25 Apple Desserts Worth Baking Again

If you love the taste of apples in a warm, homemade dessert, this roundup is full of great ideas. You will find everything from soft cakes and baked donuts to handheld pies and creamy fruit salads. Each recipe is simple to make and brings out the best in apples. There are options for crispy toppings, gooey fillings, and chilled treats too. Your kitchen will smell like cinnamon and baked fruit while you cook.

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The BEST Cinnamon Apple Cake

A slice of cinnamon coffee cake topped with glaze and two cinnamon sticks rests on a white plate. The cake has a crumbly texture and the glaze is slightly shiny. — Cinnamon Apple Cake. Photo by Cambrea Bakes

Chunks of apple throughout the batter make this Cinnamon Apple Cake incredibly moist. A buttery crumb topping turns crispy in the oven while the cake underneath stays soft.
Get the recipe: The BEST Cinnamon Apple Cake

Bionicos (Mexican Fruit Bowls)

A glass cup filled with Mexican fruit salad sitting on top of a decorative towel. — Bionicos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Bionicos are Mexican fruit bowls topped with a creamy, sweet sauce. Apples are a must here because their crisp texture stands up well against the softer fruits and rich drizzle.
Get Recipe: Bionicos

Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars

Six apple crumble bars with a crumbly topping are cooling on a wire rack. A jar of caramel is in the background, and two apples are placed on the right side, set on a white surface. — Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars. Photo by Emily Fabulous

These Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars stack a buttery base, smooth cheesecake, and spiced apples all in one. A crunchy topping and caramel drizzle make them look bakery-ready.
Get the recipe: Apple Crumble Cheesecake Bars

Apple Empanadas

Apple Empanadas wrap warm, spiced apples in a flaky, golden pastry. They are basically handheld apple pies that let you skip the fork and plate altogether.
Get the recipe: Apple Empanadas

Ensalada Navideña (Mexican Christmas Fruit Salad)

Ensalada Navideña (or Mexican Christmas Fruit Salad) is a mixture of apples and other fruits covered in a dreamy and creamy dressing. Learn to make this traditional Mexican recipe by watching the VIDEO or follow along the step-by-step tutorial. By Mama Maggie's Kitchen — Ensalada Navideña. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Apples play a big role in Ensalada Navideña, a Mexican fruit salad with nuts and a creamy dressing. They help cut through the sweetness and bring a fresh crunch to every bite.
Get the recipe: Ensalada Navideña

Easy Irish Apple Cake

A partially sliced cake topped with powdered sugar and a white flower sits on a white plate. A slice of the cake rests on a floral-patterned plate nearby. The table is decorated with scattered white flowers and green leaves against a gray background. — Easy Irish Apple Cake. Photo credit: Coriander & Lace.

This Irish Apple Cake is dense, buttery, and packed with chunks of apple. A light sprinkle of sugar on top bakes into a thin, crispy crust that contrasts with the tender fruit inside.
Get the recipe: Easy Irish Apple Cake

Apple Turnovers

Puff pastry makes these Apple Turnovers look way fancier than they actually are. The apple filling bubbles out just a bit around the edges while they bake, giving them that homemade look.
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Ensalada de Frutas

A dessert bowl filled with a colorful fruit salad that includes grapes, strawberries, and kiwi, all mixed and coated in a creamy yogurt. A golden spoon is placed inside the bowl. A blurred bowl with more fruit is visible in the background. — Ensalada de Frutas. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This Ensalada de Frutas is a light Mexican fruit salad full of juicy apples and other fresh fruit. The apples add just enough crunch to balance out the sweet, simple dressing.
Get the recipe: Ensalada de Frutas

Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

Top view of apple blondies drizzled with a glaze on parchment paper. The blondies are cut into squares and topped with chunks of apples. An apple and some cinnamon sticks are placed beside the blondies on a light surface. — Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze. Photo credit: Lauren Fit Foodie.

Apple Blondies are chewy like brownies but taste more like apple muffins with cinnamon. A maple glaze soaks into the top while they cool, keeping every bite extra soft.
Get the recipe: Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

Roasted Caramel Apple Crisp

Close-up of a baked apple dessert topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel sauce. The warm, golden hue of the apple contrasts with the creamy white ice cream and glossy caramel. — Roasted Caramel Apple Crisp. Photo by Living Sweet Moments

Roasting the apples first sets this Roasted Caramel Apple Crisp apart. The fruit caramelizes in the pan before the topping goes on, which makes the whole dessert deeper and sweeter.
Get the recipe: Roasted Caramel Apple Crisp

Apple Cinnamon Bread

A close-up of a loaf of bread, partially sliced, with four visible slices laid on parchment paper. The bread has a golden-brown crust with a soft, moist interior featuring bits of apple and a crumbly texture. The setting is casual, displaying a homemade feel. — Apple Cinnamon Bread. Photo credit: Plant-Based on a Budget.

