mix, this is the perfect dessert to end any fall feast.

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