Our Favorite Sweet and Savory Apple Recipes for Every Meal (and Dessert!) (2024)

Since apples are ever-present in grocery stores, everyday recipes, and restaurant menus, we sometimes take them for granted. But every time apple season rolls around and we see overflowing bushels of a dozen varieties of apples, and get the first taste of the just-picked new crop, we fall in love all over again.

Apples are so marvelously versatile, we love them equally when starring in sweet or savory dishes, hot or cold, raw or cooked. You can start the day with apple pancakes, French toast, coffee cakes, muffins, or apple-studded breakfast sausage, then move on to lunch and dinner with apples accenting salads, soups, braised and roasted meat dishes—and that's all before we even start on our favorite apple desserts ranging from crisps, crumbles, cobblers, pies, cakes, and fritters. Go ahead and pick some new favorites from our collection of best recipes with apples.

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Apple Crisp

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All the apple dessert glory with none of the pie pastry fuss, you can never go wrong with apple crisp (aka, apple crumble). Tender, cinnamon-scented apple chunks bake under a crunchy, chewy, buttery oat topping for an easy dessert that will win over any crowd.

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Apple-Caramel French Toast

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Does it sound like too much work to serve a crowd of morning guests French toast covered in caramel-drizzled apples? We've got great news: this make-ahead breakfast casserole is super easy to assemble the night before. All that's left to do in the morning is preheat the oven and make the coffee!

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Sheet-Pan Chicken With Cauliflower and Apples

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This sheet-pan dinner is a weeknight hero, turning a few simple ingredients into a succulent, nutritious meal with just 10 minutes of prep time. Use a firm apple variety such as Pink Lady so the apples hold their shape when roasted.

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Martha's Cider-Bourbon co*cktail

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This picture-perfect fall co*cktail is one of Martha’s favorites. Fresh apple cider gets a big kick from lemon, ginger, and bourbon. Shake these up one at a time or make the big-batch version if you’re entertaining a crowd.

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Kale-and-Apple Salad

Give your kale salad some fresh ideas with the addition of apple, celery, and Parmesan cheese. The simple dressing of apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey and garlic comes together in seconds.

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Apple Chips

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You don't need a dehydrator to make these crunchy, snack-tastic apple chips. Thin slices of fresh apple are quickly dipped in simple syrup then baked in an extra-low oven for 2 hours.

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Bette's Chicken-Liver Pate with Sauteed Maple Syrup Apples

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Maple-glazed tart apple wedges are an exquisite companion to rich, silky chicken liver pate. This appetizer is sure to get oohs and aahs at your next get-together.

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Pork Chops With Apples and Onions

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This one-pot dinner is almost too easy, and its satisfying savory-sweet flavors will make it an instant family classic. Serve with a simple side dish to soak up the juices —these chops go great with mashed potatoes, noodles, spaetzle, rice, polenta, or your favorite grain.

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Apple Fritters

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This version of apple fritters is quicker and easier than you might expect, thanks to our no-yeast recipe. Use a small ice cream scoop to form perfect fritters without even getting your hands messy.

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Apple-Butternut Squash Soup

The sweetness of golden winter squash and fresh apples is balanced by a lively lineup of spices including cumin, coriander, ginger, and cayenne. This fabulous fall soup freezes well so you can enjoy it all year long.

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Apple-Braised Turkey Thighs

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Turkey is not just for Thanksgiving dinner! Give turkey thighs the casual weeknight treatment with this easy, flavorful braise.

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Apple Butter

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Here's Martha's go-to recipe for one of fall's most traditional home-cooking classics. This version of apple butter starts on the stovetop and is finished in the oven.

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Baked Apples (Pommes Bonne Femme)

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Apples stuffed with sugar, butter, and orange zest get tender and fragrant in the oven. Top the warm apples with a spoonful of jam and a sprinkling of toasted hazelnuts to end your evening with a symphony of fall flavors.

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Spiced Apple Oatmeal

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Apples, cinnamon, maple syrup, and butter will banish the word "boring" from the concept of oatmeal for breakfast. Top each serving with toasted pecans for the perfect element of crunch.

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Chicken Salad With Apples and Walnuts

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Chicken salad gets a lighter touch with low-fat mayo and zippy lemon juice, while toasted walnuts and juicy apples add refreshing crunch. Use leftover roast chicken or grab a rotisserie chicken at the grocery store for a super-easy meal.

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Chicken and Apple Sausage Patties

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Onion, fresh sage, sweet-tart Granny Smith apples and a pinch of cinnamon bring a bonanza of flavor to ground chicken. You can make this breakfast sausage a day in advance to make your morning smooth sailing.

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Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

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Each bite of our go-to coffee cake is flavored with the perfect amount of brown sugar and cinnamon, and the cake is so moist it practically melts in your mouth. When you add a cup and a half of chopped apples to the batter, this cake just about reaches perfection.

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Roasted Squash, Apple, and Cipollini Onion Salad

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The roasted trio of Golden Delicious apples, butternut squash, and cipollini onions makes a sweet and tender fall twist on the typical side salad. A bed of crisp, spicy watercress adds the perfect contrast.

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Pulled Chicken With Apple-Cucumber Slaw

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We gave the pulled pork sandwich a lighter, more colorful makeover. Shredded rotisserie chicken is glazed in a quick and easy honey-mustard barbecue sauce and topped with a crunchy, refreshing apple slaw.

