50 of My Favorite Apple Pie Dessert Recipes That Are Perfect For Fall
My idea of fall is the sweet smell of apple pie, fresh from the oven! It’s apple pie baking season, here are the 50 best apple pie desserts you need to bake.
Relish the flavor of fall with the coziest spiced apple pie desserts. These rich apple pie desserts are the perfect addition to your holiday table. The BEST recipes I’ve ever had or made!! ★★★★★
I think there’s no better way to celebrate autumn than with a baking list that includes all the apple pie dessert treats I can find.
And now: the TOP apple pie dessert recipes to try!
I rounded up my favorite apple pie dessert recipes–from Apple Pie Bars to my Lazy ‘Topless’ Apple Pie and more!
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Classic Latticed Apple Pie
I mean, this is THE best apple pie EVER!! I made it last Thanksgiving, and it was big hit with my family. I love this classic recipe. My family loved it!!
Easy Apple Pie
Looking for THE easy apple pie recipe? I guarantee you’ve found yours here! This is hands down my favorite easy apple pie recipe! It has a tender, flaky crust–and apple filling with cinnamon and nutmeg. Yum!
Salted Caramel Apple Pie
Talk about delicious! When I first tried Salted Caramel Apple Pie, I loved it! The rich caramel perfectly complements the tartness of the apples.
Apple Pie with Cheddar Crust
I was skeptical at first, but Apple Cheddar Pie turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The sharp cheddar in the crust added a savory note that I never knew I needed in my apple pie. It’s like a cheese plate and dessert all in one!
Apple Slab Pie
Need apple pie for a party, in the South they call it “Slab Pie”. Apple slab pie is a delicious way to serve apple pie to a crowd. It’s every bit as delicious as traditional apple pie, but it’s made for party people.
Deep Dish Apple Pie
This deep dish apple pie recipe is easier than it looks! I love it with hard sauce or ice cream–or with both! Because why not?
Bourbon Caramel Apple Pie
It was 90 degrees yesterday–but I didn’t care. I wanted Fall in my kitchen so I baked an Apple pie, topped it with vanilla ice cream–and sipped on a bourbon martini. SO good!!
Swirl Apple Pie
This is a basic apple pie with very thinly sliced apples layered upright, to create a swirl pattern. Genius!
Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie
Cinnamon rolls and apple pie? Yes please! This amazing apple pie dessert is perfect for Thanksgiving or just to enjoy with dinner anytime of year.
Peanut Butter Apple Pie
As a peanut butter lover, I couldn’t resist trying this unique variation. It reminds me of my childhood favorite – apples with peanut butter – but in a more sophisticated form.
Apple Cranberry Pie
The first time I tasted Apple Cranberry Pie, I was amazed by how well the tart cranberries complemented the sweet apples. It may became my go-to fall pie!
Skillet Apple Pie
This three-layer, cast iron apple pie is a Southern favorite! I love the appeal of baking it in a cast iron skillet.
Apple Hand Pies
Is there anything better than a handy pie on-the-go? I didn’t think so. I love them so much, I’m not just relegating them to Thanksgiving dessert.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Pie
You had me at “caramel”, and then again at “zpple”, aaand “cheesecake”!
Churro Apple Pie Bowls
Churro Apple Pie Bowls are the perfect way to eat an apple pie with a hint of that amazing churro flavor!
Puff Pastry Apple Pie
This apple pie with puff pastry is made with buttery store bought puff pastry and filled with an easy and delicious apple pie filling!
No Bake Apple Pie
No-Bake Apple Pie has all the flavors of an apple pie, but it is made with a graham cracker crust and you don’t even need to turn on your oven!
My Lazy Apple Pie
Try my ‘topless’ (open-faced) apple pie dessert recipe. When peeling and rolling is a pain I use canned filling–and store-bought pie shell. That’s it! I top it with whipped cream after it’s cooled. I don’t even miss the top crust.
Lazy Recipe: Pour 2 cans (21 oz. each) of Duncan Hines canned apple pie filling into a store-bought pie crust. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden. Cool for 2 hours. Top with whipped cream before serving.
Apple-Pumpkin Pecan Pie
I don’t wanna choose between apple pie, pumpkin pie, or pecan pie. I can get ’em all with this 3-in-1 apple pie dessert recipe features the best of them all in one slice!
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Apple Piecaken
Apple pie stuffed inside a yellow cake is nothing short of magical. How’s THAT for bakin’?
Apple-Berry Twist Pie
This gorgeous and easy Apple-Berry Twist Pie has a perfectly balanced combination of apples and berries.
Sour Cream Apple Pie
Oh my, this Sour Cream Apple PIe dessert is really good–and easy to make!.
Amish Apple Fry Pie
Pie crust wrapped around apple filling then fried and glazed. I don’t think I need to explain why Amish Apple Fry Pies are so popular.
Chocolate Apple Pie
I was blown away by how well chocolate complements apples. It was like a caramel apple and chocolate bar in pie form–delicious!
Apple Schnitz Pie
In Pennsylvania, Apple Schnitz Pie is a common Amish church pie. Schnitz is slices of dried fruit. Apple Schnitz means sliced dried apples.
Apples aren’t native to North America. Apple pie originated in England circa 1390 and was influenced by Dutch, French, and Ottoman cuisine.
Old Fashioned English Apple Pie
I remember tasting my first English apple pie–I realized it was not what I expected. British style apple pie doesn’t add any cinnamon and spice.
Dutch Apple Pie
It’s no secret that I love streusel topping. I was blown away the first time I tried this Dutch Apple Pie recipe. I enjoyed every crumbly bite!
