Autumn Food Trends Coming This Season
A new fall season means cozy new trends, but we’re not just talking about fashion or decor. Autumn food trends are just as popular, and staying up to date with the latest trending fall foods will help you have a festive and delicious season.
We want to share the new autumn food trends coming this season, along with some recipe inspiration that will ensure you enjoy every bite!
Trending Fall Foods
Pulling out your favorite warm, fall recipes is one of the best things about the colorful season. While you likely already have a few traditional favorites, it’s always good to add to your cookbook, and why not do so with the autumn food trends coming this fall. Stay up to date in the kitchen this season by discovering the trending fall foods that are becoming more popular as the days get colder.
Comfort Foods
When it gets cold outside, it’s important to stay warm indoors. And what better way to stay warm than filling your stomach with all your favorite comfort foods. It’s no surprise that comfort foods are some of the most popular autumn and winter food trends. From homemade pasta and pizza to steaming soups and casserole dishes, don’t hold back on cozy meals for your menu.
The more time we spend inside, the more time we have to experiment with traditional recipes that smell and taste like home. Check out some of the recipes below to start cooking some of our favorite comfort foods.
- Curried Corn and Pepper Chowder
- Golden Chicken Casserole
- Artichoke Focaccia Pizza with Wisconsin Parmesan Cheese
Pumpkin Paradise
What is fall without pumpkins? When talking about top trends in food and beverage during the fall, you must mention pumpkins. This autumn, pumpkins are just as popular as before, and now you can discover more ways to incorporate them into your menu.
The festive taste of pumpkins makes the fall season feel complete. It doesn’t have to just be pumpkin pie either! There are countless ways to include pumpkin into your menu. Whether it’s dinner or dessert, you won’t regret taking advantage of some of these delicious pumpkin recipes.
Anything Apple
The harvest season is here which means apples are in their prime. While they’re a traditional autumn food trend, there are always new and exciting recipes to choose from. You can have even more fun with your apple dishes this year by going to pick your own!
It’s always a good idea to pay attention to the produce in-season, which makes apples the perfect addition to your fall menu. Check out the most common types of apples and discover the best ways to cook them:
Boards Of All Kinds
This year, boards are back as one of our favorite fall food trends. There’s no need to fret over finding the perfect appetizers or finger foods anymore. Charcuterie boards are here to stay, and we aren’t mad about it.
Making the perfect cheese board is fairly simple and leaves everyone feeling satisfied. There’s room for flexibility when making charcuterie boards, so don’t be afraid to experiment with your favorite cheeses, meats, breads, fruits, and more!
Trending Fall Drinks
Autumn food trends are great to get you in the kitchen cooking up something great to eat, but what if you want something to drink with your meal? Just like trending fall foods, there are several trending fall drinks making a statement this coming season.
Discover what your go-to beverage will be this fall by seeing what’s going to be trending. You can stay up to date on the latest recipes while also enjoying a drink that will make the autumn season feel complete.
Tea
It’s tea time this fall and we can’t wait to cozy up with our favorite tea and enjoy the fall feeling. There are countless tea varieties to choose from, and each has its own benefits! Tea is a healthy and delicious way to stay warm this autumn.
Try some new tea types and find which one you love! You can enjoy your tea by adding cream, sugar, honey, or leaving it as is. If you need some inspiration, check out some of these tea recipes!
Mocktails
Mocktails are a fun and festive way to enjoy the fall season, and everyone can join in with these drinks. Mocktails have a broad variety of flavors, from cold and refreshing to warm and cozy.
Whether it’s a party or you’re simply enjoying the autumn evening, a delicious mocktail is a perfect addition to add some flavor to your fall season. If you need some inspiration, check out these popular fall mocktails to get your creative juices flowing!
- Non-Alcoholic Cranberry Sangria
- Non-Alcoholic Spicy Citrus Refresher
- Non-Alcoholic Autumn Harvest Punch
Espresso
We can’t express how popular espresso is going to be this fall. If you’re a coffee-lover, this coming season is for you. People are getting more and more creative with their espresso drink recipes, and they just keep getting better.
Dress up your average cup of coffee by adding some espresso, and maybe some other additions as well! If you aren’t familiar with these drinks, there are countless espresso drink guides you can explore! To get you started, check out the most popular fall espresso drink recipes:
Fermented Drinks
Something’s brewing this fall, and it’s Kombucha! The fermented tea has taken a steady lead as one of the most popular drinks coming this season. People love the taste, health benefits, and of course the fact that you can make it yourself!
Fermented drinks are a great choice for a refreshing and healthy drink. Kombucha can come in almost any flavor you want, so have fun picking out your favorite taste. If you want to learn how to make Kombucha at home look at these delicious recipes to get you started:
Fall Contemporary Cooking Trends
Discovering new autumn food trends is great, but learning different ways to make them your own can be even better. This fall, follow the contemporary cooking trends that are becoming more popular in the kitchen.
It’s always fun to experiment with new recipes, and getting creative with how you cook them can make the experience more enjoyable, so don’t shy away from trying something different! Check out some of these contemporary cooking trends for inspiration on how to get started.
Alternative Ingredients
Contemporary cooking trends are all about the next best thing. This fall people are embracing alternative ingredients in their recipes, whether it be for dietary restrictions, health benefits, or simply something different, alternative ingredients are said to be popular this fall. There are countless ways to substitute ingredients, but some of the most common alternative ingredients people choose are:
- Meat Alternatives
- Dairy Alternatives
- Gluten Alternatives
- Nut Alternatives
You can discover a variety of alternatives for all of the above, and more making it easy for you to find which ones work best for you and your recipe with our common baking & common ingredient substitutions guides.
Slow Cooker & Pressure Cooker Recipes
If you’re looking for contemporary cooking trends that are easy and less time-consuming, you should consider slow cooker and pressure cooker recipes. People love these because you can simply throw everything in a pot and wait while the dish makes itself!
You can cozy up to these comfort meals this fall by checking out some easy slow cooker recipes. Easy, and delicious, it’s hard to say no to adding these to your meal plans.
DIY Pickling
One of the new contemporary cooking trends is learning how to pickle different vegetables at home. It can be a fun activity that will give you delicious results. You can pickle a variety of vegetables, some of the most common are:
- Cucumbers
- Beets
- Peppers
- Cauliflower
- Green Beans
- Onions
No matter which vegetable you choose, pickling is a different way to enjoy your favorite fall produce. DIY pickling is becoming more popular, especially during the cooler months, so don’t miss out on a fun and simple way to add a new taste to your plate.
Get started on making your favorite fall recipes today! Stop by Stauffers of Kissel Hill’s fresh foods department to get all the ingredients you need. For more cooking information and recipe inspiration, check out our fresh foods blog!