15 Apple Recipes to Make Your Holidays as Cozy as a Sweater

There’s no better way to embrace the holiday season than with apples in every dish! These 15 recipes will make your kitchen smell like a warm, cozy paradise. Think of them as your holiday sweater—familiar, comforting, and impossible to resist.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples

Cinnamon apple slices on a white plate. — Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Air fryer apples are the perfect quick treat! They cook in just a few minutes and taste even better than the oven-baked version. You’ll love how easy and delicious they are!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples

Double-Crust Honey Crisp Apple Pie

This Double-Crust Honeycrisp Apple Pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion! With its sweet and tart apples wrapped in a buttery, flaky crust, it’s sure to be the star of your table. It’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Apple Galette

Think of the Apple Galette as a pie’s cooler, laid-back cousin. Packed with sweet apples and wrapped in a buttery, flaky crust, it’s a treat that’s both simple and spectacular. And the best part? It’s super easy to whip up!
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Apple French Toast Casserole

Piece of French toast casserole on a plate with a dusting of powdered sugar and a pitcher of syrup. — Apple French Toast Casserole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Take a bite of this warm, fluffy Apple French Toast Casserole, drizzled with maple syrup, and you'll know it’s a keeper. This dish is a holiday game-changer—one taste, and it’s destined to become a tradition year after year!
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Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

A slice of apple cinnamon coffee cake on a plate. — Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Apple Upside Down Cake is the perfect mix of sweet and sticky, with apples drenched in brown sugar and butter, all topped with a golden cake batter. The caramelized apples on top? Simply mouthwatering!
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Instant Pot Apple Cider

A cup of apple cider with cinnamon sticks and apples. — Instant Pot Apple Cider. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Get your house smelling like fall with this Instant Pot apple cider! Packed with spices and a rich, comforting flavor, it’s the perfect drink to sip on when you want something warm and cozy.
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Cinnamon Oatmeal Baked Apples

Apple stuffed with oatmeal and topped with whole 30 whipped cream on a white plate with maple syrup on it and more apples in a pan behind them. — Cinnamon Oatmeal Baked Apples. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

These vegan baked apples are a warm, cinnamon-spiced treat! Filled with a sweet oatmeal filling, they’re the perfect healthy dessert or snack.
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Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble

A bowl of crumble with oats and pecans with a spoon. — Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Say hello to fall with a cozy bowl of Apple Cranberry Pecan Crumble! Packed with juicy apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans, it’s the ultimate fall dessert.
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Apple Danish with Crumble Topping

Four squares of pastry with icing on a wooden cutting board. — Apple Danish with Crumble Topping. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Start your day (or end it!) with an Apple Danish with Crumble Topping. Sweet apples, buttery pastry, and a crunchy finish make this a must-try!
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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie

A piece of cake on a blue plate with a fork. — Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownie. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Brownies are the fall treat you’ve been waiting for! Sweet, creamy, and just the right amount of indulgent—what’s not to love?
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Apple Puff Pancake

A cast iron skillet filled with a baked dish of sliced apples and a golden brown crust. — Apple Puff Pancake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Start your day the right way with an Apple Puff Pancake! Light, fluffy, and filled with tender apple slices, this breakfast is both comforting and delicious. A dusting of powdered sugar makes it the perfect morning treat!
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

An apple cake baked in a cast iron skillet, cut into slices. — Apple Cake with Cinnamon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Apple Cinnamon Cake is the definition of cozy comfort! Topped with fresh apple slices and baked in a skillet, it’s as charming as it is delicious. Perfect for any fall gathering or quiet afternoon!
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Apple Cranberry Galette

Fall’s finest flavors come together in this rustic dessert. A buttery, flaky crust holds sweet apples and tart cranberries, giving you all the joy of pie—without the fuss of a dish!
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Galette

Apple Cream Scones

A slice of an Apple Scones on a white plate and a cup of tea. — Apple Cream Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Irish Apple Cream Scones are a treat for any time of day. Buttery, tender, and so simple to make, they’re perfect for a quick breakfast or an indulgent afternoon snack!
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Baked Sweet Potatoes With Apples & Cranberries

A spoonful of sweet potato slices with apples and cranberries in a white dish. — Baked Sweet Potatoes With Apples & Cranberries. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Give your holiday spread a flavorful upgrade with baked sweet potato slices, complemented by sweet apples and tangy cranberries. A healthy, simple side that everyone will love!
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