Home Recipes 30 Different Ways to Eat Apples (Not Just Pie!) by susie foresmanSeptember 14, 2021 Search more like this bakingslow cookerveganapple cidergluten freekitchen blogpeanut buttercrock potgrilled cheeseafter schoolfruit snacksice creamkitchen handbookpork chops Advertisement Trending Now News Disney+’s Prices Are Increasing—Unless You Want to Watch Ads Food & Drink General Mills Is Bringing Back 4 Classic Sugar Cereals That Your Mom Never Let You Eat Viral & Trending Cat Sneaks into Family Car & Joins Their Road Trip, Becomes Instant Celebrity Viral & Trending Weatherman Discovers His Map Is a Touchscreen and His Reaction Is So Pure Celeb & Entertainment Serena Williams Announces Retirement: ‘If I Were a Guy, I Wouldn’t Be Writing This’ Advertisement Apple season is upon us, which means you might find yourself with an abundance of apples. We love the idea of doing some at-home apple science with the kids, but we also love to eat them! So we’ve gathered up a bunch of sweet and savory recipes that make use of fall’s best fruit, from apple pie to chicken salad to apple crisp. Grab a bag of Galas and read on to get this party started. Oh, and don’t forget your apple peeler! Salt & Lavender Apple Slaw We love the idea of adding apples to coleslaw, courtesy of Salt & Lavender. The apple adds a punch of tartness, and the slaw goes great with pork, tacos and sandwiches. Click here to get the recipe. The Gluten Free Gathering Apple and Kale Chicken Salad Chicken salad is one of our favorite easy lunches, and this version from The Gluten Free Gathering is a total winner. It’s got the perfect mix of sweet, savory and crunchy elements, and it’s good for you too! To see the recipe, click here. iStock Apple Chicken Cheddar Galette Good news: Honey and Birch has your new fave dinner recipe. It looks fancy, but it’s super simple, and the kiddos will love that it’s cheesy too. And if you don’t have the time to make your own pie dough? Try store-bought … we won’t tell. The Viet Vegan Apple Chips Give your after-school snack an apple upgrade! These apple chips from The Viet Vegan are a healthy way to fuel up and way better than the store-bought version. Plus, they’re easy to make and will disappear in a blink. Food Banjo Peanut Butter Apple Toast Sometimes the simplest ideas are the tastiest—like this twist on toast from Food Banjo. It’s got peanut butter, a spread of apple slices, and a drizzle of honey that takes things up a notch. Perfect for breakfast or a truly memorable snack. The View from Great Island Baked Breakfast Apples Your breakfast never looked so good! The View from Great Island combines baked apples with oatmeal, and tops it all with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dollop of yogurt! The result is hearty and oh-so-delicious. Honey and Birch Apple Cake Sundae What do you get when you combine apple cake, vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle? You get this delicious recipe from Honey and Birch. The cake is a snap to make, and you can even use store-bought caramel. Kristine’s Kitchen Blog Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies Cookies for breakfast? Yep, you can totally pull it off thanks to this recipe from Kristine’s Kitchen. These little bites are loaded with whole grain oats, apples and cinnamon and make a delicious quick breakfast or healthy snack. A Taste of Madness Apple Cinnamon Sticky Buns Get ready for the easiest, most apple sticky buns ever! A Taste of Madness uses Pillsbury cinnamon rolls, apples and some extra cinnamon goodness to make the most delicious and decadent dish your brunch menu has ever seen. The Merry Thought Apple Sandwiches Here’s a quick and easy snack that kids of all ages will gobble up. Fill ‘em up with peanut butter, granola or whatever else your littles prefer. Perchance to Cook Applesauce Cake How cute is this cake from Perchance to Cook? Get the little ones involved in stirring together the batter and arranging the apple slices on top. An added bonus: it’s gluten free for sensitive tummies and paleo for diet-minded parents. Scrummy Lane Toffee Apple Chocolate Bark Everybody loves chocolate bark, and this version from Scrummy Lane goes above and beyond with dried apples and honeycomb sprinkled on top. It’s not just a great dessert—it also makes an impressive gift! Did we mention it’s easy to make? Garlic My Soul Grilled Cheese with Apple & Jam Take your grilled cheese to the next level by sneaking thinly sliced apples and blueberry jam inside—the little ones will love the salty-sweet combo. Pair it with a bowl of tomato soup for a zero-fuss weeknight meal. Click here to see the full recipe. Timothy Krause via flickr Crock Pot Apple Cider We love how this simple cider recipe from Baker Bettie uses a Crock Pot for extra simplicity—and how it makes the whole house smell like yummy cinnamon, nutmeg