Apple Season Has Officially Begun—These 28 Recipes Celebrate It

Apple season has officially begun, and it’s the perfect excuse to make recipes that let this fruit shine. These dishes are great for fall gatherings, easy weeknights, or anytime you want to put a fresh spin on the season’s harvest. From sweet to savory, the recipes here keep things simple without losing that cozy fall feel.

Overhead shot of an apple galette on parchment with fresh apples on the side.

Apple Galette. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Bisquick Apple Cobbler

This cobbler combines tart apples, cinnamon, and a buttery topping for an easy dessert. It’s ready in under an hour, making it a great choice for apple season.
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Apple Puff Pancake

A puff pancake filled with apple slices bakes up light and airy. Sprinkled with powdered sugar, it’s a simple way to enjoy the season’s harvest.
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Cinnamon Apples

Cinnamon-spiced apples cook quickly until tender and full of flavor. They’re great for spooning over desserts or adding to breakfast while apples are in season.
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Apple Galette

A galette with spiced apples and flaky crust makes for a rustic dessert. It’s a simple way to enjoy baking without the work of a full pie.
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Nanna's Apple Cake

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

This vintage-style cake uses plenty of apples in a straightforward recipe. It’s a classic pick that fits perfectly into autumn baking traditions.
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Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble

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

A crumble with apples, cranberries, and pecans brings together favorite fall flavors. It’s a practical dessert that works well for seasonal gatherings.
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Vegan Apple Cookies with Oatmeal

Oatmeal cookies studded with apples and cinnamon are a fresh snack for the season. They’re easy to make and perfect for sharing during fall baking days.
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Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

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

Pancakes filled with spiced apples turn breakfast into something seasonal. They’re quick to prepare and a great way to start a crisp fall morning.
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Apple Cake

A plate of apple pie with a slice taken out of it. — Apple Cake. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

The Russian sharlotka is a simple cake that highlights apples in every slice. Its light texture makes it an easy favorite during fall baking.
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

An apple cake baked in a cast iron skillet, cut into slices. — Apple Cake with Cinnamon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Apple slices baked into this cake create a soft, flavorful dessert. It’s an easy addition to any fall dessert table.
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Apple Butter Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint cookies filled with apple butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar bake up soft and flavorful. They’re fun to make and perfect for fall sharing.
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Apple Fritter Bread

Fresh apples baked into this loaf make it a cozy snack or breakfast treat. It’s an easy recipe that fits right into the rhythm of apple season.
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Cinnamon Apple Yogurt Parfait

A yogurt parfait layered with applesauce and cinnamon apples is refreshing and quick. It’s a light breakfast that highlights seasonal fruit.
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Easy Instant Pot Fireball Apple Shortcakes

Shortcakes with spiced apples and a hint of whiskey come together without baking. They’re a playful treat that works well during fall gatherings.
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Apple Sour Cream Coffee Cake

A soft coffee cake layered with apples is paired with a sweet topping. It goes perfectly with coffee and feels right at home in the season.
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Apple Danish with Crumble Topping

Four squares of pastry with icing on a wooden cutting board. — Apple Danish with Crumble Topping. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

A Danish topped with crumble highlights the flavor of fresh apples. It’s a versatile recipe for either breakfast or dessert during fall.
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Apple Cinnamon Baked Doughnuts

Six apple cinnamon baked doughhnuts on a white plate. — Apple Cinnamon Baked Doughnuts. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Baked doughnuts filled with apple and cinnamon bring classic autumn flavor to the table. They’re a simple way to enjoy seasonal baking at home.
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Butterscotch Apple Crisp

A butterscotch apple crumble in a cast iron skillet on a wooden cutting board. — Butterscotch Apple Crisp. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

This crisp layers tart apples with streusel and a butterscotch drizzle. It’s a dessert that feels especially right on cool fall evenings.
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Air Fryer Apple Crisp

An apple crisp baked quickly in the air fryer brings nostalgic flavor with less effort. It’s a simple choice when you want a pie-like dessert for the season.
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Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

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

Upside-down cake with caramelized apples pairs sticky topping with tender cake. It’s a low-effort dessert that highlights autumn flavors.
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Air Fryer Apple Fritters

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

Apple fritters made in the air fryer turn out with a crisp bite and spiced apple filling. They’re a straightforward way to enjoy fall flavor at home.
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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

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

Brownies swirled with cheesecake and caramel apple flavor are rich and seasonal. They’re a fun way to bring fall flavors into dessert time.
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Mini Caramel Apples

Mini caramel apples are easy to eat and less messy than full-sized ones. They make a fun, practical snack during apple season.
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Apple Cream Scones

A slice of an Apple Scones on a white plate and a cup of tea. — Apple Cream Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Tender scones filled with apple cream are buttery and quick to prepare. They’re great for breakfast or an afternoon snack during fall.
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Air Fryer Baked Apples

Baked apples sweetened with sugar and spice turn out tender and caramelized. This simple recipe turns fresh fruit into a seasonal dessert.
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Apple Ginger Cake

A ginger cake with apples baked inside adds a seasonal touch to classic flavors. It’s an easy choice for both fall and holiday gatherings.
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Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls layered with apples and topped with cream cheese frosting feel extra special in autumn. They’re perfect for weekend baking during the season.
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Caramel Apple Dump Cake

A bowl of cake with ice cream on top. — Caramel Apple Dump Cake. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A dump cake with apples and caramel comes together quickly with pantry ingredients. It’s a no-fuss dessert that works well for fall nights.
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