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Morning Glory Muffins

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Apple, carrot, coconut, raisins, pepitas, and whole wheat flour pile on the goodness. Packed with flavor and fiber, these moist muffins are the ideal grab-and-go breakfast.

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Our Favorite Sweet and Savory Apple Recipes for Every Meal (and Dessert!) (2024)

FAQs

What is an all-purpose apple? ›

The Golden Delicious may be the original all-purpose apple. With a firm texture that holds up to baking and a mild flavor and sweetness, it does well in pies and tarts, as well as alongside your peanut butter.

What is a good combination with apple? ›

Apples are also a natural partner for savory ingredients like pork roasts, crispy-skinned chicken, juicy sausages, and even scallops. At breakfast, they shine with bacon or ham, or piled on a bowl of oatmeal or quinoa.

What to eat with apples besides peanut butter? ›

9 Things to Pair with an Apple
  1. Sharp Cheddar Cheese.
  2. Almond Butter + Orange Marmalade.
  3. Plain Yogurt + Honey + Cinnamon.
  4. Cream Cheese + Sweet Pickle Relish.
  5. Ricotta + Lemon Zest + Chopped Pistachios.
  6. Balsamic Vinegar + Brown Sugar + Ground Pepper.
  7. Berry Vinaigrette + Walnuts.
  8. Arugula + Bacon.
Sep 10, 2020

What apples are best for apple pie? ›

The best apples for making apple pie
  • Braeburn. This apple is a descendant of Granny Smith, but slightly sweeter. ...
  • Cortland. ...
  • Crispin (Mutsu). ...
  • Golden Delicious. ...
  • Granny Smith. ...
  • Honeycrisp. ...
  • Jonagold or Jonathan. ...
  • Northern Spy.
Oct 8, 2021

What type of apple is the healthiest? ›

Red Delicious Apples

They've got more polyphenolic compounds than most other apples, with most of the nutrition in the skin – so be sure not to peel them before chowing down. Red Delicious apples contain more anthocyanidins that provide their color and powerful antioxidants.

What apple has the thinnest skin? ›

Gala is one of the earliest available varieties, and it takes its sweet, succulent nature from two Delicious cultivars (Golden and Kidd's Orange Red). Its thin skin and tender, pale yellow flesh makes it a great out-of-hand eating apple.

What should you not mix with apples? ›

For this reason, he suggests keeping apples and carrots away from each other, adding that cabbage, figs and onions can also absorb an apple's odor. “The closer and more enclosed the fresh produce is, the more chance for odors to intermix,” he adds.

What fruit goes best with apples? ›

Fruit Pairings:
  • Apricot.
  • Blueberries.
  • Cherries.
  • Figs.
  • Grapes,
  • Citrus.
  • Pears.
  • Plums.
Oct 7, 2022

Is egg with apple good? ›

Yes, this is a quick, healthy breakfast. The eggs provide protein , and the apple provides fiber — both will help you feel full, and take a while to digest. Good choices!

What to sprinkle on apples? ›

Cinnamon – The Classic Choice

A staple in apple cuisine, cinnamon adds warmth and sweetness. Pinch's Organic Saigon Cinnamon is a top pick for its intense aroma and flavor. Also consider Ceylon “True” Organic Cinnamon Powder – a classic choice for apples, cinnamon adds warmth and sweetness.

Can dogs have apples? ›

Yes, apples are a fantastic addition to your dog's diet. They provide vitamin A, vitamin C and dietary fibre. They also provide a way to keep your dog's teeth clean and can help freshen their breath. But before you feed apples to your dog, always remove the core and the seeds.

What to dip my apples in? ›

Apples - use your favorite variety. Caramel dipping sauce. Melted chocolate - dark or white chocolate. Carbonated soda such as Sprite or ginger ale - for dipping apples to prevent browning.

What kind of apples does mcdonalds use for their pies? ›

So you can put away your Granny Smiths and Red Delicious if you think you can just whip up McDonald's signature dessert at home. Instead, Mickey D's makes their pies with six different types of apples — Jonagold, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Gala, Rome, and Ida Red, all of which are homegrown in the U.S.

What are the best apples for dessert? ›

Which apples bake best? For the best pies, crisps, and other baked treats, apples need to be firm enough to hold their own during the cooking process. We call these apples “baking apples” and to namedrop, they include Braeburn, Cortland, Honey Gold, Jonathan, Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, Haralson, and Newtown Pippin.

What is the sweetest apple? ›

While there is an extremely wide variety of apples, all with varying flavors, the sweetest-tasting apple is fuji, followed by gala, honeycrisp, and Red Delicious apples. These apples are great for snacking and eating as is. Granny Smith, McIntosh, and Pink Lady fall on the tart end of the spectrum.

What is a dual purpose apple? ›

Dual-purpose apples are those that can be cooked early in the season but become sweeter in storage, making them suitable for dessert use from late winter onwards.

Which apple is best for baking? ›

Which apples bake best? For the best pies, crisps, and other baked treats, apples need to be firm enough to hold their own during the cooking process. We call these apples “baking apples” and to namedrop, they include Braeburn, Cortland, Honey Gold, Jonathan, Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, Haralson, and Newtown Pippin.

What is a substitute for a Gravenstein apple? ›

If you cannot get Gravensteins, substitute with a tart baking apple such as Granny Smith or Jonathans.

Are Gala apples good for cooking or eating? ›

There are a few apples that don't make the cut. While great for snacking, Gala, Fuji and Red Delicious are the most common apples that won't hold up in the oven and will give you a watery-mushy pie, tart or cake.

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