Ah, the crispness of fall is finally in the air, which means it’s time for one of my favorite things: apple season! While some are crazy about pumpkin everything, for me, it’s all about those juicy apples. And guess what? We’ve rounded up 18 incredible recipes to kickstart this apple-loving season.
Whether you’re in the mood for a savory dish or something sweet to satisfy that dessert itch, there’s something here for everyone. So, let’s push pumpkin to the side for a moment and dive right into these apple delights!
Air Fryer Apple Crisp
Kick off apple season with a twist! The air fryer gives this apple crisp a delightful edge, combining spices, apples, and a memorable crumble. It’s a taste of fall, right from the first bite.
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Apple Bacon Scones
Greet the apple harvest with these innovative scones. Packed with fresh apples and salty bacon, they’re moistened with apple butter, making every morning feel like a crisp autumn day.
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Apple Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Start your fall mornings with a bowl full of season’s best. Apple butter, fresh apples, and a hint of mascarpone transform traditional oatmeal into a festive fall breakfast.
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Apple Carrot Cake Pancakes
Who said pancakes couldn’t celebrate apple season? Drizzled with maple cream cheese sauce, these pancakes encapsulate the warm and hearty vibes of early fall.
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Apple Cider Braised Lamb Shanks
Let’s welcome fall with this comforting dish. Braised in apple cider, these lamb shanks offer a harmonious blend of tender meat and sweet apple flavors – the essence of autumn on a plate.
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Apple Cinnamon Cookie Bites
The perfect bite-sized tribute to apple season! Made with fresh apples, oats, and cashew butter, these treats are a sweet nod to the joys of fall harvest.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Apple Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Celebrate the onset of apple season with a burst of flavors in a sandwich. The melding of BBQ apple pork with a sage apple slaw gives every bite a distinct taste of fall.
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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Classic oatmeal gets a fall makeover. Packed with apples and autumn spices, this version sets the tone for a cozy season ahead, celebrating the apple harvest in every spoonful.
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Apple Cinnamon Sugar Cake
Here’s to apple season with a healthier twist on a classic combo. This cake captures the essence of fall without the guilt.
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Apple Streusel Bread
What better way to welcome fall than with a loaf of apple streusel bread? With its delightful crumble and icing, it’s a tribute to apple season.
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Glazed Pork Chops and Apples
This dish salutes both fall and apple season. Sweet pumpkin tea glazed pork chops paired with apple slices showcase the rich flavors of the season.
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Microwave Apple Crisp
Craving a quick fall treat? This apple crisp, made in minutes, embodies the spirit of apple season. Just add a dollop of ice cream and indulge.
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Air Fryer Maple Cinnamon Apple Chips
Celebrate apple season with a crunchy twist. These apple chips, made effortlessly in the air fryer, are a fun and healthy nod to the orchard’s bounty.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Apple Ham Sandwich
This sandwich is a hearty welcome to apple season. The blend of roasted sweet potato, apple, and ham is like a fall festival in your mouth.
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Savory Apple Thyme Butter
Dive into fall with this versatile apple butter. Bursting with flavors, it complements everything from a dinner roast to an appetizer spread.
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Spiced Orange Beet Apple Chutney
Elevate your fall spread with this chutney. It’s not just a mix of beets and apples but a celebration of apple season with a zesty twist.
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Honey Chicken Apple Salad
Lunches get a fall upgrade with this apple-infused salad. It’s a refreshing and delightful way to enjoy the apple season’s fresh produce.
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Leek Apple Cheddar Soup
Warm up to apple season with this creamy soup. With a fusion of leeks, apples, and cheddar, it’s a heartwarming nod to the start of fall.
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