Dessert

34 simply delicious apple desserts

Much more than a mere lunchbox snack!
Apple blackberry crunch crumble pie

This gorgeous apple crunch pie with vanilla bean custard uses yolks in the custard and crust.

Much more than a mere lunchbox snack, apples can make a wonderful addition to your desserts, bringing with them a naturally sweet and subtle flavour to your recipes. And whether you love them baked into a pie or folded through your favourite cakes, these tasty treats are sure to inspire. Try our spiced apple stack when you’re looking to impress or serve up a warming apple blueberry pie during the cooler months. Dig in!

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apple + ricotta fritters

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Apple and ricotta fritters

Apple and ricotta fritters

Tossed in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with maple syrup, these dreamy ricotta fritters are a casual yet sophisticated dessert.

baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble

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Baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble

Baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble

The combination of tender baked apples, tart raspberries and a wonderfully crumbly quinoa and almond topping makes this healthy fruit dish perfect for dessert, brunch or a sweet snack.

APPLESTREUSELBREAD & BUTTER PUDDING

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Apple streusel bread and butter pudding

Apple streusel bread and butter pudding

This pudding goes straight to the top of the favorites list when it comes to classic winter warming desserts.

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Apple and passionfruit pie

Apple and passionfruit pie

If fresh passionfruit aren’t in season, you can use passionfruit sauce or pulp from the supermarket.

Apple Bread Pudding

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Apple bread pudding

Apple bread pudding

This humble sweet bread pudding is incredibly satisfying, easy to make and tastes heavenly served warm with a drizzle of fresh cream.

Apple ice-cream

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Apple ice-cream

Apple ice-cream

Enjoy the cool, fruity flavours of fresh apple swirled throughout creamy vanilla custard – absolutely perfect for an afternoon treat.

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Rustic rhubarb and berry pie

Rustic rhubarb and berry pie

On a cold, wintry night, there’s nothing better than sitting down to enjoy a delectable feast with friends or family.

Baked apple sponge

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Baked apple sponge

Baked apple sponge

Light, fluffy, and filled with juicy warm apple pieces, this delicious apple sponge is wonderful served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.

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Apple strudel

Apple strudel

Thin, flaky pastry stuffed with juicy apple and sultana pieces and a delicious sweet crumble is a guaranteed family favourite.

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Tarte tatin

A classic dessert, the combination of sweet, caramelised apples with a sticky sauce and a crumbly, golden pastry is unbeatable. This tarte tatin recipe will leave you coming back for seconds.

Spiced apple cupcakes

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Spiced apple cupcakes

Yummy, delicious gluten-free and dairy-free spiced apple cupcakes perfect for the kids lunchbox and for you with a cup of tea, morning or afternoon.

Blackberry and apple slice

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Blackberry and apple slice

Blackberry and apple slice

A kiwi favourite, this slice is wholesome indulgence.

caramel apple crumble cake

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Caramel apple crumble cake

Caramel apple crumble cake

Golden and crumbly, this dense caramel and apple cake is wonderful with a cuppa for morning tea.

Apple blackberry crunch crumble pie

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Apple crunch pie with vanilla bean custard

Apple crunch pie with vanilla bean custard

Combine two of the most comforting desserts, sweet pie and fruit crumble, to make this indulgent winter warmer to curl up on the couch with. This apple and blackberry crumble pie goes beautifully with a dollop of ice-cream or fresh cream.

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Apple spice muffins

Apple spice muffins

These tasty and easy to prepare apple spice muffins are the perfect pick-me-up! Sweet and delicious, enjoy one with your morning or afternoon cuppa!

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Toffee apple slice

Reminisce on your childhood taste-buds with this delicious toffee apple slice- the perfect dessert or afternoon treat.

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Spiced apple stack with toffee apples

Spiced apple stack with toffee apples

Spice up your next brunch or morning tea with this delightful spiced apple stack cake and sweet toffee apples!

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Caramel apple kisses

Caramel apple kisses

Treat yourself and satisfy your sweet tooth with these decadently sweet caramel and apple kisses.

Hazelnut and apple

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Hazelnut and apple friands

Hazelnut and apple friands

Full of juicy apple pieces and crunchy hazelnuts, these light and fluffy friands are beautiful enjoyed with a mug of coffee for a relaxing afternoon treat.

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Apple and cardamom tart

Apple and cardamom tart

Wonderfully fragrant, the combination of apple and cardamon is a match made in heaven. We’ve paired them together here in this gorgeous tart with a golden pastry and a dollop of fresh cream to create a perfectly balanced dessert.

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Apple and cinnamon hand pies

These delightfully indulgent apple and cinnamon hand pies are the perfect addition to your next brunch or morning tea – simply divine !

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Blueberry apple crumble pie

Blueberry apple crumble pie

Indulge in this delightful blueberry apple crumble pie, perfect for morning or afternoon tea.

Apple pie doughnuts

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Apple pie doughnuts

Apple pie doughnuts

This five-ingredient dessert is so simple and versatile: you can use pear, figs, pineapple rings or stone fruit instead of the apple.

Apple tea cake

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Apple tea cake

Apple tea cake

Cut yourself a large slice of this warm, moist apple cake – delicious served fresh from the oven with a drizzle of cream and a mug of tea.

Rustic apple pie

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Rustic apple pie

Rustic apple pie

This beautiful pie is made with a crumbly golden crust stuffed full of sweet, juicy apples to create this irresistible dessert recipe. Enjoy it warm with a dollop of ice-cream.

APPLE AND MARMALADE Streusel Puddings

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Apple and marmalade streusel puddings

Apple and marmalade streusel puddings

Spoil the family with these tasty little puddings, served with lashings of custard or cream.

Apple and Sour Cream Slice

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Apple and sour cream slice

Apple and sour cream slice

A slice of heaven.

Apple pie

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Apple pie

Apple pie

A delightfully buttery pastry crust encasing warm, cinnamon-stewed apples makes this classic dessert a favourite.

APPLE CRUMBLE

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Apple crumble

Apple crumble

Fill your house with the warm, comforting scent.

Apple cinnamon scrolls

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Apple cinnamon scrolls

Apple cinnamon scrolls

A simply delicious treat.

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Apple and cinnamon crunch cake with cinnamon anglaise

Apple and cinnamon crunch cake with cinnamon anglaise

Pop the kettle on.

Pecan and spiced APPLE PULL-APART

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Pecan and spiced apple pull-apart

Pecan and spiced apple pull-apart

Like a spiced apple pie and warm cinnamon roll combined and finished with a sweet caramel sauce.

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Apple streusel slice

Apple streusel slice

The perfect pairing for a hot cuppa.

apple galette

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Apple galette

Apple galette

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