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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Best Fall Apple Recipes

    Published: October 2, 2020 / Updated: October 2, 2020 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Best Fall Apple Recipes

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    Get ready to cook and bake some of the best fall apple recipes! This collection includes sweet and savory apple recipes.

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    Fall brings so many delicious sweet and savory seasonal ingredients to the table. Pumpkin recipes are everywhere (these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are amazing!). Brussels sprouts take center stage. But if I were to choose one fave fall ingredient, it would be apples!

    Apples are absolutely one of my favorite fall ingredients to cook with and to bake with. The possibilities are endless!

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

    Which apples are best for cooking?

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    Gala apples are my family's favorite apples. We almost always have some in our house! These red apples 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?

    Granny Smith green apples baking

    Hands down, my favorite apples to use in most baking recipes 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.

    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 galettes, pies, tarts, crisps, and more.

    Fall Apple Recipes

    Apple Breakfast Recipes

    Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

    Fall weekends call for these Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Pancakes.

    Healthy 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!

    Apple Fritter Recipe with Spiced Caramel Apple Dipping Sauce (Dairy Free)

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

    Apple Cinnamon Donuts

    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

    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.

    Apple Cider Pork Chops

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

    Apple Side Dishes

    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 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!

    Apple Pie Bars

    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!

    Boozy Apple Pie Shots

    Apple pie with booze, in shot form? Yes, please! This adult dessert is a fun, creative after-dinner or party dessert.

    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!

    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.

    Adorable Mini Apple Pies

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

    What are your favorite apples to cook and bake with?

    Which of these fall apple recipes do you want to make first?

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    Best Fall Apple Recipes

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

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      1. Jennifer Allen says

        October 02, 2020 at 1:44 pm

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

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      2. Christian Guzman says

        October 02, 2020 at 1:32 pm

        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

        October 02, 2020 at 12:22 pm

        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

        October 02, 2020 at 11:39 am

        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

        October 02, 2020 at 11:31 am

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

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      6. Marylou Ivy says

        October 23, 2016 at 3:41 pm

        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

        October 31, 2015 at 2:44 pm

        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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