Apples: 26+ Recipes From Desserts to Dinners
I love apples! I’m way more of an apple person than pumpkin. Every year, our first fall activity is to go apple picking. That means we get a lot of apples and I end up cooking everything from apple desserts, to applesauce, to dinners featuring apples. Whether you have a lot of apples or you just like cooking with them in the fall, you are in the right place. I have 26+ apple recipes to satisfy both you sweet tooth and your savory soul this fall.
This year, we ended up with so many apples because I was planning our youngest’s Hungry Caterpillar 1st birthday party, featuring apples. Then, we just had so many apples and there was no way I could use them all for the party. I wasn’t going to let them go to waste though, so I just started cooking with them! You will find my own recipes and some from other great bloggers in this ultimate list of recipes featuring apples.
1. BBQ Apple Bacon Pulled Pork
This delicious crock pot BBQ apple bacon pulled pork is great for a crowd but you might not want to share! It makes a huge amount but it is even better as leftovers!
by: Califf Creations
2. Honeycrisp Apple Pie
Apple pie is a classic and a staple during the holidays!
3. Apple Rose Tarts
These beautiful apple tarts are made with puff pastry and are perfect for a party presentation.
by: My Own Meal Plan
4. The Ultimate Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
This is a perfect breakfast for Thanksgiving or anytime during the holiday season.
by: Our Tiny Nest
5. Mini Cheesecake Bites with an Apple Crumble Topping
Sure to impress and a lot easier to make than they look. Perfect for a holiday party.
by: Califf Creations
6. Cinnamon Apple Crisp
Another classic is an apple crisp. This one is freezer friendly so you can prep it ahead of time to save time during the holidays.
by: Aileen Cooks
7. Apple Cider Donuts
I honestly look forward to apple cider donuts all year! Once fall hits, I’m itching for them. Once of my favorite fall treats!
Looking for Gluten-Free Apple Cider Donuts? Check out Strength and Sunshine.
Pin for More Fun with Apples Later!
8. Loaded Apple Nachos
Here’s a different kind of quick snack that is a great way to have a healthy, delicious snack for after school and yet sweet enough for dessert!
9. Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash
This squash stuffed with sausage and apples is great for a sweet and salty meal on a fall day.
by: Love, Tabitha
10. Apple Pie Granola Bars
These healthy granola bars scream fall! They are great for an easy grab-and-go breakfast or a quick snack.
11. Applesauce Pork Loin with Cranberry Apple Stuffing
This deliciously apple recipe is great for fall dinner. The pork loin cooked in apple sauce is so tender and perfect paired with a cranberry apple stuffing.
by: Califf Creations
12. Skillet Gluten Free Apple Crumble
Easily make a delicious gluten free apple crumble in a cast iron skillet.
by: Cradle Kitchen
13. Apple and Feta Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
There is something delicious about pork and apples. It’s the perfect, flavorful combination for a special holiday dinner.
14. Apple Muffins
These were a hit when I made them for my son’s school snack! They are healthy and use apples 3 ways for lots of flavor,
by: Califf Creations
15. Zucchini, Apple and Carrot Muffins
Want to up the nutrition even more by adding veggies? Try these muffins with zucchini and carrot.
by: Love, Tabitha
16. Blueberry Apple Cobbler
This is a simple recipe that is easily adapted to different tastes and flavors.
by: Little Dove Blog
17. Apple Butter
Cooks in the slow cooker and is gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and allergy-free! Perfect for spreading on toast.
18. Apple Pear Baby Led Weaning Breakfast
Have a baby at home? This is a great recipe for baby-led weaning!
by: Califf Creations
19. Cinnamon Apple Pumpkin Cake
Combine two fall favorites in one delicious cake!
20. Two-Ingredient Mini Apple Pies
Try this simple mini pies for a quick and easy dessert.
21. Whole Wheat Apple Almond Cake
This cake is moist and buttery and yet simple to make!
by: Lathi’s Kitchen
22. Apple Sauce
There are a lot of different ways to make applesauce and lots of different ways to flavor it. Here are a few ideas:
Instant Pot Apple Sauce
Want to cook up some apple sauce quickly? Use your Instant Pot!
Here are 3 different recipes you could try. Just click the picture to see the recipe.
by: Aileen Cooks
by: The Picky Eater
by: Clean Eating Gluten Free Foodie
Or Try Some Different Kinds of Apple Sauce
23. Autumn Apple Sauce
I love making Autumn Applesauce in the crock pot that includes eggplant and other fall veggies for extra nutrition. Great for baking!
by: Califf Creations
24. Pear Apple Sauce
by: Little Dove Blog
25. Maple Apple Bacon Tortilla Pizzas
This is quick to put together for a weeknight meal and is a great combination of fall flavors.
26. Keto Apple Pie Bars
You don’t have to miss out on the apple pie flavor if you are on a Keto diet. These mock apple pie bars have you covered.
27. Apple Pie Cookies
This is an easy recipe for soft apple pie cookies. I got this recipe from Donna Audet’s Easy Recipes for Busy Families Facebook group.
by: Donna Audet (find the recipe here)
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