Bought Too Many Apples? These Apple Recipes Can Help (2024)

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One must-do that makes our fall weekend list year after year: Going apple picking. But we alway bring home more (way more) than we need. Thus, this list: several dozen of our favorite apple recipes, from sweet to savory, that help us get through our haul no matter how big it is. Apple desserts are great of course, but we've found plenty of ways to use them, from sweeting an appetizer, to roasting alongside sausage and onions, to lightly grilled, wrapped in prosciutto, and turned into a decadent hors d'oeuvre.

Enjoy!

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1

Honey-Apple Baked Brie with Fried Sage

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This elegant apple appetizer is a sure-fire way to treat your holiday guests. There's nothing like a warm, gooey baked brie and crackers for making guests feel special—and no one needs to know just how easy it is to throw together.

Get the recipe for Honey-Apple Baked Brie with Fried Sage.

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2

Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake

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Like a giant cider donut, this sweet cake is dangerously delicious. There's nothing like a fresh apple cider donut dipped into a hot cup of coffee, usually bought right after apple-picking, while paying for your newfound haul. We took all those flavors and turned them into the ultimate sideboard treat.

Get the recipe for Apple Cider Donut Bundt Cake.

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3

Brown Butter Apple Pie

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Brown butter pairs with a mix of baking apples in this double-crust dish to evoke a nostalgic, caramel apple-like flavor.

Get the recipe for Brown Butter Apple Pie.

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4

Honey-Roasted Applesauce

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This apple sauce recipe is simple, but offers two smart ways to add flavor. Honey helps both to sweeten the applesauce, but also draws out the natural sugars and flavors in the apples as they cook. And browned butter gives the applesauce a deep, caramel richness that can't be beat.

Get the recipe for Honey-Roasted Applesauce.

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5

Caramel Apple Turnovers

These apple turnovers make a great dessert—or a decadent day-starter. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra sweet treat!

Get the recipe for Caramel Apple Turnovers.

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Crispy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Citrus-Maple Vinaigrette

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This healthy apple and Brussels sprouts salad is packed with delicious and good-for-you ingredients! It's topped with a sweet and citrusy dressing for extra flavor.

Get the recipe for Crispy Brussels Sprouts Salad with Citrus-Maple Vinaigrette.

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7

Nancy Fuller's Double-Crust Apple-Cheddar Pie

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If you haven't had tried putting extra sharp Cheddar into your apple pie before, then you may want to get on this ASAP. It'll change your ideas on what apple pie can be.

Get the recipe for Double-Crust Apple-Cheddar Pie.

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8

Cranberry-Apple Hand Pies

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This fruity apple and cranberry dessert is the easiest pie you can make this holiday season.

Get the recipe for Cranberry-Apple Hand Pies.

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9

Woodchuck Warmer Apple Cider co*cktail

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This hot apple co*cktail gets its name from an old nickname for Vermonters—where they really take their apples seriously.

Get the recipe for Woodchuck Warmer Apple Cider co*cktail.

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Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples

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This quick and easy sausage dinner gets its flavor from fresh Pink Lady apples and a big splash of apple cider.

Get the recipe for Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples.

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11

Pie-Spiced Apple Fritters

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Use your trusty Dutch oven to fry these fritters. Think of these fritters as an easier—and maybe even sweeter—version of apple pie.

Get the recipe for Pie-Spiced Apple Fritters.

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Grilled Apples with Prosciutto and Honey

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We've got the perfect apple appetizer for your fall dinner parties and holiday gatherings! This easy snack makes the most of fresh fall flavors.

Get the recipe for Grilled Apples with Prosciutto and Honey.

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13

Cast Iron Apple Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip

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Use Golden Delicious or Gala apples in this delightfully fresh and fruity dessert.

Get the recipe for Cast Iron Apple Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip.

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14

Composed Waldorf Salad

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Here we've compose this fall salad with organized sections to keep purple grapes, romaine hearts, apples, celery, and walnuts in their own corners. It's a dream for any picky eaters who happen to be joining you for Thanksgiving dinner, and it's just downright delicious. Win-win!

Get the recipe for Composed Waldorf Salad.

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15

Apple-Cinnamon Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Frosting

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Let this apple-cinnamon cake take center stage the next time you have guests over for dinner. The candied pecans on top add a nice, sweet crunch.

Get the recipe for Apple-Cinnamon Layer Cake with Salted Caramel Frosting.

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16

Skillet Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples

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Brown sugar and roasted apples bring sweetness to this savory chicken skillet dish.

Get the recipe for Skillet Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples.

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17

Maple-Apple Tarte Tatin

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This sweet dessert is a stunning step up from your standard apple pie. Make Sunday suppers and fall dinner parties better with this caramelized apple treat!

Get the recipe for Maple-Apple Tarte Tatin.

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18

Sausage and Apple Pies

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This savory dinner dish is as easy as, well, pie! Filled with apples, sausage, and a combination of herbs, these autumn pot pies are sure to hit the spot!

Get the recipe for Sausage and Apple Pies.

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19

Apple Cider Mimosa

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Step into the season with this spin on brunch.

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20

Apple-Cheddar Waffle Panini

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Sandwiches made with waffles yield sweet and savory results. Add this to the menu for your next weekend brunch!

Get the recipe for Apple-Cheddar Waffle Panini.

