29 Best Fall Apple Recipes You Need to Try This Season

Fall is my favorite time of year, and one of the main reasons is the abundance of fresh apples. Whether I'm picking them myself at the local orchard, grabbing a bushel from the farmer's market, or even just stocking up at the grocery store, I always end up with more than enough apples to go around.

That’s why I’ve compiled this list of the 29 Best Fall Apple Recipes You Need to Try This Season. Trust me, these recipes will make your fall both tasty and memorable. From sweet treats to savory dishes, there’s something here for everyone. So grab your favorite apples and let's get cooking!

1. Classic Apple Pie

Apple pie is a quintessential fall dessert, sure to evoke warm memories.

Ingredients

• 6 cups sliced and peeled apples
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 double pie crust

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
2. Mix apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour.
3. Place apple mixture in the pie crust, cover with the second crust.
4. Seal edges and cut slits on top crust for ventilation.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.

2. Apple Crisp

A simpler alternative to apple pie with a deliciously crunchy topping.

Ingredients

• 6 cups peeled and sliced apples
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3/4 cup rolled oats
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Layer apples in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with lemon juice.
3. Mix remaining ingredients until crumbly, then sprinkle over apples.
4. Bake for 40-45 minutes until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.

3. Caramel Apple Dip

A perfect appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Beat cream cheese, brown sugar, caramel sauce, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Serve with sliced apples for dipping.

4. Apple Cider

A warm, spiced drink that's perfect for chilly fall evenings.

Ingredients

• 10 apples, quartered
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves

Instructions

1. Place apples in a large pot and add water to cover.
2. Stir in sugar and spices.
3. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 2 hours.
4. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing solids to extract liquid.
5. Serve warm.

5. Apple Pancakes

Start your fall mornings right with these fluffy pancakes.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 eggs
• 1 apple, grated

Instructions

1. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
2. Whisk wet ingredients together, then add to dry ingredients.
3. Fold in grated apple.
4. Cook pancakes on a hot griddle until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.

6. Apple Sauce

Homemade apple sauce is far superior to store-bought.

Ingredients

• 5 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot.
2. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes.
3. Mash with a fork or potato masher for a chunkier consistency, or blend for smooth sauce.

7. Apple Butter

A delicious spread for toast or biscuits.

Ingredients

• 6 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker.
2. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth.

8. Apple Cake

A moist, spicy cake that’s full of apple flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup oil
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3 cups chopped apples

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, beat oil, sugar, and eggs together.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
5. Fold in chopped apples.
6. Pour batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 45-50 minutes.

9. Apple Muffins

Perfect for breakfast on the go.

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup oil
• 1 apple, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in chopped apple.
4. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and bake for 15-20 minutes.

10. Apple Dumplings

These are a comforting dessert that’s easier to make than they look.

Ingredients

• 2 apples, peeled and cored
• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup apple cider

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut pie crust into 6 squares.
3. Place an apple in the center of each square and fill with sugar and cinnamon mixture.
4. Wrap the crust around the apples, sealing at the top.
5. Place dumplings in a baking dish and pour apple cider over them.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes.

11. Apple Fritters

Crispy, sweet bites that are irresistible when freshly made.

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 apple, chopped

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
2. In another bowl, whisk milk and egg.
3. Add wet mixture to dry mixture, fold in chopped apple.
4. Fry spoonfuls of batter in hot oil until golden brown.

12. Baked Apples

A healthy dessert that tastes indulgent.

Ingredients

• 4 apples, cored
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place apples in a baking dish.
3. Mix sugar, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins, then stuff into apples.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tender.

13. Apple Chips

A perfect, crispy snack.

Ingredients

• 2 apples, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°F.
2. Arrange apple slices on a baking sheet.
3. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
4. Bake for 1.5-2 hours until crisp.

14. Apple Coleslaw

A fresh and crispy side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 apple, julienned
• 1/4 cup mayo
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. Mix cabbage and apple in a bowl.
2. Combine mayo, vinegar, and sugar, then toss with cabbage mixture.
3. Chill before serving.

