Cozy Apple Desserts for Fall You’ll Want to Bake 🍎

Fall is apple season, and nothing says cozy quite like the smell of cinnamon and apples baking in the kitchen. Whether you’re craving a pie, crisp, or something quick and easy, this roundup of easy apple desserts is packed with flavor and comfort. These are some of the best apple dessert recipes to enjoy with family and friends when the leaves start turning.

Tip: Keep your apples fresh until baking day! See USDA guidance on selecting and storing apples.

1. Cast Iron Skillet Apple Crisp

Golden, buttery topping with tender apples bubbling underneath—this is the kind of fall apple recipe that makes your house smell amazing. Best served warm with vanilla ice cream.

2. Marshmallow Fruit Salad with Pudding and Cool Whip

This retro-style salad gets a seasonal upgrade with crisp apple chunks mixed in. Quick, creamy, and one of the easiest apple desserts for gatherings.

3. Caramel Apple Slab Pie

This best apple dessert recipe is perfect for a crowd. Caramel adds richness to the filling, and the slab format makes slicing and serving easy.

4. Canned Apple Pie Filling

Homemade pie filling you can jar and keep on hand for busy nights. A thoughtful gift idea too—just add a crust and you’ve given someone an instant fall apple recipe ready to go.

5. Mini Caramel Apples

All the fun of caramel apples without the sticky mess! Perfect for parties, and you can roll them in sprinkles, nuts, or cookie crumbs for variety.

6. Caramel Apple Snickers Salad

A chilled “salad” that tastes like dessert. Juicy apples, chocolate, caramel, and whipped topping—it’s indulgent, fun, and always a hit at potlucks.

7. Easy Dutch Apple Pie

A streusel topping makes this pie both simple and delicious. If you’re after the ultimate fall apple recipe, this one’s a classic that never disappoints.

8. Mountain Dew Apple Cobbler

A quirky twist on cobbler that uses soda for a bubbly golden topping. Fun, easy, and surprisingly tasty—one of the most unexpected easy apple desserts.

9. Quick & Easy Stewed Apples

Fast, flexible, and flavorful. Serve these warm apples over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream for a simple fall apple recipe that works any time of day.

Tips for Baking with Apples

• Best apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, Pink Lady. Mix tart and sweet for balance.
• Storage: Keep apples cold and dry. Avoid storing near bananas—they ripen too fast.
• Serving: Add whipped cream, caramel drizzle, or vanilla ice cream to make these easy apple desserts even better.

More Fall Apple Recipes

• 25 Apple Recipes
• Air Fryer Apple Chips
• Instant Pot Apple Butter

Fall Apple Recipes FAQ

What kinds of apples are best for pie and crisp?

Use a blend for  the best depth of flavors—Granny Smith for tartness plus Honeycrisp or Pink Lady for sweetness and structure.

How do I keep the cut apples from browning while I prep the recipe?

Toss cut apple slices in cold water with a little bit of lemon juice. Just make sure you pat them dry before baking.

Can I freeze fall apple desserts?

Yes, you sure can! After baking, make sure you cool completely. Then, you wrap tightly to avoid freezer burn. I loke to use plastic wrap then foil then into a freezer bag. I always keep some 2-gallon storage bags – the size is ideal! Most pies and crisps freeze well for 2–3 months. Before reheating, thaw completely in the refrigerator. Reheat covered at 350°F until warmed through. You may have to cover the top with foil to prevent overbrowning.