Are you looking for a sweet and delicious way to enjoy the Fall season? Or any season! Look no further than apples! This versatile fruit is not only a perfect snack, but it can also be used in a variety of recipes to create tasty treats that will satisfy your sweet tooth – or savory tooth, for that matter.
From apple pies to apple sauce, there are countless apple recipes to choose from, and we’ve rounded up over 29 of them from the top food bloggers on the Internet!
Whether you prefer a classic apple pie, a new twist on a sweet treat, or you want to try one of the savory apple recipes here, we think you’ll like what you find.
One of the best things about apples is how easy they are to work with. Apples come in a variety of flavors and textures, making them a perfect ingredient for any recipe. They can be sliced, diced, or pureed to create a variety of different dishes.
Of course, no discussion of apple recipes would be complete without mentioning apple cider. This classic beverage is a must-have for anyone looking to get into the Fall spirit. Whether you prefer hot or cold cider, there are countless recipes to choose from.
Whether you’ve just picked your own apples at a local SoCal farm or bought them at the store, we hope you like these recipes!
The Best Apple Recipes Your Family Will Love
Savory Tart with Apples, Cheddar, and Onion
From Couple in the Kitchen
If you want to serve an apple dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious, this recipe is a winner! The cheese makes a wonderful compliment to the apples, and we think your family members will agree.
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Sourdough Apple Butter Muffins
From Sourdough Brandon
Apples for breakfast anyone? Yes, please! These muffins look absolutely scrumptious. Plus, the recipe is easy, although it takes several ingredients, including a sourdough starter.
Apple Sponge Cake
From Sava’s Kitchen
Using only a few basic ingredients you can whip up this apple sponge cake in no time. It’s perfect for dessert on a busy weeknight, or anytime you have a craving for it.
Easy Candy Caramel Apple Dip
From Two Kids and a Coupon
Are you having a barbeque, party, or other get-together in the near future? This caramel apple dip would make the perfect appetizer along with some cut-up apples, graham crackers, and other fruits.
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Deep Fried Apples Recipe
From Two Kids and a Coupon
Have you ever heard of deep-fried apples? If you’ve been searching for a recipe you can make that’s a little different, this one might just fit the bill. Sprinkle them with some powdered sugar and enjoy — or serve them à la mode with vanilla bean ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Spiced Apple Pie Cookies
From Sloane’s Table
Wow your family, friends, and visitors with these pretty apple pie cookies. Not only are they adorable, they look like they’ll practically melt in your mouth.
Copycat Honey Baked Ham Baked Cinnamon Apples
From Food Hussy
Sometimes you want a snack that’s not fussy and these baked apples fit that description perfectly. This recipe only takes four apples and a few other ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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Apple Pandowdy
From The Toasty Kitchen
If you like puff pastry you’ll probably like this simple apple recipe! There’s a good chance you have most of what you’ll need already on hand in your fridge or pantry because the ingredients are pretty common. But the taste isn’t common — we think you and your family will love it!
Slow Cooker Apple Cider
From This Wife Cooks
What could be better than a mug of good old apple cider on a cool fall day? And this easy homemade version is a great way to use up extra apples. Plus, it will make your house smell amazing!
Easy Spicy Cucumber Salad
From Cooking with Lei
Apples are good for you and they work well in lots of different dishes, including this spicy cucumber salad. Give it a try for your next meal!
Chicken Apple Sausage Skillet
From The Oregon Dietitian
This dish proves you can even add apples to a main course. We think it looks delish! As a bonus, you can make it in one pan and have fewer dishes to wash after your meal.
The Very Best Devilled Sausages
From The Cinnamon Jar
While you may not have heard of deviled sausages, they look like they would make a great addition to whatever you’re having for breakfast — or any other meal for that matter. And the sweet apples contrast nicely with the spiciness of the sausage.
Stovetop Applesauce
From This Wife Cooks
What list of apple recipes would be complete without a recipe for applesauce? With these instructions you’ll be able to make this yummy side dish in no time flat. You may even give up store-bought applesauce altogether.
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Apple Dutch Baby
From Chisel & Fork
Imagine finishing a meal with this apple dutch baby for dessert, drizzled with caramel sauce or topped with fresh whipped cream. Yum!
