Best Fall Apple Recipes (2024)

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Get ready to cook and bake some of the most delicious autumn apple recipes! This collection includes our favorite apple recipes. From delicious apple recipes for dinner to apple dessert recipes, we've got the sweet and savory dishes to celebrate fall's favorite fruit!

This post was originally published on October 28, 2013. It has been updated with new photos, text, and newer recipes on September 28, 2023.

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Fall brings so many delicious sweet and savory seasonal ingredients to the table.

Pumpkin recipes are everywhere. Try our Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, Pumpkin Roll Cakes with Cream Cheese Filling, or Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Gingersnap Crust.

It's also time for Brussels sprouts to take center stage.

But more than any other delicious fall ingredient, I would say that autumn is most definitely apple season, above all else.

Some of my favorite fall recipes include fresh apples. From tart apples to sweet apples, there are so many delicious recipes using juicy apples.

I mean who can resist warm apple pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, fresh apple cider donuts, or a tasty apple crisp?

But before we get in the kitchen and start making these fall apple recipes, let's first look at the best apples for cooking and the best apples for baking.

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  • 🍎 Which types of apples are best for cooking?
  • 🍏 Which apples are best for baking?
  • 👩🏻‍🍳 More apple cooking and baking FAQs
  • Best autumn apple recipes
  • Autumn Apple Recipes
  • More fall recipes

🍎 Which types of apples are best for cooking?

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Gala apples are my family's favorite apples. We almost always have some of these juicy apples in our house.

These red apples have great flavor and don't brown as quickly as some other apples do (I'm looking at you, Braeburn apples!). That means they're great for using in fresh salads or in cooked dishes like Pork Tenderloin with Apples, Cider, and Sage.

🍏 Which apples are best for baking?

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Hands down, the best apples to use in most apple desserts are Granny Smith green apples.

Granny Smith apples have a delicious tart flavor that adds a nice balance to the sweetness of fall baking. And more importantly, these green apples tend to hold their shape during baking. They are less likely to turn to mush under the heat.

Another great green apple is Golden Delicious.

Honeycrisp apples also tend to retain their structure during baking. These apples are were developed by the University of Minnesota in the 1960s, making them a relative newcomer to the apple world. They have a balanced honey sweet and tart flavor and are nice and crisp. Perfect for baking in pies, especially!

Fuji apples are some of the sweetest apples you'll find on the market. This makes them a delicious candidate for baking in a traditional apple pie. They are also great in galettes tarts, crisps, and more.

👩🏻‍🍳 More apple cooking and baking FAQs

Is it better to peel apples before baking?

This is a personal preference, and you can bake apple desserts with or without the peels. The peels do add some texture to the baked goods, but unpeeled apples tend to bake up nice and smooth, giving desserts a more pleasant texture that people are used to. It's up to you, but I prefer to peel apples before baking with them.

Can I cut apples ahead of time?

Yes! We have an apple tree that is prolific in fruiting, and we end up peeling, coring, and slicing apples then putting them in freezer bags to use throughout the fall and winter. You can also make Freezer Apple Pie Filling that you can use for Air Fryer Apple Hand Pies, Mini Apple Pies, and Apple Whiskey Hand Pies.

Best autumn apple recipes

This collection of the best apple recipes contains apple breakfast, apple side dishes, and sweet dessert recipes.

Autumn Apple Recipes

Apple breakfast recipes

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Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Fall weekends call for a big stack of these Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes. With a cinnamon sugar coating that adds a sweet crunch to each pancake, these are decadent, indulgent pancakes perfect for cozy fall mornings.

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Apple Fritter Donut

Crunchy, buttery apple fritters with caramel apple dipping sauce are a decadent weekend breakfast or brunch!

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Apple Cinnamon Muffins (with carrots and zucchini!)

These apple cinnamon muffins with shredded carrots and zucchini are a healthier, super tasty fall breakfast or brunch! A great way to sneak some veggies into your day - and your kids won't even notice the veggies!

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Apple Cinnamon Donuts

Baked apple cinnamon donuts are the ultimate fall treat! Dunk them in your morning coffee or enjoy them after a day at the pumpkin patch.

Apple dinner recipes

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Hard Cider, Apples and Sage

Pork tenderloin grilled with apples and hard cider, along with rich herbs, is a satisfying fall dinner recipe.

