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25 Best Apple Recipes for Fall Baking

BySusan Buonpane

When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to change, fall baking season officially begins. And nothing says falling leaves and autumn more deliciously than the scent of apples bubbling away in the oven. Whether it’s cinnamon-spiced, or brown sugar-glazed, apples are perfect for baked treats that warm both the kitchen and put a smile on your family’s face. Apples are the perfect comfort food and are a tradition of fall baking.

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If you’ve gone apple picking or found yourself with an abundance of fresh apples, these fall baking recipes will help you turn them into something truly special. From old-fashioned favorites to creative new ideas, this collection of my best apple recipes showcases just how versatile and cozy apple desserts can be. With 25 recipes in total, these are the most loved and made over throughout the years.

Why You Will Love These Apple Recipes

These apple recipes are all about cozy fall flavors, simple ingredients, and tried-and-true methods that work every time. Whether you’re baking for your family, a holiday gathering, or just a quiet afternoon treat, each of these desserts is packed with warm spices, fresh apples, and the kind of homemade goodness that never goes out of style.

They’re also super versatile—perfect for whatever apples you’ve brought home from the orchard (or have sitting on your counter). A lot of these recipes can be made ahead or even frozen, which makes them great for busy fall days. Whether you love something crisp and buttery or soft and full of spice, there’s a cozy apple treat here for every kind of baker—no matter your skill level.

Apple Cider Fall Cupcakes

apple cider cupcake on a green table with green sparkles in the background and 2 other cupcakes in the back each with leaf toppers

Inspired by the classic fall favorite, these apple cider donut cupcakes pack all the cozy flavor of orchard-fresh donuts into individual, easy-to-serve treats. Each cupcake is soft, moist, and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, thanks to a generous pour of real apple cider in the batter.

Baked Apple Cider Cake Mix Donuts with Maple Glaze

apple cider baked donuts maple glaze on a white counter.

If you’re craving fall flavors without a lot of effort, these Baked Apple Cider Cake Mix Donuts with Maple Glaze are for you. Made easy with a boxed cake mix and bursting with cinnamon-spiced apple cider, they bake up soft and golden in just minutes. The rich maple glaze on top makes them feel like something from a fancy donut shop—but they’re totally doable at home.

Best Instant Pot Apple Butter (Super Easy)

The best homemade instant pot apple butter on bread and two Ball jars filled with apple butter

This Instant Pot Apple Butter is rich, velvety, and bursting with slow-cooked fall flavor—but the best part is how fast and easy it is! Using the Instant Pot saves hours compared to the stovetop, and the result is a deeply spiced spread perfect for toast, oatmeal, pancakes, or even holiday gifting. You’ll never go back to store-bought.

Dutch Apple Crumble Pie

Dutch apple pie with crumble topping on a counter with leaves and apples.

This Dutch Apple Crumble Pie combines the best of two worlds: a flaky bottom crust like traditional apple pie, and a sweet, buttery crumble topping that adds texture and flavor. Made with fresh apples and a touch of cinnamon, it’s a cozy, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.

Easy Homemade American Apple Pie

baked apple pie on white counter with a black and white towel and 2 apples in the backgroun.

This Easy Homemade American Apple Pie is the kind of classic recipe that never goes out of style. With a flaky, buttery crust and layers of tender apples tossed in cinnamon and sugar, it’s the ultimate fall dessert. Whether it’s your first time making pie from scratch or your fiftieth, this recipe is simple, reliable, and incredibly satisfying.

Easy Bisquick Pancake Recipe: Ultimate Apple Cinnamon

Easy Bisquick Pancake Recipe: Ultimate Apple Cinnamon stack of pancakes on a white plate.

Warm, fluffy, and loaded with fall flavor, this Easy Bisquick Apple Cinnamon Apple Pancake recipe takes your breakfast game to a whole new level. Diced apples and cinnamon are folded right into the batter, making every bite taste like apple pie for breakfast. It’s a quick and delicious way to start a crisp fall morning.

Caramel Apple Slices

Close-up of a caramel apple slice on a stick, coated in chocolate and caramel, then topped with chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips.

These Caramel Apple Slices are a fun and easy twist on the classic fall treat. Sliced apples are dipped in rich chocolate and gooey caramel, then topped with nuts and mini chocolate chips for the perfect bite-sized dessert. Great for parties, snacks, or Halloween trays!

Chewy Apple Cider Cookies

Close-up of golden brown cider cookies with a crackled cinnamon-sugar surface, arranged next to a red apple.

