Delicious Apple Recipes to Try This Season

Apples are a versatile fruit that can be used in a variety of delicious recipes, perfect for any season, especially fall. From sweet treats to savory dishes, there are countless ways to enjoy this delightful fruit. Here, we'll explore several apple-based recipes that are sure to inspire your culinary creativity.

1. Apple Wedges Fries

Difficulty: Easy
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 150 kcal per serving

Ingredients:
- 4 large firm apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady)
- 1 cup of full-fat milk
- 1 cup of plain flour
- 4 tbsp sugar (divided)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon (divided)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions:

1. Peel and remove the core from the apples, then cut them into sticks, about ½ to ¾ inches wide. Place the apple pieces in a bowl, pouring the milk over them. Gently stir to coat all slices and set aside.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, 1 tbsp of sugar, and 1 tsp of cinnamon. Set aside.
3. In a separate small dish, blend 3 tbsp of sugar with ½ tsp of cinnamon. Stir until combined, then set aside for later.
4. Take several apple slices at a time from the milk, shake off the excess, and dredge them in the flour mixture. Make sure each slice is evenly coated, then place them on a tray. Repeat until all slices are coated.
5. Heat ¼ cup of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Prepare a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil after frying. Once the oil is ready, fry the coated apples in batches of 6-8 slices, cooking each side for about 1-2 minutes, until golden.
6. After frying, transfer the apple slices to the paper towel-lined plate. While still warm, sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture prepared earlier.
7. Repeat frying and sprinkling for the remaining apple slices. Serve warm and enjoy your crispy apple fries!

Dip: Caramel Cream Cheese Dip
- 8 ounces whipped cream cheese
- ½ cup caramel sauce
In a bowl, combine the whipped cream cheese and caramel sauce, stirring until smooth and well blended. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and drizzle extra caramel sauce on top for a finishing touch.

2. Apple Cobbler

Ingredients:
For the Apple Filling:
- 6 medium apples
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt

For the Cobbler Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
- ½ cup milk (whole milk works best, but you can substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges (about 1/4-inch thick). You can use a mix of tart and sweet apples for a balance of flavors.
3. In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until well combined. The cornstarch will help thicken the filling as it cooks.
4. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
6. Add the cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
7. Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, and stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. The batter will be thick and somewhat lumpy, which is fine.
8. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, dollop the topping over the apples, leaving some gaps between the spoonfuls. Don’t worry if it doesn’t cover all of the apples—it will spread as it bakes.
9. Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the topping comes out clean (the apples should be bubbling around the edges).
10. If the topping is browning too quickly, you can cover it loosely with foil and continue baking until fully cooked.
11. Let the cobbler cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This will help the filling set slightly.
12. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.

3. Apple Fritter Loaf

Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup white granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup milk, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 large Honeycrisp apples, diced
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- 1 ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and set aside.
3. Peel, core, and chop your apples. Add cinnamon and white sugar. Toss to coat apples. Set aside.
4. In a small bowl, add brown sugar and cinnamon and mix for brown sugar topping. Set aside.
5. To a mixing bowl, add softened butter and white sugar. Cream with hand mixer for 1-2 minutes.
6. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix.
7. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth/combined.
8. Spray your standard loaf pan with nonstick spray. Add ½ of your batter to pan and spread. Add ½ of your apples on top and press down a bit.
9. Add the rest of your batter on top. Add all of your remaining apples and gently press them down into the batter.
10. Sprinkle brown sugar cinnamon mixture all on top.
11. Bake at 350°F for 60 minutes until a knife or toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 15-20 minutes in pan then transfer to a cake dish.
12. Make your drizzle by adding powdered sugar and milk to a bowl. Whisk together and drizzle over the cooled cake.

4. Cinnamon Apple Crumble Loaf

Ingredients:
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 2 large apples, diced and grated

Crumble Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 4-6 tbsp of butter, slightly melted
- ½ tsp of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Combine sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. Beat eggs, milk, and butter in a separate bowl until just combined.
4. Gradually add dry mixture to wet until just moist. Fold in the grated apple.
5. Combine crumble topping with a fork until it’s crumbly. Don’t overmix.
6. Pour half of the mixture into the pan, then sprinkle a layer of the crumble topping. Repeat with the rest of the batter and crumble topping.
7. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes clean. Baking times can vary so watch your loaf!

5. Chocolate Covered Apple Slices

Ingredients:
- 2 apples, sliced about ¼” thick (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji, etc)
- Lemon juice
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- ½ tbsp coconut oil (optional)
- Toppings: caramel syrup & chopped nuts

Instructions:

1. Wash apples and dry thoroughly. Slice into thin slices and remove any seeds/stem. Insert popsicle sticks through the bottom.
2. Squeeze lemon juice on both sides, let sit for a minute, then pat dry with a paper towel.
3. Add chocolate chips to a heat-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each interval, until completely melted. Optional: add 1 tablespoon coconut oil to thin it out.
4. Spoon chocolate onto the apple slice and spread until the entire slice is coated. Let excess chocolate drip off, then transfer to a parchment paper-lined tray.
5. Refrigerate until chocolate is hard. Drizzle caramel and sprinkle nuts or any topping you would like on top.

These apple recipes are perfect for gatherings, cozy nights in, or simply treating yourself to something sweet. Each recipe showcases the deliciousness of apples in unique ways, ensuring that you can enjoy this fruit throughout the season. Happy cooking!