Ah, fall—it’s the most wonderful time of year (second only to Christmas, of course)! When the leaves are changing colors and the air becomes crisp, it’s peak season to get warm and cozy and relish in all that fall has to offer. If there’s one iconic activity to enjoy during this time of year, it’s definitely picking apples. Apple picking is an all-day affair; drinking hot cider while picking the best crop is hard work! Not to mention hauling your harvest home for a bounty of apple-filled recipes.
Using up pounds and pounds of fruit before it goes bad can definitely be a challenge. We’ve got a spread of unique ideas to use up your bushel of apples, from savory to sweet. Make a batch of apple butter in a slow cooker, or opt for apple salsa with crispy tortilla chips. You can also go for a stack of dehydrated apple chips, or an iconic apple pie, piled high in a crispy, buttery crust. Whatever way you choose, your house is going to smell amazing! Read on for fall-inspired treats and eats:
Bunny’s Warm Oven
Forget cobbler! This biscuit-topped apple bake is drenched in a thick, buttery caramel and baked until bubbly. Perfect for topping with vanilla ice cream, this Pan Dowdy is sure to please the whole family. Get the recipe.
Harvest Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potatoes Brussels Sprouts and Sautéed Apples
Well Plated by Erin
It doesn’t have to be all about the sweet! A one-pan skillet is perfect for using up a few apples. Nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, hearty brussels sprouts, and chicken breast chunks are balanced perfectly with slightly softened apples. Get the recipe.
Carrie’s Experimental Kitchen
These crispy dehydrated apple chips are ideal for packing lunchboxes or snacks on the go. These chips don’t require any extra sweetness, especially when you use peak-of-season apples. Simply sprinkle with cinnamon for extra fall flavor. Get the recipe.
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Alexandra Cooks
Apples…in soup!? It may seem strange, but adding chopped apples to this squash-centric soup adds extra bulk and sweetness, without adding any refined sugar. Whip up a double batch and freeze for winter! Get the recipe.
One Pan Pork Chops with Apples
The Chunky Chef
The classic combo of pork chops and apples is perfect for using up your bushel of fruit! This one pan supper celebrates the fall flavors of sage and rosemary, pairing beautifully with sweet, wilted apples. Get the recipe.
Brown Eyed Baker
Looking to bake your bushel, without going the pie route? Go for a loaf of Jewish Apple Cake, perfect for an afternoon snack with coffee or tea, without going all out on the sugar. Get the recipe.
Dessert for Two
Have a few bruised apples at the bottom of your bag? Apple butter doesn’t need the prettiest crop when the spread is blended into a smooth puree anyway. Let this sauce simmer in your slow cooker all day and your house will smell like the glorious flavors of fall! Get the recipe.
Creme de la Crumb
An apple a day, even at breakfast. Start your morning with hearty pancakes topped with sweet sauteed apples, tossed in sweet cinnamon. Get the recipe.
Six Sisters’ Stuff
Have a few tart apples that need to be used up? This sweet and salty apple salsa is great for crispy tortilla chips or makes a great topping for grilled fish. Get the recipe.
House of Yumm
Crispy apples pair with crunchy nuts, creamy goat cheese, and savory bacon crumbles in this autumnal salad. Make a double batch of maple vinaigrette to make this recipe a million times over! Get the recipe.
The Oatmeal Artist
No need to seek a packet of instant—this oatmeal incorporates fresh apples, spiced cinnamon, and sweet raisins for a hearty breakfast. Pour over warmed milk for a decadent treat. Get the recipe.
Apple and Goat Cheese Flatbread
A Cup of Jo
Crunchy apples, creamy goat cheese, and peppery arugula top a crispy flatbread crust in this seasonal recipe. Perfect for a quick dinner or easy appetizer, you can absolutely switch out any type of apple depending on what your haul looks like. Get the recipe.
Completely Delicious
If you’re going to make a pie, it’s time to go all out, Break out the deep dish pan and pile the sliced apples high. Get the recipe.
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