These soft and chewy Cider Cookies are packed with warm fall flavor thanks to apple cider and cinnamon in every bite. Perfectly spiced and rolled in sugar, they’re the ultimate fall cookie for cozy afternoons, lunchbox treats, or holiday cookie trays.

Apple Cider Cheesecake Bars with Caramelized Apples

Apple cider cheesecake bars topped with caramelized apples, served on a scalloped plate with fresh apples, cinnamon sticks, and forks on a rustic green wood table.

We love making apple desserts in the fall when fresh apples are everywhere and the flavors of the season are in full swing. These Apple Cider Cheesecake Bars with Caramelized Apples are bursting with cozy autumn spices and rich apple cider flavor. They’re the perfect make-ahead treat for potlucks, family dinners, or any festive holiday gathering.

Cast Iron Apple Crisp

Golden brown cast iron apple crisp with a buttery oat topping, served in a Staub skillet with a large spoon on the side and a checkered kitchen towel nearby.

This Cast Iron Apple Crisp is everything we love about fall baking—warm, rustic, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apples. Baked in a cast iron skillet, it gets irresistibly crispy around the edges while staying soft and cozy in the middle. Topped with a buttery crumble and just begging for a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this easy apple dessert is a must-make for chilly evenings and weekend gatherings.

Spiced Apple Streusel Coffee Cake with Dulce de Leche

Slice of spiced apple streusel coffee cake drizzled with dulce de leche, served on a plate with a small apple, with the full cake on a stand in the background.

This Spiced Apple Streusel Coffee Cake with Dulce de Leche is a cozy fall showstopper. It starts with a soft, buttery cake that’s perfectly spiced and layered with tart apple slices, then topped with a golden, crumbly streusel that adds just the right amount of crunch. The finishing touch? A decadent drizzle of dulce de leche that melts into every bite. Whether you’re serving it for brunch, dessert, or a holiday gathering, this apple streusel cake is anything but ordinary.

Sheet Pan Caramel Apples Recipe

Sheet pan loaded with sliced green apples drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with various candy toppings including M&Ms, white and dark chocolate chips, toffee bits, and peanut butter chips, surrounded by bowls of toppings on a wooden table.

These Sheet Pan Caramel Apples are a fun and easy twist on the classic fall treat—no sticks, no mess, just pure caramel apple goodness! Sliced apples are neatly arranged on a baking sheet and drizzled with rich caramel sauce, then topped with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, candy pieces, or crushed toffee. It’s a kid-friendly, shareable dessert that delivers all the nostalgic flavor of caramel apples, without the fuss. Perfect for fall parties, Halloween, or a quick easy fall dessert everyone will love.

Easy homemade caramel apples

Nothing brings out those cozy autumn vibes quite like a homemade caramel apple. These easy caramel apples are coated in rich, buttery caramel that’s soft, gooey, and so much better than the waxy, hard versions you find in stores. Customize them with crushed nuts, sprinkles, or a drizzle of chocolate for a fun fall treat that both kids and adults will love. Perfect for Halloween parties, fall festivals, or just a sweet weekend activity at home!

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Stacked caramel apple pie bars with a buttery shortbread crust and caramel drizzle, served on a speckled plate with fresh apples and a jar of caramel in the background.

These Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, buttery, and crisp. With layers of tender cinnamon-spiced apples, a rich shortbread crust, and a generous drizzle of salted caramel, they taste just like classic apple pie—but in easy, handheld form. Despite their impressive flavor and texture, they’re surprisingly simple to make. Whether you’re baking for a fall gathering or just treating yourself, these bars are a cozy, satisfying dessert that always hits the spot.

Apple Cider Coffee Cake Recipe

Close-up of a slice of moist apple cider coffee cake with cinnamon streusel topping, resting on parchment paper with fresh green apples in the background.

This apple cider coffee cake is the ultimate fall treat—moist, tender, and loaded with chunks of fresh apple. Topped with a sweet cinnamon streusel and finished with an apple cider glaze, it’s cozy, comforting, and perfect with a hot cup of coffee.

Apple Cobbler

Warm apple cobbler served in a white scalloped bowl, topped with vanilla ice cream and a cinnamon stick, with chunks of cinnamon-spiced apples and a golden, crisp topping.

This Apple Cobbler is cozy, comforting, and made with fresh apples sautéed in butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, and apple cider. Topped with a golden, sweet, and slightly crisp topping, it’s the kind of fall dessert that tastes just like home. Serve it warm with ice cream for the best apple cobbler experience!

Apple Cranberry Crisp – Weight Watchers Dessert

Baking dish filled with cranberry apple crisp, with two small plates of the dessert topped with vanilla ice cream on a white background, surrounded by fresh cranberries and pinecones.

