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    34 Unique Apple Desserts You Can Make This Fall

    Published: Sep 21, 2018 · Modified: Apr 3, 2023 by sandi · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    Table of Contents

    • Unique Apple Desserts
    • Tools for making apple desserts
    • Apple Pies & Tarts
    • Apple Cakes
    • Caramel Apple Desserts
    • Healthy Apple Desserts
    • Other Delicious Apple Desserts
    • Delicious Apple Desserts That You'll Love

    Unique Apple Desserts

    Whether you're tailgating or warming up by a fire pit, fall is a great time to get together with friends. And after a yummy fall meal, there's nothing better than an apple dessert. There's something about the smell of apples cooking that makes everything feel warm and cozy.

    Today I'm sharing with you 34 delicious apple desserts you can make this fall -- for a dinner party, a get-together, or just a family meal.

    This post may contain affiliate links which means that if you make a purchase through one of these links, I may earn a small commission -- at no extra cost to you. See my Privacy Policy for more information.

    Tools for making apple desserts

    When it comes to cooking and baking with apples, you're going to be doing a LOT of peeling, coring, and slicing. Here are a few tools I recommend for making it easier:

    • Johnny Apple Peeler -- this cast iron contraption will peel or core & slice your apples OR do all three at the same time. It's a serious time-saver if you're dealing with apples in large quantities.
    • Calphalon Easy Grip Apple Corer Slicer -- if you don't mind peeling, this apple corer slicer is a great smaller alternative to the Johnny Apple Peeler.
    • Spring Chef Vegetable Peeler -- a great basic peeler that's super affordable

    Allrecipes has an excellent article about which varieties of apples work best in which types of dishes. Are you ready to get started? Let's get to the recipes!

    Apple Pies & Tarts

    You can't go wrong with a piece of classic apple pie and a scoop of ice cream. But here are 8 variations you can make when you want an impressive dessert.

    collage of 8 apple pies
    1. Homemade Apple Pie from The Anthony Kitchen
    2. Apple Whiskey Hand Pies from Urban Bliss Life
    3. Apple Crumb Pie from Joy Food Sunshine
    4. Poached Apple Tart from Savoring the Good
    5. Apple Plum Galette from Little Sunny Kitchen
    6. Apple Frangipane Tart from Garlic and Zest
    7. Luxury Airfryer Mini Apple Pies from Recipe This
    8. Apple Raspberry Pie from Life Made Sweeter

    Apple Cakes

    Apple cakes remind me of the summers I've spent in Europe. Take a trip around the world with these delicious cakes.

    collage of apple cakes

    9. Almond Cardamom Apple Cake from Recipes From a Pantry
    10. German Riesling Apple Cake from Foodal
    11. Apple Cider Cake with Salted Caramel Drizzle from Veggie Desserts
    12.  Italian Apple Cake from The Baking Fairy
    13. Applesauce Cake from An Italian in My Kitchen

    Caramel Apple Desserts

    Are there any two ingredients that go together better than caramel and apples? I don't think so. You can try 7 combinations of those flavors with these caramel apple desserts.

    14. Maple Caramel Apple Cheesecake from An Italian in My Kitchen
    15. Caramel Apple Pie from Taste and See
    16. Caramel Apple Baked Donuts from Saving Dollars and Sense
    17. Caramel Apple Betty Dessert Shooters from Food Meanderings
    18. Chocolate-Covered Apple Cider Caramels from Living Sweet Moments
    19. Caramel Apple Cookies from The Monday Box
    20. Caramel Apple Fritters with Dipping Sauce from Urban Bliss Life

    Healthy Apple Desserts

    If you're looking for a little something sweet after dinner but don't want to indulge in a regular apple dessert, try one of these healthy ones.

    21. Gluten-Free Apple Cake from My Gluten-Free Kitchen
    22. Gluten-free Apple Pie Shortbread Bars from Zesty Olive
    23. Vegan Skillet Caramel Apple Crisp from Pink Fortitude
    24. Paleo Apple Pie Bars from Jay's Baking Me Crazy
    25. Gluten-free Crustless Apple Pie from Strength and Sunshine
    26. No-Bake Apple Pie Cookie Bites from My Wife Can Cook
    27. Ambrosia Apple Dessert Nachos  from Dinner Mom
    28. Gluten-free Apple Pear Tart from My Gluten-Free Kitchen

    Other Delicious Apple Desserts

    This last set of apple desserts proves that there lots of unique ways to prepare apples besides just pie.

    29. Apple Rose Puffed Pastries from To Simply Inspire
    30. Apple Funnel Cake with Caramel from Kelly Stilwell
    31. Apple Pie Fries from Cincy Shopper
    32. Cinnamon Dessert Nachos with Salted Caramel Dip from The Flavor Bender
    33. Mini Apple Cheesecakes from Mommy Musings
    34. Apple Cider Cinnamon Buns from Savory Simple

    Whether you're looking for quick and easy apple dessert recipes or something a little more complex, you have to try one of these delicious apple desserts that you'll love!

    Which of these recipes are you most excited to try? Tell me in the comments!

    And while you're here, follow me on Pinterest by clicking the board in the sidebar (or at the end of this post if you're on mobile)!

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    1. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      September 22, 2018 at 12:11 pm

      I love apple desserts, especially in the Fall! Thanks ever so much for including my cake!

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      • sandi

        September 24, 2018 at 9:42 am

        Me, too, Bintu! You're welcome -- it's such a lovely cake.

        Reply
    2. Holly

      September 23, 2018 at 6:44 am

      Hi Sandi - What a great roundup of delicious apple desserts! Thank you for including my healthy apple crisp. Pinned! Happy Fall! Hugs, Holly

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      • sandi

        September 24, 2018 at 9:41 am

        You're welcome, Holly!

        Reply
    3. Kelly Anthony

      September 24, 2018 at 9:25 am

      All of these apple recipes look divine! I can't to conquer my new fall baking lineup! YUM!

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      • sandi

        September 24, 2018 at 9:40 am

        Me, too, Kelly!

        Reply
    4. Michelle Palin

      September 26, 2018 at 9:38 pm

      All of these look so good! Thanks for including some of my favorite gluten-free apple desserts. I'll be checking out these other ones!!

      Reply
      • sandi

        September 28, 2018 at 11:36 am

        You're welcome, Michelle! Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply

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