French Apple Pie
This French Apple Pie (“Apple Financier Tart”) has layers of financier batter and a chunky apple filling. It features a honey glazed top. This recipe is an American version.
Romanian Apple Pie
Romania was once part of the Ottoman Empire. You don’t need many ingredients to make this apple pie. Since you need to grate the apples, I would choose a firm variety.
German Apple Pie
I love this recipe SO much! It’s one of the easiest apple pies I’ve ever made.
Apple Streusel Pie
Sometimes I want a more elevated, indulgent pie with a little added decadence. I don’t recommend a store-bought pie shell–they’re typically less flavorful than homemade.
Swedish Apple Pie
This crustless dessert is the perfect no-fuss apple pie for the beginner baker! I don’t even miss the crust.
Irish Apple Amber Pie
Unlike an American apple pie, traditional Irish Apple Amber Pie is an open-faced pie with more of an applesauce filling and topped with toasted meringue.
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Apple Crumble Pie
Desserts with a crumble topping are my favorite. I could eat crunchy crumble by itself! A crumble topping complements apple pie dessert perfectly. I know you’ll LOVE what it adds to this recipe.
Pies and tarts have crusts (pies often have a top crust). Cobblers have a biscuit topping. Crumbles have a streusel topping. And crisps have a streusel topping with oats. All are baked and have a filling.
Apple Pie Cobbler, Crisp, Crumble, Betty, Buckle …
Apple cobblers, crisps, crumbles, betties, buckles–they’re all are variations of apple pie. They’re quicker and easier to make than pie–and just as delicious!
Apple Pie Cobbler
You can’t beat the classic flavors of apple pie with this easy cobbler.
Apple Pie Crisp
This Apple Crisp pie features cozy fall spices. An oatmeal crumb topping adds a crunchy texture to the apple pie filling. I enjoy adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream to my apple pie desserts!
Apple Pie Crumble
Apple Crumble is my favorite apple pie inspired dessert! I add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice to make it an Apple Pie Crumble.
Apple Pie Betty
Apple Pie Betty is crustless. You can adjust the sweetness by adjusting the streusel.
Apple Pie Buckle
Apple Pie Buckle is an old-fashioned dessert recipe. Just add apple pie spices to this recipe to make it perfect for your Thanksgiving dinner. I always start by making the crumb topping first.
Apple Tarts
Tarts have a bottom crust that’s open at the top. Pies have a bottom and top crust.
Apple Pie Tart
I love how easy this cozy Apple Pie dessert tart is to bake.
French Apple Tart (Tarte Normande)
The French Apple Tart uses heavy cream and Calvados, two staples of Normandy cuisine. If you add cinnamon, allspice, and nutmet to make this French Apple Pie Tart, I won’t tell. The apples are arranged in an elegant spiral pattern.
Caramel Apple Tartlets
I love apples and caramel. The combo is definitely greater than the sum of it’s parts. I think these individual-sized apple tartlets are just perfect for serving at parties!
Easy Apple Galette
A galette is a rustic, freeform tart that originated in France. It’s baked without a pie pan or tart ring.
Apple Pie Dessert Ideas
I love apple pie so much, I’m not relegating this dessert to just pie form…
Apple Pie Bars
These apple pie bars are rich and delicious – just like apple pie! They’re perfect for any gathering…I always come home with an empty pan.
Apple Pie Cheesecake
I LOVE a dessert mash-up, especially when it involves apple pie!
Apple Pie Cookies
Believe the hype. I made this for the first time for a dinner party I had last week – mostly because I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I mean, they didn’t disappoint.
Apple Pie Ice Cream
Apple Pie Ice Cream is the perfect way to enjoy apple pie in ice cream form. Cinnamon, apples and crunchy graham crackers all in an apple pie based dessert.
Apple Pie Cake
Craving cake and pie? I’ve got you covered with this apple pie dessert recipe mashup.
Apple Pie Bread Pudding
Are you ready for the ultimate Apple Pie Bread Pudding? I sure am!!
No-Bake Apple Pie Parfaits
This is how I enjoy apple pie without the work (and heat!).
Apple Pie S’mores
This easy apple pie dessert recipe with the cozy campfire feel of s’mores. Apple Pie S’mores are my new autumn favorite!
Apple Pie Twists
These Apple Pie Twists are crispy, flaky, and full of warm apple pie filling. They’re like a cross between a pastry, apple pie, and a cinnamon twist – and they’re totally socially acceptable for breakfast or as a dessert!
Apple Pie Jell-O Shots
I know you’ll LOVE these apple pie shots as much as I do!
Apple Pie Pancakes
I mean, who doesn’t love pancakes topped with leftover Thanksgiving apple pie filling? I microwave apple pie filling and add a scoop of ice cream for a decadent breakfast treat.
Apple Pie Bread
I have to admit that I definitely enjoy fruity breads. And I know your family will like this Cinnamon Apple Pie Bread.
Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins
As you all may know, I’m obsessed with crumble desserts! This recipe also features cinnamon and yogurt. They’re the best apple crumb muffins I’ve ever had.
Apple Pie Pudding
I think you and your family will enjoy this easy and delicious apple pie pudding dessert. It’ll make a great addition to your next holiday meal!
Upside Down Apple Pie Pastry
Baked with the apples on the bottom, then inverted to serve. This creates a caramelized top layer of apples.
Apple Pie Cupcakes
Apple Pie cupcakes are so easy to make! I mean, you might just skip Apple Pie this Thanksgiving!