Pumpkin Spice Is Coming… But These 18 Apple Desserts Get There First

Fall always sneaks up fast, and pumpkin spice is coming but these apple desserts get there first with plenty of flavor to hold their own. Apples make great desserts that feel easy to pull together and perfect for sharing. They’re the kind of bakes that remind you why the season starts here.

An apple cake baked in a cast iron skillet, cut into slices.

Apple Cake with Cinnamon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bisquick Apple Cobbler

This cobbler comes together in under an hour with tart apples and a simple Bisquick base. It shows how apple desserts can hold the spotlight before pumpkin spice takes over.
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Apple Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

A graham cracker crust makes this pie easy to pull together and simple to slice. It’s proof that apple desserts make great everyday treats before the next flavor of fall arrives.
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Mini Apple Pies

Mini pies bake fast and are ready to share without the wait of a full pie. They highlight how apple desserts keep things easy before pumpkin spice season starts.
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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.

This Russian-style apple cake bakes up light and airy with a soft crumb. It’s a reminder that apple desserts bring something fresh before pumpkin spice becomes the focus.
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Single-Serve Apple Pie

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

These single-serve pies cut out the work of making a full pie but still deliver the same flavor. They’re a smart way to enjoy apple desserts while pumpkin spice is still on deck.
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Apple Ginger Cake

An apple ginger cake layers fruit over a spiced base that feels right for the season. It shows how apple desserts can stand out at any fall table before pumpkin spice arrives.
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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.

The caramel topping on this upside-down cake makes it simple but eye-catching. It proves apple desserts can be the star of fall gatherings before pumpkin spice takes over.
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Apple Pie Cupcakes

These cupcakes combine cake with a spiced apple filling for an easy grab-and-go treat. They highlight how apple desserts can be fun and practical before pumpkin spice shows up.
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

Baked in a skillet, this apple cinnamon cake is quick to make and simple to serve. It’s one more way apple desserts take center stage before pumpkin spice season begins.
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Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie

Overhead view of apple pie with apples. — Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

A lattice crust gives this classic pie a polished look while keeping the filling simple. It’s proof that apple desserts have timeless appeal before pumpkin spice rolls in.
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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.

Cranberries and pecans mix into this crumble for a seasonal spin that’s easy to bake. It shows how apple desserts keep fall flavors moving before pumpkin spice arrives.
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Apple Pie Stuffed Cheesecake

Cheesecake layered with spiced apples makes this one stand out without extra effort. It’s proof that apple desserts can be big and bold before pumpkin spice season begins.
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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.

Packed with fruit and baked in a simple pan, this cake leans into a vintage style. It keeps apple desserts at the front of the season before pumpkin spice takes over.
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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.

This dump cake uses caramel and apples for a dessert that practically makes itself. It’s a quick way to keep apple desserts on the table while pumpkin spice waits its turn.
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Apple Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Apples and sour cream make this coffee cake tender with just the right sweetness. It shows how apple desserts pair easily with everyday moments before pumpkin spice takes hold.
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Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

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

These pancakes fold in apples and spice for a simple breakfast that feels seasonal. They’re proof that apple desserts can show up in the morning before pumpkin spice does.
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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 with apples and cinnamon come together fast and skip the frying. They make apple desserts easy to grab before pumpkin spice shows up everywhere.
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Apple Galette

This galette keeps things rustic with a flaky crust and spiced apple filling. It proves apple desserts can be simple and seasonal before pumpkin spice arrives.
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