Sarah Patterson Scott
Turtle Ice Cream Pie
Candy turtles—chocolatecovered caramel and pecan candy—meet graham-cracker-crusted ice cream pie.
Caramel-Apple Crisp
There's no better partner for caramel than a nice, crisp apple. Here, that great combination gives added appeal to a simple winter crisp.
Caramel-Nut Tart
This cashew, pine nut, and walnut tart is reminiscent of a pecan pie, but caramel sauce stands in for the cornsyrup filling. Serve with dollops of freshly whipped cream.
Rum, Caramel, and Banana Bread Pudding
Bananas Fosterthe New Orleans favoritein bread-pudding form. The caramel sauce is especially rich and flavorful, thanks to a splash of dark rum.
Coffee-Caramel Crème Brûlée
The custard in this clever dessert tastes just like a rich caramel cappuccino.
Pumpkin Praline Trifle
A pretty centerpiece dessert that's a cross between a trifle and tiramisù. To give the flavors time to meld, youll need to put the trifle together at least one day ahead, but it tastes best when made two days ahead. Any leftover praline would be terrific sprinkled over ice cream.
Pumpkin and Brown-Sugar Crème Brûlée
Cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, and cloves give this crème brûlée a spicy kick.
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Marshmallow-Sour Cream Topping and Gingersnap Crust
Forget marshmallows with the yams this year. Instead, use them to make the topping for this cheesecake. Because the cheesecake needs to chill overnight, be sure to begin one day ahead.
Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie with Chocolate-Almond Bark and Toffee Sauce
Purchased vanilla ice cream, pumpkin, and four different spices make up the delicious pie filling.
Cranberry-Chocolate Tart
This is a dessert to remember: chocolaty cookie crust, creamy mascarpone filling, and a glistening cranberry topping.
Apple and Quince Crisp with Rum Raisins
If you've never cooked with quince before, here's a great intro. It tastes like a cross between an apple and a pear.
Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Meringue
The secret to the delicious (and easy) meringue? Kraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme. Trust us.
Orange Cheesecake with Candied Kumquats
Kumquats, small, oval citrus fruit with an edible peel, start turning up in markets this month. They're candied here for a gorgeous cheesecake topping.
Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie
Mascarpone lightens up the filling of this classic pumpkin pie.
