• Advertise
  • Donate
  • Write
  • Intern
  • Events
  • About
  • Contact

The Austinot

Discover Austin Texas! An Austin blog with hundreds of unique articles.

  • Things To Do
    • Things To Do This Weekend
    • Things To Do This Week
    • Things To Do This Weekend With Kids
  • Discoveries
    • Austinot Loves
    • Activities
    • Day Trips
    • Local Business
  • Food & Drink
    • Food
    • Drink
  • Entertainment
    • Events
    • Film
    • Music
    • Nightlife
    • Theatre
  • Culture
    • Arts
    • History
    • Museums
  • Et Cetera
    • Non-Profits
    • Podcast
    • Archives

Move Over, Pumpkin Spice Latte! 6 Local Autumn Treats

September 11, 2014 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Guest article by Mia Moore

Like many others, as soon as the first autumn breeze hits, I go nuts for all things pumpkins spice. But I’ll be the first to admit that pumpkin is not the be-all, end-all of fall flavors. Apple, cinnamon, pecan, salted caramel, chai…there is so much more to choose from than your typical pumpkin spice latte.

This fall, why not challenge yourself to enjoy ALL the flavors of the season? Luckily, with Austin’s focus on keeping it local, many businesses offer seasonal treats for your delight. Here are a few of my personal favorite local Autumn treats.

Kerbey Lane Cafe – Pumpkin-Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Kerbey Lane Cafe Pumpkin Cinnamon Pancakes

Kerbey Lane Cafe pumpkin cinnamon pancakes (Credit: Kerbey Lane on Facebook)

It’s no secret that Kerbey Lane Cafe has a weekly pancake flavor. But once Autumn hits, Kerbey begins serving pumpkin pancakes and sometimes even pumpkin-cinnamon roll pancakes. With a pumpkin flavored base and cinnamon sugar swirl, one taste of these pancakes may inspire a marriage proposal to Kerbey Lane Cafe via Twitter (not that I know from personal experience. Ahem.). At any given time, Kerbey has a rotating vegan, gluten-free, and conventional pancake flavor, so check back each week to see the current flavor appropriate for your diet.

Capital City Bakery – Seasonal Flavors

Capital City Bakery Austin

Capital City Bakery creates many delicious delights (Credit: mollyjade via Flickr CC)

Capital City Bakery offers a rotating menu of flavors. During Autumn, their cupcakes range from salted caramel to cinnamon roll to carrot-pumpkin.

While Capital City Bakery may be known for their magical cupcakes, their cheesecakes and pies are not to be overlooked.

Fall’s flavors include apple spice cheesecake and maple pecan pie. And while their offerings are all vegan, they are popular with vegans and omnivores alike.

 

 

Zhi Tea – Cacao Chai Tea

Organic tea at Zhi Tea in Austin, TX

Many tea flavors to browse at Zhi Tea (Credit: Eric Highland)

Hot tea is a perfect cold weather beverage. Zhi Tea, a local tearoom and tea company, has a huge selection of flavors to choose from. The cacao chai tea blend is one of my personal favorites, perfectly mixing the two flavors into a rich and delightful drink. It is best served with milk. When you visit, take your time and smell all the different offerings in order to find your favorite fall beverage, then purchase some leaves to take home with you and recreate the serenity.

Sweet Ritual – Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Sweet Ritual Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Fall isn’t too late for ice cream from Sweet Ritual (Credit: Sweet Ritual)

Ice cream may not be a traditional fall treat. But here in Texas, Autumn temperatures are still pretty warm. Sweet Ritual’s salted caramel flavor embodies all the cozy flavors of fall in an ice cream cone. If you’re a little more adventurous, try the sweet potato flavor. It’s exactly what you’d expect. Sweet Ritual is all vegan and their gluten-free, soy-free and allergen-free offerings are clearly marked. So if you’re following a special diet, you can still probably find a flavor to enjoy.

Hey Cupcake! – The Pumpkinator

The Pumpkinator Hey Cupcake

The Pumpkinator from Hey Cupcake! (Credit: Hey Cupcake!)

Austin favorite Hey Cupcake! recently announced this seasonal special: a pumpkin spice cupcake with a graham cracker cream cheese top. With six locations all across Austin, it’s easy to get your pumpkin fix no matter where you’re at in the city. For a bonus, ask to get your cupcake injected with whipped cream – yum!