Every slice of this Apple Cinnamon Bread is loaded with tender apple chunks. The cinnamon makes the whole kitchen smell amazing while it bakes, and it works just as well for breakfast as it does for an afternoon snack.
Get the recipe: Apple Cinnamon Bread

Soft Apple Cookies

Pumpkin cookies drizzled with white icing are stacked on a wooden surface. Two cinnamon sticks and a couple of whole nutmegs are placed around the cookies. — Soft Apple Cookies. Photo by Enzas Quail Hollow Kitchen

These Soft Apple Cookies are basically mini apple cakes topped with icing. The apple pieces keep them super moist, and the warm spices give them that cozy, homemade taste.
Get the recipe: Soft Apple Cookies

Cinnamon Sugar Baked Apple Donuts

A wooden table displays a large white platter with cinnamon sugar-coated donuts, cinnamon sticks, and a halved apple. Additional donuts are on small plates nearby, with a white and blue-trimmed cloth partially visible in the bottom right corner. — Cinnamon Sugar Baked Apple Donuts. Photo by The Forked Spoon

Cinnamon Sugar Baked Apple Donuts stay tender on the inside with a crisp, sugary outside. Real apple pieces add moisture, and you get all the flavor without needing a fryer.
Get the recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Baked Apple Donuts

Apple Cinnamon Rolls With Caramel Frosting

A plate with a serving of apple cinnamon roll featuring chunks of apple and glaze, next to a baking dish holding more rolls. A fork rests on the plate. Two red apples lie beside the dish on a brown cloth. — Apple Cinnamon Rolls With Caramel Frosting. Ohoto by Scarlati Family Kitchen

A thick caramel frosting sets these Apple Cinnamon Rolls apart from regular ones. The apples give the filling some texture, and the frosting drips down into every swirl.
Get the recipe: Apple Cinnamon Rolls With Caramel Frosting

Mini Apple Pies Recipe

Small, golden-brown pies are arranged on a light surface, some stacked with a bite revealing a fruit filling. A blurred blue cloth is in the background, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere. — Mini Apple Pies Recipe. Photo by In the Kitchen

These Mini Apple Pies give you all the buttery crust and spiced filling of a full-size version. Each one bakes up with an extra flaky crust, and everyone at the table gets their own.
Get the recipe: Mini Apple Pies Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling

Close-up of freshly baked cinnamon rolls topped with creamy icing. The rolls display a golden-brown swirl pattern with a glossy finish from the icing. One roll is cut open to reveal its soft, fluffy interior. — Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling. Photo by Cambrea Bakes

Real apple pie filling gets rolled right into these Apple Cinnamon Rolls. The apples turn jammy as they bake, and the cream cheese frosting melts into all the soft layers.
Get the recipe: Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling

Homemade Apple Pie

A slice of apple pie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a white plate. The pie features a golden, flaky crust and visible apple filling. A whole pie and green apples are blurred in the background. — Homemade Apple Pie. Photo by Ask Chef Dennis

A good Homemade Apple Pie needs a flaky crust and a filling that is not too sugary. Mixing sweet and tart apples keeps the flavor balanced and the inside perfectly juicy.
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Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe (6 Ingredients)

A spoonful of apple crisp with nuts and a drizzle of sauce is held above a bowl of vanilla ice cream. The background includes a striped cloth and part of a dessert dish. — Caramel Apple Dump Cake . Photo by The Slow Roasted Italian

Caramel Apple Dump Cake is exactly what it sounds like—just layer everything and bake. The cake mix turns golden and crisp, while the apples and caramel form a gooey layer underneath.
Get the recipe: Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe (6 Ingredients)

German Apple Cake

A slice of apple crumble pie with a golden crumb topping on a white plate. The pie is filled with layered apple slices and has a thick crust. The rest of the pie is visible in the background. — German Apple Cake. Photo by Cheerful Cook

German Apple Cake, or Apfelkuchen, piles thin apple slices over a simple batter. The apples settle in and turn soft as the cake bakes, creating a rustic, fruit-filled top.
Get the recipe: German Apple Cake

Apple Crisp Recipe Without Oats

A bowl of fruit crumble topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, drizzled with a stream of creamy custard. The crumble consists of baked fruit pieces and a crumbly topping. The setting is a close-up on a white tablecloth. — Apple Crisp Recipe Without Oats. Photo by Cooking Gorgeous

This Apple Crisp skips the oats but still delivers a buttery, crunchy topping. The apples bake down until they are soft and sweet under a golden, crumbly crust.
Get the recipe: Apple Crisp Recipe Without Oats