15. Apple Quesadilla

A sweet twist on a savory favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 tortilla
• 1/2 apple, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Place tortilla in skillet, add apple slices and cheese, fold in half.
3. Cook until cheese is melted and tortilla is golden brown.

16. Apple Salad

A light, refreshing dish that's perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

• 1 apple, chopped
• 2 cups mixed greens
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta
• 2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing

Instructions

1. Toss chopped apple and mixed greens in a bowl.
2. Top with walnuts, feta, and drizzle with dressing.

17. Apple Grilled Cheese

A cozy, comforting sandwich.

Ingredients

• 2 slices bread
• 1/2 apple, thinly sliced
• 2 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Butter one side of each bread slice.
2. Place one slice, butter-side down, on a skillet, add cheese and apple slices, top with second slice, butter-side up.
3. Cook until bread is golden and cheese is melted.

18. Pork Chops with Apple

A sweet and savory dinner option.

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops
• 2 apples, sliced
• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook pork chops until browned and cooked through.
3. Add apple slices and apple cider, simmer until apples are tender.

19. Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

A warm breakfast to start your day right.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups water or milk
• 1 apple, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

1. Bring water or milk to a boil, add oats, reduce heat.
2. Stir in chopped apple and cinnamon, cook until oats are tender.
3. Drizzle with honey before serving.

20. Apple Pork Roast

An impressive main dish for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 pork roast
• 2 apples, quartered
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1/2 cup apple cider
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Season pork roast with salt and pepper.
3. Place pork, apples, and onion in a roasting pan, pour apple cider over.
4. Roast for 1.5-2 hours, until pork is cooked through.

21. Apple Waffles

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside.

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 apple, shredded

Instructions

1. Preheat waffle iron.
2. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in shredded apple.
4. Pour batter onto waffle iron, cook until golden brown.

22. Apple Cider Glazed Chicken

An easy and flavorful weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until browned and cooked through.
3. Mix apple cider, honey, and Dijon, pour over chicken, simmer until sauce thickens.

23. Apple Pecan Salad

A crunchy, sweet, and savory salad.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed greens
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup pecans
• 1/4 cup blue cheese
• 2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing

Instructions

1. Toss mixed greens and apple slices in a bowl.
2. Top with pecans and blue cheese, drizzle with dressing.

24. Apple and Sausage Stuffing

A seasonal twist on a classic side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf bread, cubed
• 2 sausages, removed from casings
• 1 apple, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon sage
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Brown sausage in a skillet, add apple and onion, cook until tender.
3. Toss bread cubes with sausage mixture, chicken broth, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer to a baking dish, bake for 25-30 minutes.

25. Apple Cider Donuts

A fall favorite that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
4. Roll out dough, cut out donut shapes.
5. Bake on a greased sheet for 10-12 minutes.

26. Apple Bread

A moist, delicious bread that’s great for breakfast or snacking.

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 apples, peeled and grated

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar, add eggs.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, fold in grated apples.
5. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan, bake for 55-60 minutes.

27. Apple Salsa

A fresh and tangy topping for tacos or a dip for chips.

Ingredients

• 2 apples, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Chill before serving.

28. Apple and Arugula Salad

A sophisticated and simple salad.

Ingredients

• 2 cups arugula
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

1. Toss arugula and apple slices in a bowl.
2. Top with Parmesan and drizzle with vinaigrette.

29. Apple Pork Burgers

A juicy and flavorful twist on classic burgers.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 apple, grated
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon sage
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
3. Form into patties, grill until cooked through.
4. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion

As the leaves start to change and the air grows crisper, there's no better time to embrace the warmth and comfort of homemade apple dishes. These 29 Best Fall Apple Recipes You Need to Try This Season are more than just meals; they are a celebration of the season's bounty and an invitation to gather with loved ones around the table.

From the sweet allure of apple pie to the savory delight of pork chops with apple, these recipes offer a taste of autumn in every bite. Don't let this season pass by without trying a few, or all, of these delicious creations. Happy cooking and even happier eating!