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Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe

Diced green apples lend a tart, delicious crunch to classic chicken salad sandwiches!

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Apple Cider Pork Chops

Pork Chops with an Apple Cider Glaze make a satisfying, delicious dinner!

Apple side dishes

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apples

This Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Pomegranate dish is a bright, healthy vegan side dish that balances fall's best comfort food. This is a great healthy Thanksgiving side dish, too!

Apple dessert recipes

Apple slices are perfect for so many different fall desserts. You're sure to find your next favorite dessert in this collection!

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Air Fryer Apple Hand Pies

Made with puff pastry, a classic apple pie filling, and drizzled with sweet caramel sauce, these air fryer apple hand pies are the ultimate handheld fall dessert! Great for any fall gathering like Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or Halloween, it's also a yummy apple dessert for cozy movie nights in and easy weekend baking.

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Apple Pie Bars

If you With a buttery shortbread crust and a crunchy sugary topping, these Apple Pie Bars are a fun and delicious way to enjoy the cinnamon apple flavors of fall's classic dessert!

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Skillet Apple Cranberry Crisp

One-skillet Apple Cranberry Crisp is a sweet, crunchy fall dessert. A great dessert to serve a crowd, or at the campfire.

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Chewy Apple Granola Bars

Looking for a healthy after-school snack? These Chewy Apple Granola Bars are a delicious and nutritious fall treat you and your kids will love!

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Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

Apple Whiskey Hand Pies are easy to make, and the apple whiskey with crispy pastry will warm you right up on a chilly fall day!

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Adorable Mini Apple Pies

What's better than apple pie? MINI Apple Pies! More crust to filling ratio means more yumminess all around.

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Freezer Apple Pie Filling

This is a great fall recipe for when you have an abundance of apples and want to prep ahead for apple pies. This recipe makes enough for two batches of apple pie filling that you can freeze for months, then take out and make apple pies, apple hand pies, apple crisps, and more.

More fall recipes

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  • Filipino Beef Giniling recipe
  • Arugula and Pear Salad
  • Shrimp and Corn Bisque

Did you try and love any of these recipes? Please consider leaving a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating and a review in the comments. Thanks!

This post was originally published on October 28, 2013. It has been updated with new photos, text, and newer recipes on October 2, 2020 and then again on September 10, 2022.

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  1. Jennifer Allen says

    OMGEE! I have to try all of these recipes! What a great collection!

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  2. Christian Guzman says

    What a great post! And, it's so timely. We just received two bushels of apples from market. I will have a tough time choosing between these incredible looking recipes.

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  3. Jess says

    Fall time is my favorite because of all the apple recipes. There are so many good ones to choose from here. I think the Apple Fritter may be my favorite!

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  4. Beth says

    I agree. Apples are my favorite fall ingredient. I love the sound of the brussels sprouts and that boozy dessert is a must try! Thanks for this collection of delicious recipes!

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  5. Shanna says

    These all looks so good. The hard is going to be which one to choose first.

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  6. Marylou Ivy says

    Sounds easy and yummy! Question..should I blind bake my crust for my pie or can I add the Apple pie filling and bake until crust is done??

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  7. Renee says

    I forgot to mix the cornstarch with the sugar and spices before adding it to the water, so I had to run it through the blender before adding the apples! hahaha, turned out fine, though : )

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Best Fall Apple Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What are the best fall apples? ›

Fall Apples (good storage apples) —
  • Gala. In season: mid-August to late October. ...
  • Honeycrisp. In season: mid-August to late September. ...
  • Empire. In season: late August to mid-October. ...
  • Jonathan. In season: early September to mid-November. ...
  • Cortland. In season: early September to mid-November. ...
  • Red Delicious. ...
  • Jonagold:

Is apple crisp the same as apple crumble? ›

Apple Crumble is synonymous with Apple Crisp in the U.K. and Australia, but in Canada and the U.S., it is a slightly different dish. Like an apple crisp, an apple crumble is a baked fruit dessert with a layer of topping. But unlike the crisp, the crumble topping rarely includes oats or nuts.

What are the best apples for apple crisp? ›

When it comes to finding the best apple for your crisp, go with a crisp, tart variety that stands up well to baking, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Or, go for it – try mixing the two together if you've got both on hand. Golden Delicious is another great choice for crisp hausarbeit schreiben lassen kosten.

