Apple and Cranberry Lattice Image by: Jeff Coulson Author: Jennifer Bartoli and The Canadian Living Test Kithen
Take advantage of the abundance of apples at harvest time by trying some of our best apple dessert recipes. From Classic Apple Pie to delicious Apple Fritters, we have the best apple recipes to help you enjoy the best of the season.
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12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Sticky Caramel Apple Buns
Ooey, gooey caramel buns give plain old cinnamon rolls a serious run for their money. A bit of whole wheat flour lends a hint of wholesomeness to these otherwisenutterly indulgent treats. They are delicious any time and best served warm.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple and Cranberry Lattice Pie
A fluted lattice top is all you need to transform a bubbly, fruit-filled pie into a bakery-worthy treat. Its filling combines the best of the season with a mix of apples and fresh cranberries.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple Cheese Danishes
Family and friends will be amazed at how impressive these treats look and taste. (How easy they are to make can be your secret.) Look for pressed cottage cheese in the dairy case of the grocery store. Use 10% cheese for its rich and creamy taste. This is not the place for low-fat cheese – you won't get the desired creamy texture.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple Fritters
These scrumptious treats are a must during apple season. But who are we kidding? They're a welcome indulgence any time of year – especially during the holidays. These fritters are best served warm, so gather everyone in the kitchen to enjoy them as soon as they're ready.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple Cheddar Quick Bread
The combination of sweet-tart apples and salty Cheddar cheese is a match made in heaven. The grated and diced apples in this moist quick bread are key to the bursting apple flavour and tender texture.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Rustic Apple Cake
There is just enough batter to hold the apples together in this French-style apple cake. Use any baking apple you like; just make sure it can hold its shape when baked.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Honey-Caramel Apple Bundt Cake
Be sure to use in-season apples that are firm, sweet and somewhat tart. The cake alone is dairy-free. If you're making this for a kosher meal or for someone with a dairy intolerance, drizzle the cake with warmed honey rather than the honey caramel sauce.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Warm Spiced Apple Galettes With Whiskey Caramel
These individual galettes are spiced with the warm winter flavours of cinnamon and allspice. For a spectacular restaurant-style finish, serve each one surrounded by a drizzle of sauce on the plate and finish with a dollop of whipped cream.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple Spice Cupcakes
A cinnamon-infused cream cheese icing graces the tops of these ultramoist cupcakes. The mix of apples and fragrant spices makes them an ideal harvest dessert.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple Crisp Tartlets
Enjoy all the pleasures of crumble-topped apple pie in a delightful hand-held size. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an even more indulgent dessert.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Apple Cranberry Muffins
Adding fresh apples to this muffin batter is a nice way to incorporate fruit in a baked treat. Dried cranberries add a touch of tartness, but you can use raisins or any other dried fruit.
12 delicious ways to enjoy apple-picking season
Classic Apple Pie
When leaves begin to change colour in the fall, it's a reminder that freshly picked apples are in abundance. Serve a slice of this classic treat topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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