Apple Turnover Recipe (with Puff Pastry)
From Christina’s Cucina
These apple turnovers look positively heavenly, so naturally, we had to add them to our group of top apple recipes. You’ll find the ingredient list is short and the skills it takes to make these lovely pastrys are nominal.
Best Apple Pie Recipe (My Favorite British Apple Pie)
From Christina’s Cucina
You can’t make a post that’s all about apples without an apple pie recipe. And this one is, as the title suggests, British rather than being a traditional American apple pie. But if you decide to make it, we think you may like it just as much.
Easy Bisquick Apple Cobbler in Dutch Oven
From Joy to the Food
If you’re in a hurry, but want to make a great, traditional apple dessert for your next party or potluck, check out this apple cobbler. You can throw it together in very little time and impress everyone at your table.
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Easy Apple Strudel (Apfelstrudel)
From The Good Hearted Woman
A plate of flakey, yummy apple strudel is just the right thing to serve in the fall, but you can dish it up any time of the year and you won’t go wrong!
Irish Apple Pie Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Award Winner!)
From The Good Hearted Woman
If you haven’t had a grilled cheese sandwich with apples in it you are missing out! Try this mouth-watering combo for your next lunch instead of the same old, same old meals you usually serve.
Apple Crumble Cupcakes
From Anna Banana
There’s nothing boring about these tempting apple cupcakes. They take a little time to make, but we think your efforts will be well worth it!
Gluten Free Apple Cake
From Lane & Grey Fare
Who says a gluten-free dessert can’t taste as good as it looks? This cake looks almost like heaven on a cake stand.
Coleslaw with Apples and Nuts
From Sour and Sweets
This salad is loaded with crunchy veggies plus apples and nuts for a medley of flavors that come together in a tangy, cool salad. It’s a perfect side for hot days when you don’t want to use the oven.
Apple Pie Bars
From This Silly Girl’s Kitchen
If you need an easy apple recipe that you can make in a jiffy, look no further. This one uses pretty basic ingredients and as a bonus, it freezes well.
Smoked Apples
From A Grill for All Seasons
Have you ever eaten apples filled with nuts and berries? These smoked apples would be perfect with a scoup of vanilla ice cream and we think they’ll make your family beg for more.
Healthy Apple Pie Oats Smoothie
From Make Healthy Recipes
Do you love a good smoothie? This one is chock-full of apples, oats, and other good-for-you ingredients. Drink one for breakfast on the go or anytime you want a gluten-free, low-carb snack.
Instant Pot Caramel Apple Cheesecake
From Cheesecake It Is
If you love cheesecake, this recipe will hit the spot! It’s sweet and easy to make in your Instant Pot or pressure cooker.
Healthy Caramel Apple Oatmeal Recipe
From Reuse Grow Enjoy
Another great breakfast option you can make that includes apples is this caramel apple oatmeal. And you can adjust this recipe to suite any dietary challenges you may have.
Simple Apple Cider Scones (with a secret ingredient!)
From Milk Glass Home
You may just fall in love with these yummy apple scones once you taste them. The’re filled with apples, fall spices, and drizzled with a sweet gooey icing that will make them practically melt in your mouth with each bite.
Crockpot Pork Chops, Apples & Onions
From Black People’s Recipes
The apples in this pork chop recipe make a wonderful compliment to the pork chops, onions, and other seasonings. And of course, when you make them in a crock pot you can virtually put everything in, set it, and forget it for a while.
Slow Cooker Apple Butter (No Peeling Required!)
From Strength & Sunshine
Whenever you can make a recipe that uses apples but doesn’t require you to peel them, it’s a time-saver and a win! Additionally, this recipe is Vegan, paleo, and gluten-free.
Jeanne Sloan is a farm wife, mother of two, and grandmother of two who was born in Las Vegas, Nevada but was transformed into a country girl at the age of eight when her parents moved the family to Kansas. You can read more from Jeanne Sloan at mid-lifemusings.com where she writes about whatever strikes her fancy, including advice, recipes, and more.
Acknowledgment: This round-up of recipes and photos from other bloggers was made with their full and express permission to share. We’re grateful to them for sharing their creativity and talent and we encourage you to visit each of their websites for many more recipes like these.
