These apple recipes capture everything you love about fall—crisp air, warm spices, and cozy flavors. From sweet bakes to savory twists, each dish feels like a seasonal hug. It’s autumn in edible form.

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 is a simple yet elegant dessert that’s bursting with fall flavor. Juicy apples are nestled in a flaky, golden crust for a perfectly homey treat. Add a scoop of ice cream on top for the ultimate finishing touch.
Get the Recipe: Rustic Apple Galette

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 air fryer apple pie bites are a quick and easy way to enjoy the flavors of classic apple pie. Each bite features warm cinnamon apples wrapped in a flaky biscuit crust. With just five ingredients, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

A piece of cake on a blue plate with a fork.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These caramel apple cheesecake brownies combine three irresistible desserts in one. Fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, and sweet caramel apples come together for the ultimate fall treat. Easy to make and impossible to resist!
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

Instant Pot Apple Pie Cheesecake

Slice of apple pie cheesecake in front of the Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Apple Pie Cheesecake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Why choose between apple pie and cheesecake when you can have both? This Instant Pot apple pie cheesecake layers creamy cheesecake with spiced apples for a dessert that’s rich, smooth, and full of fall flavor. It’s an instant crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Apple Pie Cheesecake

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 features tender apples baked beneath a rich brown sugar glaze. Once flipped, it reveals a sticky, golden caramel topping that’s irresistible. Every bite captures the cozy taste of fall.
Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

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 warm, sweet, and ready in minutes. Lightly caramelized and full of cozy spice, they taste just like baked apples but cook up faster. Enjoy them as a quick dessert or over oatmeal for a special breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples

Mini Caramel Apples

Mini Caramel Apples on a stick and dipped in sugar.
Mini Caramel Apples. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Mini caramel apples are a fun, bite-sized twist on the classic fair treat. Easier to eat and less messy than full-sized ones, they’re perfect for parties, snacks, or fall get-togethers. Sweet, simple, and endlessly cute!
Get the Recipe: Mini Caramel Apples

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Cinnamon pancakes topped with cooked diced apples.
Apple Cinnamon Pancakes. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Start your morning with fluffy apple cinnamon pancakes filled with juicy fruit and warm spice. They’re comforting, easy to make, and delicious with a drizzle of maple syrup. The perfect fall breakfast for cozy weekends.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Apple mug cake

Apple mug cake in a white ramekin with coconut milk on top and spoon in it and apples and cinnamon around it.
Apple mug cake. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

This apple mug cake is the perfect single-serve dessert made in just two minutes. With real apples, vegan protein powder, and creamy coconut milk, it’s both indulgent and wholesome. Ideal for satisfying a sweet craving without the fuss.
Get the Recipe: Apple mug cake

Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble

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

Celebrate the flavors of fall with this apple cranberry pecan crumble. Tart cranberries, sweet apples, and a buttery pecan topping create the perfect balance of textures and tastes. It’s cozy, festive, and irresistibly delicious.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble

Air Fryer Apple Crisp

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

This air fryer apple crisp delivers all the nostalgia of grandma’s apple pie with half the effort. Sweet, spiced apples are topped with a crunchy, buttery crumble and cooked to perfection. Quick, easy, and full of warm flavor.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Crisp

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 stuffed with sugar, spices, and raisins, then cooked until tender and caramelized. The result is a warm, gooey dessert that feels both wholesome and indulgent. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for extra sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baked Apples

Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Apple cinnamon fritters on a plate with apples.
Air Fryer Apple Fritters. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Light, crisp, and filled with cinnamon-spiced apples, these air fryer apple fritters are a treat you’ll crave all season. They’re golden and fluffy without deep frying, making them a little lighter but just as satisfying. Perfect with coffee or tea.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Single-Serve Apple Pie

Mini apple pie on cutting board.
Single-Serve Apple Pie. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

This single-serve apple pie is the perfect way to enjoy a classic dessert without the leftovers. With a buttery crust and sweet, cinnamon-spiced filling, it’s comfort in every bite. Ideal for cozy nights when you just need a little treat.
Get the Recipe: Single-Serve Apple Pie

Cinnamon Oatmeal Baked Apples

Apple stuffed with oatmeal and topped with whole 30 whipped cream on a white plate with maple syrup on it and more apples in a pan behind them.
Cinnamon Oatmeal Baked Apples. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

These cinnamon oatmeal baked apples are a healthy and heartwarming dessert. Filled with a sweet oatmeal mixture, they’re tender, fragrant, and full of fall flavor. Vegan-friendly and easy to make, they’re perfect for any time of day.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Oatmeal Baked Apples

Apple French Toast Casserole

Piece of French toast casserole on a plate with a dusting of powdered sugar and a pitcher of syrup.
Apple French Toast Casserole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This apple French toast casserole transforms a breakfast favorite into a cozy, make-ahead dish. Loaded with warm apples and cinnamon, it bakes up fluffy and golden. Serve it with maple syrup for a holiday-worthy breakfast everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Apple French Toast Casserole

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