Quack’s 43rd St. Bakery – Chai Latte

Quack's 43rd Street Bakery

Try the amazing chai latte at Quack’s in Hyde Park (Credit: NabeWise via Flickr CC)

While many establishments in Austin can make an amazing chai latte, Quack’s Bakery goes above and beyond. Their chai tea is made in-house, from scratch. Order your chai latte with your choice of milk (skim, 2%, whole, almond or soy) and linger for a while.

Mia Moore is a Digital Media MBA student by day and a geek of all trades by night. She enjoys cosplaying, blogging at xo Mia, and exploring this wacky place called Austin.

 

@xoMiaMoore asks:

What’s your favorite local autumn treat?

Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: kerbey lane cafe, vegan

Best of The Austinot

We always have unique content on The Austinot and we love to give things away. You know, like concert tickets, gift cards, and other cool stuff. We only send out our “Best of the Austinot” newsletter twice a month. It’s where we give you a recap of our best articles and give stuff away. Interested? Subscribe to Best of The Austinot here!

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Connect with Us

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter

Things to do

Austin Christmas Lights 2023

Austin Christmas Lights 2023 – Your Guide to Dazzling Holiday Displays in the City and Beyond!

Hear, hear, the sparkly season is near! From now through the end of the season, festive holiday light trails adorn the Texas Hill Country, and we’ve discovered the best and brightest dazzlers around. Everyone loves the Zilker Park lights, yet if you want to set forth on an illuminated adventure beyond these famous Austin holiday lights, read […]

11 Fun Things to do in Austin this weekend of November 24, 2023 include Peppermint Parkway, Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, and More!

11 Fun Things to do in Austin this weekend of November 24, 2023 include Peppermint Parkway, Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, and More!

There are plenty of fun things to do in Austin this Weekend of November 24 which include the Peppermint Parkway, Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, The Annual Lighting of the Square, Black Friday Sip + Shop, and more! Whether you’re planning a date or having fun with friends, these events and things to do in Austin this weekend may […]

Thanksgiving 2023 Austin Events

Thanksgiving 2023 Austin Events – Enjoy These 10 Things to Do, Activities, & More!

Thanksgiving 2023 is just around the corner, and Austin, Texas, is gearing up for a season brimming with festivities, warmth, and community spirit. As we anticipate the joyous celebrations, let’s embrace the essence of Thanksgiving in Austin – a blend of traditional feasts, holiday cheer, and memorable moments with loved ones. Whether you’re a local […]

Veterans Day Events Austin 2023

Veterans Day Events Austin 2023 – Parades, Concerts, and Other Celebrations Near You!

This Veterans Day, honor the valiant hearts who served in the US Armed Forces with a grand salute! The city is set to showcase a spectacular lineup of Veterans Day events in 2023, making it the centerpiece of the city’s annual celebrations. Whether you’re searching for ‘Veterans Day events near me’ or ‘veteran events near […]

Winter Camp Austin 2023 - Your Guide to Find the Perfect Camps for Your Child This Holiday Season!

Winter Camp Austin 2023 – Find the Perfect Camps for Your Child This Holiday Season!

Editor’s Note: We are getting started with our process of compiling our comprehensive guide on Winter Camps in Austin for 2023! We will be making updates to this article on a regular basis. So please bookmark and check back in!  Winter Camps Austin – Explore, Learn, and Grow! Austin becomes a playground of wonder and […]

Recent Posts

  • Austin Christmas Lights 2023 – Your Guide to Dazzling Holiday Displays in the City and Beyond!
  • Christmas tree lighting Austin 2023 Events & Ceremonies to Watch!
  • Planning Your Black Friday in Austin – When to Shop Where And Maximize Shopping Deals
  • Everything you need for Thanksgiving 2023 in Austin – Things to do, Where to Eat, Where to Shop & more!
  • Best Deals on Thanksgiving Meals in Austin 2023 – Where to Dine & Save This Holiday!

Welcome to The Austinot

We are all about Austin: the vibe, the people and the uniqueness of the city. We love to explore. Get to know us! We’ll respond if you comment. Heck, we’ll probably invite you to come and hang out with us!

Follow along to help support and learn more about local businesses, artists, and events.

-The Austinot Team

Privacy Policy

Trending Posts

  • Austin’s Speakeasy Secrets (Shhh): Floppy Disk Repair Co.
  • The Complete Guide to Austin’s Moonlight Towers
  • Winter Camp Austin 2023 – Find the Perfect Camps for Your Child This Holiday Season!
  • Austin Christmas Lights 2023 – Your Guide to Dazzling Holiday Displays in the City and Beyond!
  • 11 Fun Things to do in Austin this weekend of November 24, 2023 include Peppermint Parkway, Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, and More!

Copyright © 2023 · Log in

x
x