“A 2014 study found a direct link between the region of the brain responsible for taste memory and the area responsible for encoding the time and place we experienced the taste. Additionally, that taste is associated with memories of being in a location where something positive or negative happened.”

“Our forebears would boldly eat a mysterious plant, become ill, and then forever remember to avoid that plant in the future. That conditioning passed down from generation to generation as humankind learned what foods to avoid in order to survive.” Read the full article

Southern Living

Whether you’re a sweet fanatic or a “savory person” like my husband, I think we can all agree that one of the most charming aspects of the changes in season, is the foods that we get to enjoy with each. In the South, the fall is also hunting season, the spring is for harvesting crawfish and serving king cake, while summer brings watermelon and fresh crabs. Our activities, our entertainment, it all revolves around food! It’s just how we live, so naturally I had to write a post about the tastes of fall. In this post I’m sharing my favorite fall sweet foods. You can read about our favorite fall savory recipes and our favorite fall drinks too!

Sweet Fall Treats

Sweets are my favorite to make and take anywhere! My first mention is of my beloved Halloween Hangover cookies. Obviously, these are made after Halloween, but it’s definitely a recipe you’ll want to hang on to until then. They’re the perfect way to use up the 3 truckloads of chocolate candy you’re already dreading, plus the dough is totally freezable and literally lasts us through Christmas! If you’re looking for other Halloween snack ideas, check out these too!

When it comes to “fall flavored” cookies, my friend Bre’s recipe is the best! It’s the simplest, most delicious cookie I’ve ever had! Seriously, three ingredients… One box of Spice Cake Mix, one can of pumpkin, one bag of dark chocolate chips! Check out her Instagram reel here for the details!

This Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip by Midwest Nice Blog is one of those things you can literally whip up last minute. It always comes out great and you can dip any and everything in it. Some of our favorites are apples, celery, vanilla wafers, and cinnamon graham crackers.

This fall I’m adding this little bowl of heaven right here to my fridge! This Whipped Pumpkin Spice Butter by Tidy Mom couldn’t possibly disappoint. I recently learned to make bread in the bread maker (hello easy!), so I’m going to add a little cinnamon next time and serve alongside this deliciousness! I can’t wait to try it!

Read about our Favorite Fall Drinks.

Read about our Savory Fall Favorites.

I hope you loved reading through these simple recipes and maybe even got an idea or two for new desserts to add to your family fall traditions. Let me know in the comments if you try any of them and how you like them! Thanks for stopping by, Jamie xo