21 Delicious Apple Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

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Apples are the versatile stars of the dessert world, offering endless possibilities for sweet, comforting treats. From classic pies to innovative creations, this collection of 21 apple desserts showcases the fruit’s ability to shine in a variety of textures and flavor combinations, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth all year round.

1. Classic Apple Pie

This timeless favorite combines flaky pastry with a sweet and tangy apple filling.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups sliced apples (about 6-8 medium apples)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 9-inch pie crusts

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Add the dry mixture to the apples and toss to coat.
  5. Pour the apple mixture into the bottom crust, dot with butter.
  6. Cover with the top crust, seal edges, and cut slits for venting.
  7. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool before serving.

2. Caramel Apple Cheesecake

A rich and creamy cheesecake topped with caramelized apples for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Pour mixture over crust and bake for 45 minutes.
  5. In a skillet, cook apples with brown sugar and cinnamon until soft.
  6. Top cooled cheesecake with apple mixture and drizzle with caramel sauce.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

3. Apple Crumble

A comforting dessert featuring tender baked apples topped with a crispy oat crumble.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups sliced apples
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Toss apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon in a baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt.
  4. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
  5. Sprinkle crumble over apples.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

4. Apple Turnovers

Flaky pastry pockets filled with a sweet apple mixture for a portable treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 3 cups diced apples
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
  3. Cut each pastry sheet into 4 squares.
  4. Place apple mixture in the center of each square.
  5. Fold pastry over to create triangles and seal edges.
  6. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

5. Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Moist and flavorful muffins studded with chunks of apple and a hint of cinnamon.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups diced apples

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in apples.
  5. Divide batter among muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing.

6. Toffee Apple Dip

A sweet and creamy dip perfect for serving with fresh apple slices.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup toffee bits
  • 4-5 apples, sliced (for serving)

Method:

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add both sugars and vanilla, mix well.
  3. Fold in toffee bits.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Serve with sliced apples for dipping.

7. Apple Fritters

Golden, crispy fritters packed with chunks of apple and dusted with powdered sugar.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 cups diced apples
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method:

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and melted butter.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in apples.
  4. Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) in a large pot.
  5. Drop batter by spoonfuls into hot oil and fry until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar while warm.

8. Apple Bread Pudding

A warm and comforting dessert that transforms stale bread into a delicious treat.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups cubed day-old bread
  • 3 cups diced apples
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes and diced apples.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Pour egg mixture over bread and apples, stir to coat.
  5. Let sit for 15 minutes to absorb liquid.
  6. Pour melted butter over the mixture.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set and golden brown.
  8. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla sauce or ice cream.

9. Apple Cider Donuts

Soft, cake-like donuts infused with apple cider and coated in cinnamon sugar.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Cinnamon sugar for coating

Method:

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and nutmeg.
  2. In another bowl, mix sugar, melted butter, egg, apple cider, and milk.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a dough.
  4. Roll out dough and cut into donut shapes.
  5. Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) and fry donuts until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels, then coat in cinnamon sugar while still warm.

10. Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cake

A moist cake topped with caramelized apples that become the star when inverted.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a 9-inch cake pan, melt 1/4 cup butter and add brown sugar.
  3. Arrange apple slices over the butter-sugar mixture.
  4. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, cream 1/2 cup butter and granulated sugar.
  6. Beat in eggs and vanilla, then alternately add flour mixture and milk.
  7. Pour batter over apples and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.

11. Apple Crisp Bars

A portable twist on the classic apple crisp, perfect for picnics or lunchboxes.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups diced apples
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
  4. Press 2/3 of the mixture into the prepared pan.
  5. Toss apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
  6. Spread apple mixture over the crust and top with remaining crumb mixture.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

12. Apple Cinnamon Roll Cake

A decadent cake that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls with tender apples.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 apples, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter; mix well.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  5. In a bowl, mix diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of apple mixture over the batter and swirl with a knife.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

13. Apple Butter

A smooth, concentrated apple spread perfect for toast or as a filling for pastries.

Ingredients:

  • 4 pounds apples, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method:

  1. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker.
  2. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, stirring occasionally.
  3. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth.
  4. Continue cooking uncovered for 1-2 hours until thickened.
  5. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

14. Apple Tarte Tatin

A classic French dessert featuring caramelized apples atop a flaky pastry crust.

Ingredients:

  • 6 large apples, peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, melt butter and sugar over medium heat.
  3. Cook until mixture turns amber, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add vanilla and salt, then arrange apple quarters in the skillet.
  5. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning apples occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and cover apples with puff pastry, tucking edges.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until pastry is golden.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.

15. Apple Crumb Cake

A moist coffee cake studded with apples and topped with a crunchy streusel.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups diced apples
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Fold in diced apples and pour into prepared pan.
  5. For topping, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
  6. Cut in cold butter until mixture is crumbly.
  7. Sprinkle topping over batter and bake for 45-50 minutes.

16. Apple Cheese Danish

A flaky pastry filled with sweetened cream cheese and tender apples.

Ingredients:

  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 apples, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam (for glazing)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla.
  3. Toss apple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  4. Cut each pastry sheet into 4 squares.
  5. Spread cream cheese mixture in the center of each square.
  6. Top with apple slices and fold corners to the center.
  7. Brush with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  8. Brush with warmed apricot jam before serving.

17. Apple Cider Sorbet

A refreshing, dairy-free dessert that captures the essence of fresh apples.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method:

  1. In a saucepan, heat apple cider and sugar until sugar dissolves.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and cinnamon.
  3. Chill mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator.
  4. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  5. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm.

18. Apple Galette

A rustic, free-form tart that showcases the natural beauty of sliced apples.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pie crust
  • 3 large apples, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam (for glazing)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out pie crust into a 12-inch circle.
  3. Toss apple slices with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
  4. Arrange apples in the center of the crust, leaving a 2-inch border.
  5. Fold the edges of the crust over the apples, pleating as you go.
  6. Brush crust with egg wash and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden.
  7. Brush apples with warmed apricot jam before serving.

19. Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes studded with tender apple pieces and warm cinnamon.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated apple
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  2. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in grated apple and cinnamon.
  4. Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on top.
  6. Flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  7. Serve with maple syrup and additional apple slices if desired.

20. Apple Roses

A beautiful and delicate dessert that transforms apple slices into edible roses.

Ingredients:

  • 2 red apples
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons apricot preserves
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. Cut apples in half, remove cores, and slice very thinly.
  3. Microwave apple slices with lemon juice until pliable, about 3 minutes.
  4. Roll out puff pastry and cut into 6 strips.
  5. Spread each strip with apricot preserves.
  6. Arrange apple slices along one edge of each strip, overlapping slightly.
  7. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Fold the bottom half of the pastry up over the apples and roll up.
  9. Place each rose in a muffin cup and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

21. Apple Cider Floats

A festive fall drink that doubles as a dessert, perfect for parties.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • Whipped cream
  • Caramel sauce
  • Ground cinnamon

Method:

  1. Warm apple cider in a saucepan or microwave until hot but not boiling.
  2. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in each of 4 glasses.
  3. Slowly pour hot apple cider over the ice cream.
  4. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
  5. Sprinkle with a dash of ground cinnamon.
  6. Serve immediately with a spoon and a straw.

This completes your list of 21 apple desserts. Each recipe includes a brief introduction, ingredients list, and method, perfect for a blog post. The variety of desserts showcases the versatility of apples in sweet treats, from classic pies to innovative presentations like apple roses.

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