9 Irresistible Ways to Cook with Apples

Apple pie. Apple cake. Apple gallette. Apple stew. Apple sandwiches. Apple crostini. Apple sangria.

Beyond taking a bite of one of these fresh, crisp, sweet fruits, there are too many ways to eat apples to count. And while you might think of apple pie as your first go-to (I sure do!), you’d be surprised to see how many savory ways there are to eat and enjoy them.

Rachael loves these fall fruits as well. “Apple-picking is another autumnal activity I always take a bit too far,” she wrote in the October issue of her magazine.

“We pick enough apples as a family to keep 10 families in applesauce for life. Isaboo, my dog, thinks apple orchards are ball farms: When she makes a good catch she’s excited to find that it’s also juicy and delicious!”

Find where you can pick your own apples, or locate your nearest farmer’s market to buy what’s freshest. Then, try out one of these fantastic recipes. And remember: An apple a day…is delicious!

Apple Pot Pies

Granny Smith apples. Brown sugar. Pie dough. What more could you want in a fall dessert? These pot pies are super-quick to make – but you’ll probably eat them even faster!

Autumn Beef Stew with Apple, Onion and Roasted Garlic

Make this stew during sweater weather for fall-friendly comfort food. Apples and cider get a savory boost from freshly roasted garlic and slow-cooked beef.

Baked Apples

All you need to prepare these beautiful apples is 6 ingredients and about an hour to roast them. Your house will smell wonderfully – try to bake them before guests come over for an extra-festive feel!

Apple, Cheddar and Mushroom Monte Cristos

These BLD (breakfast, lunch or dinner) sammies give an incredible bite when warm, toasty bread and gooey cheese pair with fresh, crisp apples. Slice up a few to serve on the side!

Gluten-Free Apple Cake

This cake is so wonderful, you’ll love it whether you’re currently eating gluten-free or not. Grab fresh, honeycrisp apples for natural sweetness without needing to add extra sugar.

Autumn Apple Salad

Endive, apples, walnuts and pomegranates give this salad such bite and pop! Your own, homemade champagne vinaigrette puts it over the top.

Butternut and Apple Galette

Even though this dish may look like a dessert, it’s actually the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Try it for brunch!

Apple, Cheddar, Bacon Crostini

Crispy apples complement sharp cheddar and bacon in this delightful snack. The onions are also caramelized in the bacon fat for a deep, rich flavor you won’t believe.

Bonus: Get Cozy Sangria

Sangria gets a fall twist with the incorporation of apples, apple brandy, and cranberry juice. Let it steep for a bit for the flavors to really come together!