Delicious Apple Desserts for Fall and Beyond, from Muffins to Cakes

Nothing is more appropriate for ushering in the first cool breeze of autumn than fresh home-baked apple desserts. Apples, steeped in tradition for use in both old and new recipes alike, lend a natural sweetness when mixed with spices and flavors of each season. From warm, comforting apple pies to delicate tarts, these fancy desserts rise above the ordinary and lend something special to any occasion they are a part of.

For example, if it's a family gathering or you simply need some warm oven cakes and desserts after a long day, this set of recipes will surely inspire you. Moreover, you could give these baked desserts an extra boost with seasonal apples in their prime, each with its distinct flavor profile. Most desserts that are perfect for fall would also work throughout the year. The combination of rich scents like cinnamon, nutmeg, or even brown sugar combined with apples in the oven is sure to make any day special and infuse warmth into your home kitchen. So, whether you are a proficient or a novice baker, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to become one of your favorite delectables.

Here are three of the best desserts to eat that are perfect for the fall and are an ideal marriage between unabashed indulgence and autumn’s freshest flavors.

Apple Streusel Muffins:

Ingredients:

• 300 gm all-purpose flour
• 150 gm sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 250 ml buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 120 gm unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 100 gm brown sugar
• 50 gm oats (for topping)

Method:

1. First and foremost, you need to preheat the oven to 180°C and line a muffin tin with parchment paper liners.
2. Then, you have to take a bowl and mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
3. After this, you need to take another bowl and make sure to whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter together.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and ensure they mix properly. Then fold the diced apples into the resultant mixture.
5. Now, please spoon the batter into the muffin cups.
6. Once done, you need to take a small bowl and mix the brown sugar and oats, then sprinkle it on top of the muffins.
7. Bake until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
8. Let the muffins cool before you can serve and enjoy.

Spiced Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting:

Ingredients:

• 300 gm all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 250 gm sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 200 ml vegetable oil
• 150 ml whole milk
• 300 gm apples (peeled, cored, and grated)
• 200 gm cream cheese
• 100 gm unsalted butter (softened)
• 150 gm powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method:

1. First, you have to preheat the oven to 175°C. Then, make sure you are greasing a cake tin and keeping it aside for later use.
2. Once done, take a bowl and whisk the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg together.
3. Then, in another bowl, make sure to beat the eggs and sugar until they form a light mixture, to which you should add the oil and milk.
4. After this, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold in the grated apples.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake. You can check the doneness of the dish by inserting a toothpick at the center and making sure it comes out clean.
6. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth mixture.
7. Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting over the top and serve.

Apple Turnovers:

Ingredients:

• 500 gm puff pastry (pre-made)
• 400 gm apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 80 gm sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Method:

1. You need to first preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Then, you have to take a saucepan and cook the apples, with the sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch until the apples soften and the mixture thickens.
3. Once done, you can roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares.
4. Now, please place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each square.
5. After this, fold the pastry over to form triangles and seal the edges with a fork.
6. Then, brush the tops with the beaten egg mixture and place them on the baking sheet.
7. Bake until the turnovers are golden and puffy.
8. Let them cool down completely before you serve them to family and friends.