and other fun fall spices. Kerry Altiero Roast Chops with Apples, Spuds and Cider Warm up with a hearty combination of seared pork chops, mashed potatoes and kale, all tied together with an apple cider glaze. To grab the recipe, click here. The Cozy Apron Granny Smith’s Thick & Fluffy Apple Flapjacks When boxed pancake mix just won’t cut it, try these impossibly fluffy and spice-filled pancakes. For extra credit, mix up some apple cider syrup to drizzle on top. Hop over to The Cozy Apron to snag the recipe. Stacy Spensley via Flickr Juice Box Applesauce This recipe from one of our favorite food bloggers, Katie Sullivan Morford of Mom’s Kitchen Handbook, is surprisingly simple—you don’t need to peel the apples before cooking (the skin provides added fiber!) and the ingredient list is short and sweet. Find the recipe here. Playful Pantry Apple Stuffin’ Muffins Put that homemade applesauce to good use! These tasty muffins from Chef Jen Carden of Playful Pantry are guaranteed to put a smile on your kiddo’s face. You can rest easy, too, knowing that the treats are chock full of nutrients. Vegan Baking via flickr Apple Turnovers Can you keep a secret about these delicious apple turnovers? They’re a breeze to put together thanks to frozen puff pastry. Check out the full recipe by clicking here. The Viet Vegan Ham, Brie, and Apple Paninis No one can resist a hot ham and cheese sandwich—but why not add a little extra flair by throwing some apple slices into the mix? Eclectic Recipes dreamed this one up, and we can’t wait to try it out for our next family lunch! Whitney via flickr Strawberry Apple Crisp Pair your fresh apples with frozen strawberries for a fun twist on the usual apple crisp. Mini chefs can get involved in hand-mixing the crumble topping and sprinkling it on the fruit. To get the recipe, click here. Moms Who Think Slow Cooker Bacon-Wrapped Barbecue Chicken We can’t resist a good slow cooker recipe, and this yummy chicken dish is no exception. Barbecue sauce, apples and bacon come together to make an awesome dish that the whole family will love. Click here to get the full recipe. My Whole Food Life Apple Pie Fruit Leathers Skip the sugar-laden boxed fruit snacks, and make your own fruit leathers with an applesauce base. They’re the perfect on-the-go treat! Get the full instructions by clicking here. A Simple Pantry Caramel Apple Oatmeal Bites The littles will go crazy for these delicious bites from A Simple Pantry. Stuffed with apples and oats and topped with a mouthwatering caramel glaze, they’ll be gobbled up in minutes. Frugal Mom Eh Apple & Cheese Soup Warm up with a bowl of this soup from Frugal Mom Eh. The tart McIntosh apples make for a perfect contrast with creamy cheese and hearty veggies. Take it a step further, and toss a bit of crumbled bacon sprinkled on top. Bon appétit! Eats Well With Others Johnny Appleseed Bars If you want the essence of fresh apple pie without the struggle of making that impossibly flaky crust, these Johnny Appleseed bars from Eats Well With Others are for you. The moist, delicious cake-pie hybrid will have everybody begging for seconds. My Baking Addiction Slow Cooker Apple Butter Pop some apples, cinnamon and nutmeg in a slow cooker, and by the end of the day, your house will smell heavenly. Even better? You’ll have some tasty apple butter to slather on toast, mix into yogurt or eat by the spoonful. Hop over to My Baking Addiction to get the recipe. The Balanced Berry Apple Pie Granola Whip up a batch of this granola from The Balanced Berry on a Sunday afternoon to make busy weekday mornings a breeze. Serve this crunchy combo of nuts, apples and spices on top of yogurt and head out the door in no time. Baking Beauty Apple Pie Mini Cheesecake Bites These cute cheesecake bites from Baking Beauty come together in no time at all, and they’re sure to be an instant hit with the whole fam. \ Kristine’s Kitchen Blog Spinach Quinoa Salad with Apple Just say yes to salad! This idea from Kristine’s Kitchen Blog includes quinoa, pecans and spinach—but we think it’s the apples that really give it that extra delicious kick. ––Susie Foresman & Abigail MatsumotoFeature photo: Brooke Lark on Unsplash RELATED STORIES:This Genius Kit Has Everything You Need to Study Apple Science This Fall 20 Pumpkin Recipes to Spice Up Your Fall12 Easy Crock Pot Recipes to Try This Fall29 Crock Pot Chicken Recipes for Lazy Nights Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Copy (Opens in new window) Search more like this bakingslow cookerveganapple cidergluten freekitchen blogpeanut buttercrock potgrilled cheeseafter schoolfruit snacksice creamkitchen handbookpork chops Welcome to our Tinybeans family! Be sure to check your email for new activities, recipes and parenting hacks – and to see if you’ve won! 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