These apple desserts are sweet, warm, and full of cozy spice. From pies to crisps, they’re everything you love about the season baked into one bite. Autumn doesn’t get better than this.

Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites

Apple pie bites cut open to show the apple filling inside.
Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These adorable air fryer apple pie bites pack all the comforting flavors of a classic pie into bite-sized form. Flaky biscuit dough wraps around a gooey cinnamon-apple filling for a cozy treat that’s ready in minutes. With just five ingredients, they’re as easy as they are delicious.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites

Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble

A bowl of crumble with oats and pecans with a spoon.
Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This apple cranberry pecan crumble is a cozy fall dessert that balances sweetness with a touch of tart flavor. Juicy apples and cranberries are topped with a crunchy pecan crumble that bakes to golden perfection. It’s warm, comforting, and perfect for serving straight from the oven.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble

Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

A slice of apple cinnamon coffee cake on a plate.
Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This caramel apple upside down cake combines buttery brown sugar, tender apples, and a soft, moist cake for the ultimate comfort dessert. As it bakes, the topping turns into a rich caramel glaze that drips over every slice. Serve it warm with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

Rustic Apple Galette

A slice of apple galette with ice cream on a plate.
Rustic Apple Galette. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This rustic apple galette delivers all the flavor of homemade apple pie without the fuss. The buttery, flaky crust holds tender apple slices seasoned with cinnamon and sugar. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an elegant yet effortless dessert.
Get the Recipe: Rustic Apple Galette

Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Forkfull of Air Fryer Apple Crisp.
Air Fryer Apple Crisp. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy all the cozy, nostalgic flavor of grandma’s apple pie in a fraction of the time. This air fryer apple crisp is golden, sugary, and loaded with tender apples under a perfectly crunchy topping. It’s sweet, simple, and the perfect way to celebrate fall flavors.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Apple Fritter Bread

Three slices of apple fritter bread on a white plate.
Apple Fritter Bread. Photo credit: Bake What You Love.

All the flavors of your favorite apple fritter come together in this soft, glazed loaf. Swirled with cinnamon and studded with juicy apples, it’s as comforting as it is delicious. Enjoy it fresh from the oven for the ultimate fall baking treat.
Get the Recipe: Apple Fritter Bread

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These caramel apple cheesecake brownies are a decadent twist on two classic desserts. Fudgy chocolate brownies are layered with creamy cheesecake and sweet caramel apple filling. Every bite is rich, gooey, and full of irresistible fall flavor.
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

Apple Cinnamon Cake

A slice of moist apple cinnamon cake with chocolate chunks is lifted from a whole cake.
Apple Cinnamon Cake. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

This apple cinnamon cake is moist, fluffy, and filled with cozy fall flavor. Sweet apples and warm spices are topped with a crunchy cinnamon crumble and a light glaze. It’s the perfect combination of comfort and sweetness, ideal for breakfast or dessert.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Cake

Instant Pot Apple Pie Cheesecake

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Instant Pot Apple Pie Cheesecake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Instant Pot apple pie cheesecake brings two beloved desserts together in one luscious creation. The creamy cheesecake base pairs beautifully with a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple topping. It’s rich, decadent, and surprisingly easy to make — a true showstopper for fall gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Apple Pie Cheesecake

Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples

Cinnamon apple slices on a white plate.
Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

These air fryer cinnamon apples are the perfect quick fall treat. They come out warm, tender, and caramelized in minutes — no oven required. Each bite bursts with sweet cinnamon flavor, making them a simple yet satisfying dessert or snack.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples

Nanna’s Apple Cake

An apple cake on a white plate with cinnamon sticks.
Nanna’s Apple Cake. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Nanna’s apple cake is the kind of dessert that tastes like home. Soft, moist, and perfectly spiced, it’s packed with chunks of tender apple in every bite. Enjoy it plain or dusted with powdered sugar for a simple, heartwarming treat.
Get the Recipe: Nanna’s Apple Cake

Air Fryer Baked Apples

Air Fryer Baked Apples cut in half to show filling.
Air Fryer Baked Apples. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These air fryer baked apples are filled with cinnamon, sugar, and raisins, then cooked until caramelized and tender. They taste just like old-fashioned baked apples but are ready in a fraction of the time. Enjoy them warm with a drizzle of honey or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baked Apples

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