Bought Too Many Apples? These Apple Recipes Can Help (2024)

FAQs

What to make if you have too many apples? ›

Apple Recipes
  • Applesauce. Homemade apple sauce is so much better than what you find in the jar. ...
  • Apple Butter. Contrary to what some think, there is no butter in apple butter. ...
  • Poached Apples. ...
  • Apple Pie. ...
  • Apple Muffins. ...
  • Apple Cake. ...
  • Caramel Apples. ...
  • Apple Stuffing.
Aug 29, 2022

What to do with 40 lbs of apples? ›

If you have a serious surplus of apples we especially recommend applesauce and apple butter, which can be preserved through canning or freezing. You can also simply roast apples and freeze them for use later.

What to do with a bunch of apples that are about to go bad? ›

Recipes for Bruised Apples
  1. 1 / 19. Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars. ...
  2. 2 / 19. Apple Delight. ...
  3. 3 / 19. Apple Fritter Cake. ...
  4. 4 / 19. Applesauce Muffins. ...
  5. 5 / 19. Brown Sugar Apple Pan Dowdy. ...
  6. 6 / 19. Mini Apple Pies. ...
  7. 7 / 19. Glazed Apple Fritters. ...
  8. 8 / 19. Apple Cinnamon Toaster Strudels.
Sep 20, 2023

What can I do with overripe apples? ›

A LITTLE APPLE
  1. ADD TO YOUR NEXT SALAD.
  2. SHRED INTO GRANOLA OR MUESLI.
  3. TOP YOUR PIZZA.
  4. WHIP UP SOME APPLE SOUP.
  5. BAKE AN APPLE PIE OR PIES.
  6. CHURN OUT APPLESAUCE.
  7. COOK UP APPLE CHUTNEY.
  8. MAKE APPLE CHIPS.
Oct 25, 2021

What happens if I eat 3 apples in one day? ›

There is a medical explanation for why the most common of all fruits can make such a big impact. For starters, three apples will add 15 grams of dietary fiber to your diet. Research of apple nutrition facts from Tufts University say that alone will reduce your calorie consumption by ten percent.

What happens if you eat 3 apples in a row? ›

Eating too many apples can lead to digestive upset due to the fruit sugar, or fructose, content of this fruit.

What to do with 20lbs of apples? ›

Since we're often asked what you can do with your 20-pound box of Michigan apples when you get home, here are some suggestions:
  1. Make Applesauce. ...
  2. Dry Some Apple Slices. ...
  3. Whip Up Some Apple Butter. ...
  4. Bake an Apple Pie. ...
  5. Make Homemade Apple Juice. ...
  6. Bake Apple Crisp. ...
  7. Dip Your Apples in Caramel. ...
  8. Add Apple Slices to a Charcuterie Board.
Oct 8, 2023

Can I freeze apples? ›

Sweeter apples such as Fujis or Galas are more likely to hold their flavor than tart varieties, but any apple will do fine in the freezer for six to nine months. Perhaps more important to keep in mind, though, is that freezing an apple does alter the texture, leaving the flesh spongier than that of a fresh apple.

How many apples is 1lb of apples? ›

The answer: The average apple weighs 0.33 pounds, so there are on average 3 apples in a pound.

Do apples go bad in fridge? ›

"They can last six to eight weeks stored in a refrigerator," says Wortz. Scheck notes that if your room temperature is on the warm side, the refrigerator is ideal for storing apples for any amount of time. The countertop is an option for shorter storage; apples can last one to two weeks there.

Do apples go bad out of the fridge? ›

At room temperature, apples will last about 5 to 7 days.

Beyond that, they begin to degrade in quality and nutritional content. They begin to lose their flavor and freshness and either shrivel or get mushy.

Can I use old apples for baking? ›

In Baking – We wouldn't use mealy apples for something like apple pie, but they can make a great addition to muffins, scones, and pancakes. 5. Dried Apples – Thin slices of apples can be baked or microwaved into crispy chips, while thicker chunks could be dehydrated slowly in the oven and used in our winter baking.

Can you cook under ripe apples? ›

If you don't have that many windfalls, so you're using the underripe ones, they can be treated like crab apples, and made into jelly (though I'd use a jam thermometer unlike that recipe), which is delicious with cold meats/cheese.

What is a mealy apple? ›

When apples sit around in cold storage for a while, they start to break down and go from crisp to soft, a characteristic otherwise known as mealy. Biting into a mealy apple is so disappointing. You don't have to get rid of soft apples, though.

What happens when you eat 20 apples a day? ›

Because apples are high in fiber, eating a lot of apples can lead to unpleasant side effects, particularly if you are not used to eating them in high quantities. According to U.C. Davis Department of Nutrition, increasing fiber too quickly can cause bloating, gas or diarrhea.

How many apples is too many to eat in a day? ›

Going above 70 grams is considered going overboard. Though for that one needs to eat 15 apples, it's important to keep in mind the other sources of fibre in your daily diet. So, if you are having a healthy diet with more than two apples a day, it can lead to some serious digestive troubles.

What happens if you eat 2 apples a day? ›

Eating two apples a day is good for heart health. You can eat any kind of apple, as long as you eat the peel. Apple peels contain many antioxidants that help fight cancer. Researchers suggest that it is best to get antioxidants from fruits and vegetables rather than from dietary supplements.

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