40 Fall Apple Recipes (Desserts, Sauces, Breakfast)

Discover 40 delicious fall apple recipes perfect for cozy days—from pies and crisps to savory dishes and seasonal drinks. The best apple recipes for autumn!

Fresh apples are a starting point in so many desserts and incredible fall recipes! I have dozens on my website, and here I’ve gathered my favorite sweets, kitchen staples, homemade apple cider, and holiday recipes that use fresh apples or homemade apple pie filling.

Lots of warm spices, berries, and buttery frostings that pair well with crisp, juicy apples in every recipe you’ll find in this roundup.

Caramel Apple Pie Filling

Must-have in every kitchen during the fall holiday season. And it is super easy to make in under 30 minutes in a pot! Sliced apples cook down with brown sugar, cinnamon, and thick caramel sauce for a rich, gooey filling that’s freezer-friendly. Perfect for pies, desserts, and even on top of pancakes.

Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Pie Filling

Caramel Apple Cake

This moist sheet cake is loaded with fresh, crisp apples and drizzled in rich caramel glaze for a sweet, buttery finish. It is made completely from scratch and bakes in about an hour. Great for cozy fall weekends or Thanksgiving.

Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Cake

Apple Cobbler Cake

Part cobbler, part coffee cake, this recipe layers spiced apples under a soft, buttery cake top that’s sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. It comes together with pantry staples and a boxed cake mix and bakes in about 40 minutes. A go-to for brunch or dessert to share with family.

Get the recipe: Apple Cobbler Cake

Apple and Blueberry Crumble

Juicy apples and tart blueberries bake under a buttery oat topping in this easy one-pan dessert. It takes about 10 minutes to prep and 35 to bake—no mixer needed. Perfect for a lean, fruity and rustic dessert, especially when topped with vanilla ice cream.

Get the recipe: Apple and Blueberry Crumble

Apple Butter Cruffins (4 Ingredients)

These bakery-style flaky cruffins start with crescent dough spread with apple butter, then rolled, sliced, and baked in a muffin pan. They’re golden on the outside, soft inside, and done in about 30 minutes. One of those fall apple recipes that feels fancy but uses shortcuts and zero stress.

Get the recipe: Apple Butter Cruffins

Apple Pie Cookies

These adorable mini cookies are technically mini pies – they have a flaky crust, spiced apple filling, and a drizzle of cinnamon icing. They use refrigerated pie dough and come together in under an hour. Great for lunchbox treats or holiday desserts.

Get the recipe: Apple Pie Cookies

Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites

This 5-ingredient snack stacks pretzels, chewy caramel, apple slices, and a chocolate drizzle for a salty-sweet bite-sized treat. Assembly takes minimal effort, to be honest. Ideal as party snacks or kid-friendly after-school bites.

Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites

Gluten-Free Applesauce Cake

Made with applesauce, cinnamon, and brown sugar, this super-moist gluten-free sheet cake bakes up in under 40 minutes and gets topped with lush buttercream frosting. A classic pick for easy fall apple recipes that feel homemade and nostalgic.

Get the recipe: Applesauce Cake

Apple Blackberry Crumble

Tart apples and juicy blackberries bubble under a crisp oat topping in this cozy, spiced baked dessert. It’s quick to prep and bakes in about 35 minutes—just right for fall evenings.It is warm and rustic and tastes even better when served with ice cream or whipped cream.

Get the recipe: Apple Blackberry Crumble

Apple Cinnamon Muffins

These soft muffins are filled with grated apple and warm spices. Made from scratch, they bake up in just over 20 minutes and use simple pantry staples. Perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or fall snacks that work all week long.

Get the recipe: Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Apple Cider Donut Cake

This bundt cake tastes like your favorite fall donut, with apple cider, cinnamon, and a sparkly sugar icing. It turns out incredibly moist and pretty (thanks to the bundt pan!). It will be a great weekend treat or potluck recipe.

Get the recipe: Apple Cider Donut Cake

Instant Pot Apple Cider

This homemade cider blends apples, cranberries, cinnamon, and cloves into a warm, spiced drink that’s ready in under an hour thanks to the Instant Pot. You just mash and strain after cooking—no fancy tools needed. A cozy favorite perfect for sipping during chilly evenings or holiday gatherings.

