One must-do that makes our fall weekend list year after year: Going apple picking. But we alway bring home more (way more) than we need. Thus, this list: several dozen of our favorite apple recipes, from sweet to savory, that help us get through our haul no matter how big it is. Apple desserts are great of course, but we’ve found plenty of ways to use them, from sweeting an appetizer, to roasting alongside sausage and onions, to lightly grilled, wrapped in prosciutto, and turned into a decadent hors d’oeuvre.
Enjoy!
Hector M. Sanchez
1
Honey-Apple Baked Brie with Fried Sage
This elegant apple appetizer is a sure-fire way to treat your holiday guests. There’s nothing like a warm, gooey baked brie and crackers for making guests feel special—and no one needs to know just how easy it is to throw together.
Get the recipe for Honey-Apple Baked Brie with Fried Sage.
Becky Lugart-Stayner
2
Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake
Like a giant cider donut, this sweet cake is dangerously delicious. There’s nothing like a fresh apple cider donut dipped into a hot cup of coffee, usually bought right after apple-picking, while paying for your newfound haul. We took all those flavors and turned them into the ultimate sideboard treat.
Get the recipe for Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake.
Hector M. Sanchez
3
Brown Butter Apple Pie
Brown butter pairs with a mix of baking apples in this double-crust dish to evoke a nostalgic, caramel apple-like flavor.
Get the recipe for Brown Butter Apple Pie.
Charles Schiller
4
Honey-Roasted Applesauce
This apple sauce recipe is simple, but offers two smart ways to add flavor. Honey helps both to sweeten the applesauce, but also draws out the natural sugars and flavors in the apples as they cook. And browned butter gives the applesauce a deep, caramel richness that can’t be beat.
Get the recipe for Honey-Roasted Applesauce.
Becky Luigart-Stayner
5
Caramel Apple Turnovers
These apple turnovers make a great dessert—or a decadent day-starter. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra sweet treat!
Get the recipe for Caramel Apple Turnovers.
Erin Kunkel
6
Crispy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Citrus-Maple Vinaigrette
This healthy apple and Brussels sprouts salad is packed with delicious and good-for-you ingredients! It’s topped with a sweet and citrusy dressing for extra flavor.
Get the recipe for Crispy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Citrus-Maple Vinaigrette.
Dana Gallagher
7
Nancy Fuller’s Double-Crust Apple-Cheddar Pie
If you haven’t had tried putting extra sharp Cheddar into your apple pie before, then you may want to get on this ASAP. It’ll change your ideas on what apple pie can be.
Get the recipe for Double-Crust Apple-Cheddar Pie.
Brian Woodcock
8
Cranberry-Apple Hand Pies
This fruity apple and cranberry dessert is the easiest pie you can make this holiday season.
Get the recipe for Cranberry-Apple Hand Pies.
Becky Luigart-Stayner
9
Woodchuck Warmer Apple Cider Cocktail
This hot apple cocktail gets its name from an old nickname for Vermonters—where they really take their apples seriously.
Get the recipe for Woodchuck Warmer Apple Cider Cocktail.
Brian Woodcock
10
Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples
This quick and easy sausage dinner gets its flavor from fresh Pink Lady apples and a big splash of apple cider.
Get the recipe for Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples.
Brian Woodcock
11
Pie-Spiced Apple Fritters
Use your trusty Dutch oven to fry these fritters. Think of these fritters as an easier—and maybe even sweeter—version of apple pie.
Get the recipe for Pie-Spiced Apple Fritters.
Hector M. Sanchez
12
Grilled Apples with Prosciutto and Honey
We’ve got the perfect apple appetizer for your fall dinner parties and holiday gatherings! This easy snack makes the most of fresh fall flavors.
Get the recipe for Grilled Apples with Prosciutto and Honey.
Brian Woodcock
13
Cast Iron Apple Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip
Use Golden Delicious or Gala apples in this delightfully fresh and fruity dessert.
Get the recipe for Cast Iron Apple Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip.
Dana Gallagher
14
Composed Waldorf Salad
Here we’ve compose this fall salad with organized sections to keep purple grapes, romaine hearts, apples, celery, and walnuts in their own corners. It’s a dream for any picky eaters who happen to be joining you for Thanksgiving dinner, and it’s just downright delicious. Win-win!
Get the recipe for Composed Waldorf Salad.
Brian Woodcock
15
Apple-Cinnamon Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Frosting
Let this apple-cinnamon cake take center stage the next time you have guests over for dinner. The candied pecans on top add a nice, sweet crunch.
Get the recipe for Apple-Cinnamon Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Frosting.
Brian Woodcock
16
Skillet Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples
Brown sugar and roasted apples bring sweetness to this savory chicken skillet dish.
Get the recipe for Skillet Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples.
Becky Luigart-Stayner
17
Maple-Apple Tarte Tatin
This sweet dessert is a stunning step up from your standard apple pie. Make Sunday suppers and fall dinner parties better with this caramelized apple treat!
Get the recipe for Maple-Apple Tarte Tatin.
Hector M. Sanchez
18
Sausage and Apple Pies
This savory dinner dish is as easy as, well, pie! Filled with apples, sausage, and a combination of herbs, these autumn pot pies are sure to hit the spot!
Comments are closed