This Cranberry Apple Crisp takes a classic fall favorite and gives it a festive, tangy twist with the addition of fresh cranberries. It’s a lighter, Weight Watchers-friendly dessert that’s full of juicy fruit, warm spices, and a perfectly sweet, crumbly oat topping. It’s a cozy winter treat that feels indulgent but fits into your healthier holiday menu.

Vegan Caramel Apple Pie

Golden brown vegan caramel apple pie with a lattice crust, served on a marble background next to a bowl of vanilla ice cream and pie-serving utensils.

This Vegan Caramel Apple Pie takes the beloved classic and gives it a decadent, dairy-free twist. With tender apples, a rich caramel filling, and a flaky lattice crust, it’s so flavorful that no one will guess it’s entirely plant-based. It’s the perfect vegan fall dessert for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weekends at home.

Easy Toffee Apple Dip

Creamy toffee apple dip topped with crushed toffee bits, surrounded by sliced red and green apples on a wooden board.

This Toffee Apple Dip is creamy, sweet, and the perfect match for crisp, fresh apple slices. Made with cream cheese, vanilla Greek yogurt, brown sugar, and crunchy toffee bits, it’s a lightened-up version of the classic that still feels totally indulgent. It’s an easy apple snack or party appetizer everyone will love.

Easy Applesauce Spice Cake With Maple Buttercream Frosting

Slice of moist applesauce spice cake topped with maple buttercream frosting on a speckled plate, with a spoonful cut out and cinnamon sticks in the background.

This Applesauce Spice Cake is soft, moist, and full of cozy fall flavor. Lightly sweet with warm spices and topped with a rich maple buttercream frosting, it’s a comforting dessert that’s been a family favorite for years—and is sure to become one of yours too.

Apple Jello Salad

Individual servings of apple jello salad in glass dessert cups, topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and chopped pecans, garnished with cinnamon sticks and surrounded by apples.

This festive Apple Jello Salad is a fun, nostalgic twist on classic fall flavors. Made with tender apples and cranberries simmered in spiced apple cider, then set into a flavorful gelatin base, it’s a unique and delicious addition to any holiday table.

Apple Fritter Bread

Loaf of apple fritter bread drizzled with vanilla glaze on a wooden board, with a green apple and cinnamon sticks in the background.

This Apple Fritter Bread is bursting with chunks of cinnamon-spiced apples and layered with a sweet brown sugar swirl. Finished with a vanilla glaze, it tastes just like your favorite apple fritter in cozy loaf form. Perfect for fall baking, weekend brunch, or gifting!

Easy No bake Apple Cheesecake Parfait

Two glass jars filled with no-bake apple cheesecake parfaits layered with graham cracker crumbs, spiced apple filling, and whipped cheesecake, garnished with apple slices.

This Easy No-Bake Apple Cheesecake Parfait is a deliciously simple way to enjoy all the flavors of apple pie and cheesecake—no oven required! With buttery graham cracker crumbs, warm cinnamon-spiced apples, and creamy cheesecake layers, it’s a perfect make-ahead fall dessert for entertaining or treating yourself.

Make Caramel Apple Pretzel Bark

Close-up of caramel apple pretzel bark with chopped green apples, pretzel pieces, caramel drizzle, and dark chocolate on a black serving board with caramel candies and pretzels nearby.

This Caramel Apple Pretzel Bark is the ultimate sweet-and-salty fall treat! It’s loaded with crunchy pretzels, tart green apples, creamy caramel, and rich chocolate—all layered into an easy-to-make bark that’s perfect for gifting or snacking. A fun twist on caramel apple candy that everyone will love.

Homemade Apple Pecan Butter

Jar of homemade apple pecan butter with a spoon drizzling the thick, creamy spread, surrounded by fresh apples, dried apple slices, and pecans on a white surface.

This creamy Apple Pecan Butter blends roasted pecans with sweet apples and warm spices for a rich, nutty spread that’s perfect for fall. It’s a delicious topping for toast, oatmeal, or apples—and makes a thoughtful homemade gift, too!

Caramel Apple Date Bark

Squares of caramel apple date bark topped with chopped green apples, shredded coconut, cashews, and white drizzle on parchment paper with sliced dates nearby.

This Caramel Apple Date Bark is a naturally sweet, no-bake treat that’s perfect for fall snacking. Made with Medjool dates as the base and topped with apples, coconut, cashews, and a caramel-inspired drizzle, it’s a wholesome twist on your favorite candy bark—packed with flavor, texture, and just the right amount of crunch.

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