Get the recipe: Instant Pot Apple Cider

Apple Butter Bread

Moist and full of spice, this quick bread uses apple butter for flavor and texture, and comes out of the oven perfect every time I make it. It bakes in about an hour and slices beautifully for breakfast or snacking. Great homemade recipe with minimal effort.

Get the recipe: Apple Butter Bread

Instant Pot Apple Butter

Made with fresh apples, brown sugar, and warming spices, this thick apple butter cooks down fast in the Instant Pot. Just blend after cooking for a silky finish—no peeling required. A must-have for fall baking, it is also perfect for spreading on toast or swirling into oatmeal.

Get the recipe: Instant Pot Apple Butter

Caramel Apple Cupcakes

These cupcakes are made from scratch with applesauce and caramel, and topped with creamy caramel frosting and a drizzle. They bake in under 25 minutes and are incredibly pretty! A fun fall apple recipe that’s party-ready and kid-approved.

Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Apple Cider Donut Holes

Soft and cakey with cinnamon sugar coating, these donut holes are baked—not fried—and flavored with apple cider, vanilla, and spices. You can mix the batter by hand and have it ready in under 20 minutes. A quick and cozy fall snack that goes great with coffee or cocoa.

Get the recipe: Apple Cider Donut Holes

Mini Apple Pies

Made in muffin tins, these cute tiny pies have a buttery crust and cinnamon apple filling, and are topped with a mini lattice. They bake up golden in about 25 minutes and are great for portion control at parties and family gatherings duringthe holiday season.

Get the recipe: Mini Apple Pies

Apple Stuffing

An apple twist on a Thanksgiving staple. This savory stuffing combines diced apples, sausage, cornbread, and celery for a sweet-and-savory holiday side. A great modern recipe for young families!

Get the recipe: Apple Stuffing

Instant Pot Applesauce

Just two ingredients: fresh apples and apple juice cook down quickly in the Instant Pot to make this smooth homemade applesauce. No peeling needed and it’s ready in under 30 minutes. You will never go back to store-bought applesauce afer making this! One of the easiest fall apple recipes for snack time, meal prep, or school lunches.

Get the recipe: Instant Pot Applesauce

Caramel Apple Cheesecake

This rich cheesecake has a graham cracker crust, creamy filling, spiced apple topping, and a thick caramel drizzle to finish. A holiday centrepiece and a show-stopping dessert that you can make ahead.

Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Apple and Cinnamon Cake

This simple cake is packed with apple and cinnamon flavors, then dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish. It bakes in about 35 minutes and uses everyday ingredients. It is a quick, simple, and beginner-friendly recipe. May not look like much but it tastes amazing!

Get the recipe: Apple and Cinnamon Cake

Air Fryer Apple Hand Pies

If you have an air fryer and 20 minutes, you can make these golden hand pies that are filled with apple pie filling and air-fried to crispy perfection. They use pre-made dough and come together fast with minimal cleanup. Perfect snack for kids and better than any fast food apple hand pies!

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Apple Hand Pies

Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies

Soft, chewy, and lightly spiced, these no-chill cookies are made with applesauce, oats, raisins, and nuts. A wholesome and healthy cookie option for fall that doubles as a lunchbox treat or after-school snack.

Get the recipe: Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies

Applesauce Muffin Recipe

These tender muffins are made with applesauce, spices, and raisins. A go-to for quick, sweet breakfast that kids will absolutely love! Plus, they are great for meal prep, as you can freeze them for months.

Get the recipe: Applesauce Muffin

Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

Tart apples bake under a golden oat topping with cinnamon, cake mix, brown sugar, and butter in this classic crisp. One of the best fall apple recipes when you want that warm, bubbly dessert without the pie crust.

Get the recipe: Apple Crisp

Cinnamon Candy Apples

Effortless fall classic! Bright red and shiny, these candy apples have a hard cinnamon shell that cracks when you bite in—just like the classic fair treat. They’re surprisingly easy to make with a candy thermometer and a quick-dip method.

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Candy Apples

Apple Pie Mug Cake

This single-serve dessert is just for you! It layers spiced apple pie filling and fluffy vanilla cinnamon cake in a mug, ready in just 2 minutes in the microwave. It uses pantry staples and zero prep dishes. Perfect for quick-fix fall apple recipes when you want something warm and cozy like…right now.