What apples fall apart when cooked? ›

Red Delicious, McIntosh, and Golden Delicious apples tend to break down faster when they bake, making them perfect for your alternative treats.

What is the sweetest fall apple? ›

Apple Sweetness Chart
Types of ApplesSweetest LevelPeak‑of‑season
Fujithe sweetest apple varietymid- to late October
Galahighly sweetlate July to early September
Golden Delicioussweet, rich and mild in flavormid- to late September
Red Delicioussweet-tart mix but very mild in flavormid- to late September
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What apples are best in September? ›

Gala, Macoun and McIntosh ones are ready to go in September, so start stocking up now. Gala apples are sweet with a reddish-orange and yellow-striped skin. Deep red and golden Macoun apples have a sweeter, tarter flavor; because they're very juicy, they're great for applesauce.

What is the secret to good crumble? ›

❓FAQ
  • Use cold butter. This will help to create a crumbly texture that will not stick together when baking.
  • Use a mix of flour and oats. The oats will add a bit of crunch and texture to the topping.
  • Don't overmix the ingredients. The crumble topping should be made with a "coarse" crumb.
Jun 5, 2023

Why is it called Brown Betty? ›

This has led some historians to believe that Betty was the name of the cook and creator of the recipe and that brown was in reference to her skin color.

Should you refrigerate apple crisp? ›

Apple Crisp is very much like apple pie in that it doesn't NEED to be refrigerated, but the shelf life will be extended if you do store it in the refrigerator. I recommend storing it on the countertop for up to two days, or up to four days in the refrigerator.

What is the crispiest apple to eat? ›

What Are The Crunchiest Apples?
  • Crisp Apples Ranked: Crunchiest to Least Crunchy.
  • SweeTango. ...
  • Honeycrisp. ...
  • Cosmic Crisp® ...
  • Pink Lady® ...
  • Rave® ...
  • Pinata® ...
  • Granny Smith.

What are the top 5 apples for baking? ›

The best apples for apple pie that are widely available include Braeburn, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples. Others to look for at your local market that will be excellent in apple pie are Cortland, Crispin, Ida Reds, Jonagold, McIntosh, Northern Spy, Pink Lady, Rome and Winesap.

What is the best apple for pies? ›

The best apples for making apple pie
  • Braeburn. This apple is a descendant of Granny Smith, but slightly sweeter. ...
  • Cortland. ...
  • Crispin (Mutsu). ...
  • Golden Delicious. ...
  • Granny Smith. ...
  • Honeycrisp. ...
  • Jonagold or Jonathan. ...
  • Northern Spy.
Oct 8, 2021

What apples not to use for apple pie? ›

Red Delicious and Gala are two apples that won't withstand cooking temperatures and should not be used for apple pie. Many new apple varieties, including Honeycrisp, have a flesh that fractures when you bite it. This is so appealing for snacking on an apple, but not the best feature for a good apple pie apple.

What is the best tasting apple? ›

Honeycrisp: You might be able to tell by its name, but Honeycrisp apples are where it's at when it comes to loads of juiciness and honey-like sweetness! One unique feature of this sweet apple is its cells fracture perfectly when you take a bite out of it, resulting in the perfect crunch.

What apples get mushy when baked? ›

You'll want to avoid soft, mealy, or creamy-flesh apples like Red Delicious, Gala, and McIntosh. They will soften up too quickly in the baking process, and therefore do not provide ideal texture.

What apple is in season for fall? ›

Which Apples are Harvested in the Fall?
Apple VarietyColorFlavor
Granny SmithBright greenTart and tangy
Red DeliciousBright redSlightly bitter skin with mildly sweet flesh
McIntoshBright red with spots of bright greenSweet-tart
Cripps Pink (Pink Lady)Red with blush pink spotsSweet-tart
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What are the fall harvest apples? ›

These include Gala, Elstar, Braeburn, Fuji, Jonathan, Pink Lady, Red Delicious, McIntosh, Winesap, Golden Delicious, Empire, Ellison's Orange, Empress, and Egremont Russet.

What are the best apples in season right now? ›

APPLE CHART
VarietyTasteHarvest
Golden DeliciousSweet and mellow. Crisp and juicy.Early October
Honey CrispVery sweet, crisp and juicy. Tastes like apple cider!Mid September
Ida RedSlightly tart and juicy.Early October
Jersey MacTartEarly August
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