When it comes to holiday baking, apples deserve just as much love as pumpkins and peppermint. Their natural sweetness, warm spice-friendly flavor, and cozy aroma make them perfect for festive desserts that feel both comforting and celebratory.
In this collection of 8 apple desserts, you’ll find recipes that bring seasonal charm to your holiday table, whether you’re after something rustic and homey or a show-stopping treat that steals the spotlight.
The Best Apple Cinnamon Bread
This Apple Cinnamon Bread is packed with apples and cinnamon sugar and it makes a beautiful loaf of bread that’s perfect for company or as a snack. If you have a surplus of apples this fall, this is a great apple bread to try. Get the recipe
Spiced Apple Turnovers
When you’re in the mood for something quick, cozy, and just a little fancy, these Spiced Apple Turnovers are the move. They’re made with flaky puff pastry and a warm cinnamon-apple filling that tastes like fall in every bite. Plus, you can cook them right in the air fryer, which means dessert is ready in about 20 minutes. Get the recipe
Individual Apple Crisp Desserts
Warm, buttery, and full of spiced apples, this classic dessert hits all the right notes. The oat-streusel topping gets golden and crunchy in the air fryer while the apples soften underneath. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to take it over the top. Get the recipe
Mini Apple Fritter Bites
Mini Apple Fritter Bites are a delightful way to enjoy a classic treat in a fun, shareable form. Whether you choose to fry or bake them, these little bites are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Serve them fresh and warm with a drizzle of glaze, and watch them disappear fast. Get the recipe
Sweet & Crunchy Baked Apples
Sweet & Crunchy Baked Apples are the cozy, warm fall treat you didn’t know you needed. They’re tender, cinnamon-spiced, and topped with a buttery oat crunch that brings it all together. Get the recipe
Delightful Apple & Brie Pastry Bites
Looking for a fall appetizer that feels fancy but takes minimal effort? These Apple & Brie Puff Pastry Bites deliver a gourmet experience with just a handful of ingredients. The combination of crisp, buttery pastry, creamy Brie, and caramelized apples makes for a crowd-pleasing bite that works for any occasion. Get the recipe
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
If you’re the kind of person who waits all year for apple season, these Fall Caramel Apple Cupcakes are calling your name. They start with a rich, spiced pound cake base and are packed with tender caramel apples, then topped with a caramel buttercream and a final drizzle of caramel for good measure. Get the recipe
Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Dip
For the perfect fall appetizer, try this Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Dip with silky sweet caramel sauce that is balanced perfectly with the tang of cream cheese and crisp apple slices. Get the recipe
When not mixing up delicious cocktails to enjoy on the patio with friends, Angela is busy writing about food and drinks for three popular food websites, and exchanging creative ideas on social media.