Crisp air, cozy sweaters and that unmistakable scent of apples simmering with cinnamon—it’s officially apple season!
Whether you’ve just returned from the orchard with an overflowing basket or you’re simply craving a warm, home-baked dessert, apples are the ingredient that make fall feel like fall. From soups and savory roasts to cakes and crisps, there are endless ways to bring their sweet-tart flavor to the table, and the right bakeware makes it all the more effortless.
Here are a few of our favorite ways to bake (and cook) with apples this season.
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A bowl of autumn comfort.
Sweet apples and earthy squash blend into a velvety, golden soup topped with buttery, homemade croutons. Simmer it slowly in a Dutch oven for even heat and rich flavor.
Juicy, tender pork meets the tang of cider and the aroma of fresh sage.
Roast it alongside caramelized apples and sweet potatoes on a nonstick sheet pan, the secret to that perfectly crisp edge and easy cleanup.
A brunch-worthy showpiece.
Layers of tender cake, cinnamon-spiced apple slices and a buttery crumb topping come together in perfect swirl form. A nonstick springform pan ensures every layer releases flawlessly.
A lighter twist on the classic apple crisp.
Toasted graham crackers and granola form a crunchy, golden topping that gives way to bubbling, spiced apples underneath. Bake it in a baking dish for the perfect crisp-to-tender ratio.
The best part of a cinnamon roll? Every single bite.
This oversized, pull-apart cake is packed with gooey apple filling, warm spices and a drizzle of cream-cheese icing. A round cake pan makes for a golden crust and easy release.
Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside and kissed with honey.
These wholesome scones feature nutty spelt flour and diced apples for a naturally sweet morning treat.
The secret to juicy, flavorful chicken? An apple-cider brine that locks in moisture and adds subtle sweetness.
Roast until golden on a sturdy roasting pan or enameled braiser for caramelized perfection and effortless serving.
All the flavor of a cider doughnut, no deep fryer needed.
This bundt-style cake is tender, spiced and coated in cinnamon-sugar goodness that begs for a hot cup of coffee. Bake it in a Nordic Ware Bundt Pan for a beautiful, even finish.
A slice of fall perfection.
Soft, fragrant and studded with bits of fresh apple, this cake’s glossy glaze and golden crumb make it as beautiful as it is comforting. A bundt pan gives it that bakery-quality shape with ease.
Delicate, shell-shaped cakes infused with apple cider and fall spices. Light, buttery and ideal for serving with afternoon tea.
A madeleine pan creates those signature ridges for café-worthy presentation.
Sweet meets savory in this modern twist on a timeless classic.
A sharp cheddar crust adds a subtle tang that perfectly complements the warm, spiced apple filling. Bake it to golden perfection in a pie dish and watch it disappear.
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From crisps to cakes, bake your orchard haul into something extraordinary with our Bakeware Collection.
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