Get the recipe: Apple Pie Mug Cake

Mini French Apple Pies

These bite-sized pies feature a buttery old-fashioned crust made with shortening filled with cinnamon apples and topped with a brown sugar crumble. Absolutely irresistible, they bake quickly, too. A great fall apple recipe that is easy to share.

Get the recipe: Mini French Apple Pies

Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

If you’re like me, you love cinnamon rolls! This is my holiday take on the classic. Refrigerated dough gets filled with apple pie filling, rolled, baked, and topped with a vanilla glaze. No yeast or rising time means they’re ready in about 30 minutes. One of those fall apple recipes that makes breakfast feel like dessert.

Get the recipe: Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

French Apple Pie

This deep-dish pie features a spiced apple filling made with fresh apples and a thick brown sugar crumble topping instead of a top crust. It’s baked until golden and bubbly for that classic fall aroma. A go-to fall apple recipe when you want something a little more decadent than traditional pie.

Get the recipe: French Apple Pie

Apple Pie Pockets

These flaky treats use just 4 ingredients (refrigerated pie dough and apple pie filling), then bake in under 20 minutes for a quick hand-held snack. One of the easiest fall apple recipes that’s big on flavor, low on effort.

Get the recipe: Apple Pie Pockets

Apple Butter Pancakes

Soft, fluffy pancakes get a fall twist with apple butter and warm spices right in the batter. They cook up in minutes and taste like autumn on a plate. Great for weekend breakfasts or if you need a recipe that isn’t a dessert.

Get the recipe: Apple Butter Pancakes

Caramel Apples Recipe

My fav childhood recipe in the fall! Crisp apples get dunked in homemade caramel made from scratch with sugar, butter, and cream—no store-bought wraps here. The caramel sets firm but chewy, and I dip them again in chocolate and roll in peanuts! A fantastic recipe for fall holidays.

Get the recipe: Caramel Apples Recipe

Apple Pie Bars

These bars have a homemade buttery crust, spiced apple filling, and a sweet vanilla glaze—like pie, but easier to slice and serve. The filling is so rich, but the crust is not too thick yet firm enough to deliver different textures and more space for all the juices to get soaked in. A solid pick for fall apple recipes that travel well or feed a crowd.

Get the recipe: Apple Pie Bars

Homemade Apple Fritters Recipe

Chopped apples are folded into a simple batter made with yeast, fried until golden, and glazed for that sweet, bakery-style finish. They are warm, chewy, sweet, and tart at the same time – super satisfying and small enough so you can enjoy a few of these 😉

Get the recipe: Homemade Apple Fritters

Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cookies

These low-sugar soft drop cookies combine applesauce, cinnamon, and dark chocolate chips for a chewy, not-too-sweet treat. They mix up in one bowl with no chilling needed. A fun cookie recipe for lunchboxes or snacking.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cookies

Apple Tart Using Puff Pastry

If you want something light and fruity, this easy tart layers sliced apples over store-bought puff pastry and bakes up golden with crisp, buttery edges. A brush of apricot jam gives it that bakery-style sheen. Great for a last-minute fall dessert to impress your guests!

Get the recipe: Apple Tart Using Puff Pastry

Apple Pear Sauce

This stovetop sauce blends apples and pears with cinnamon for a sweet, smooth side or snack that’s ready in under an hour. No peeling needed and just a quick mash at the end. A cozy addition to fall apple recipes, especially for pairing with pork or spooning over oatmeal.

Get the recipe: Apple Pear Sauce

Apple Crumb Cakes

One of my oldest favorite recipes! These individual cakes have soft apple centers, cinnamon crumble topping, and a light sweet glaze to finish. They bake in muffin tins and take just about 30 minutes total. Great fall breakfast, dessert, or a bake sale favorite.

Get the recipe: Apple Crumb Cakes

Crock Pot Baked Apples

Whole apples stuffed with brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon, then slow-cooked until tender and caramel-y – a perfect treat for a chilly afternoon. Just toss everything in the slow cooker and let it go. And the aromas in the house! So good!

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Baked Apples

This collection of 40 fall apple recipes has everything from pies and crisps to breakfasts, savory dishes, and cozy drinks—perfect for celebrating apple season.