17 Irresistible Apple Recipes for Fall

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Nothing welcomes the fall quite like a day of apple picking at a local orchard. But after you’ve plucked the perfect apples fresh from the tree, the seasonal fun continues in the kitchen. Make the most of your bounty of crisp, juicy apples this year with some of our favorite fall apple recipes. From decadent pies and cakes to savory soups, sides and appetizers, these irresistible recipes will make it nearly impossible not to get your apple a day in the fall.

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1. Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Bake

Wake up to the smell of warm cinnamon and apples filling your kitchen with this Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Bake recipe.

See more: 10 Fun Facts About Apples

Apple Cranberry Salad
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2. Apple Cranberry Salad

Made with toasted walnuts, tart dried cranberries and tangy goat cheese, this Apple Cranberry Salad combines some of the best flavors of the season. Toss this easy recipe together in just 15 minutes for a quick lunch, dinner party starter or beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving table.

Caramel Apple Pie Bars
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3. Caramel Apple Pie Bars

These fall-inspired Caramel Apple Pie Bars showcase sweet seasonal apples spiced with cinnamon and cardamom under a crumbly streusel topping drizzled with caramel sauce.

Harvest Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
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4. Harvest Salad with Maple Vinaigrette

Harvest Salad with Maple Vinaigrette looks as good as it tastes. This autumn salad features fresh spinach, Granny Smith apples, onion slices, pecans, blue cheese crumbles and crispy bacon bits drizzled with zesty vinaigrette and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds.

Apple Pecan Sticky Buns
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5. Apple Pecan Sticky Buns

Indulge in apple season with a batch of soft and fluffy Apple Pecan Sticky Buns. This fall-inspired take on an old-fashioned favorite makes a delightful breakfast treat or afternoon pick-me-up.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
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6. Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars

This decadent caramel apple cheesecake dessert makes the perfect treat for any tailgate party or game get-together.

7. Bacon, Apple and Butternut Breakfast Hash

The flavors of fall come together in this Bacon, Apple and Butternut Breakfast Hash. Top it all off with a fried egg and enjoy a healthy breakfast that will keep you full until lunch.

Apple Stack Cake
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8. Apple Stack Cake

Lots of thin cake layers with a sweet apple filling in between make this Apple Stack Cake irresistible.

See more: What Is America’s Favorite Apple Variety?

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9. All-American Apple Pie

Nothing says fall like a slice of All-American Apple Pie. This classic dessert features two different varieties of apples and a sweet, crunchy streusel topping.

See more: Apple Pie Bread

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10. Apple Bacon Belgian Waffles

Start your day off right with a tasty twist on classic waffles. These Apple Bacon Belgian Waffles have finely chopped apples and bacon crumbles mixed into the batter for the perfect sweet and salty combination.

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11. Apple Cheddar Scones

Fresh green apples and sharp cheddar cheese are a winning combination in these Apple Cheddar Scones.

See more: Ginger Spiced Pumpkin Scones

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12. Apple Sausage Balls

Fall means football season! Add these crowd-pleasing Apple Sausage Balls to your next tailgate party menu and watch them disappear before kickoff.

See more: Game Day Recipes

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13. Double Apple Blondie Bars

Enjoy double the apple flavor with these delicious Blondie Bars made with both fresh apples and applesauce.

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14. Squash and Apple Bake with Sausage

Crisp fall apples make a perfect partner for hearty winter squash in this easy Squash and Apple Bake with Sausage.

See more: 7 Easy and Delicious Weeknight Dinner Recipes

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15. Apple Dapple Cake With Brown Sugar Icing

Tired of apple pie? Try this easy recipe for Apple Dapple Cake made with apples, walnuts and a creamy brown sugar topping.

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16. Maple Apple Baked Beans

The flavorful combination of onions, tart Granny Smith apples, salty bacon and pure maple syrup makes this recipe stand out from your average baked beans.

See more: One-Dish Roasted Potatoes and Apples with Chicken Sausage

Skillet Apple Crisp for Two
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17. Skillet Apple Skillet Crisp for Two

Skillet Apple Crisp for Two is the perfect small-batch dessert for dinner dates at home – or for those nights when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want leftovers lingering around for days. Need to serve a larger group? You can easily double or triple the recipe for a family or get-together.

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