With the right understanding and prep, youll be tossing apples in everything from breakfast to dinner to dessert.
Just keep a few things in mind so your homemade creations can be as tasty as the store-bought ones.
So if youre in abreakfastmood, mix them into fluffy pancakes or creamy overnight oats.
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For lunch, try tossing them into ahearty salador sheet pan stir-fry, he says.
Bake them into crispy chips or moist muffins if you need a snack.
For dinner, combine them into comforting soup or savory stuffing.
Apples are abundant in the fall, and luckily, so are ideas on how to use them.
To give you a head start, weve rounded up 23 apple recipes that are anything but boring.
Scan the options below; youll be excited to get going in the kitchen.
To make the bisque extra flavorful and comforting, toss in some hearty sweet potatoes and cheddar cheese.
Throw in some cranberries if youre feeling extra festive.
Make a big batch of them and eat them for breakfast when you dont feel like cooking.
Dont think you could get through all of them before they go bad?
Pop the rest in the freezer and warm them up when youre ready to dig in.
Then youre going to want to make this one all the time.
Shred the brussels sprouts in a food processor to make things speedier.
And if you cant find Braeburn apples, sub in any other tart variety like Granny Smith or Jonagolds.
Theyre packed with almonds, pecans, dates, raisins, cinnamon, and dried apple slices.
(you could buy them dehydrated, or make your own.)
The key is the apple puree, made with Granny Smiths, brown sugar, and fall spices.
A dash of cinnamon and vanilla extract adds flavor.
Its perfect for those who love a sweet and savory breakfast menu option.
Pro tip: Scoop in some apple butter for even more fruity flavor.
First, layer some Granny Smiths in a greased pan, pour in your batter, and bake.
Once you flip this dessert over, youll bask in its beauty.
Its the perfect cooking project for when youre in the mood for something seasonal and sweet.
Apple and Goat Cheese SandwichfromSELF
Creamy goat cheese and crunchy apples are an unexpected sandwich filling pairing.
Make these for a quick breakfast, lunch, or snack.
Crisp Apple SaladfromA Couple Cooks
Thinking about hosting a fall-themed dinner party?
Buy some premade candied pecans to save yourself some prep time.
Use firm varieties like Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, or Fuji, since theyll hold their shape.
Baked Apple ChipsfromPickled Plum
This one-ingredient recipe for apple chips is simple to make.
Slice up some Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Pink Lady, or Fuji varieties, and bake them.
Then pack in a reusable container and enjoy on the go for a tasty, easily transportable snack.
Top your fluffy flapjacks with stewed apples cooked until caramelized, giving you a sweet component.
Its pretty much a genius way to use up the bounty of autumn.
