Savory Apple Recipes

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It’s apple season, and we’ve got a list of Savory Apple Recipes to get you excited. From brunch to dinner, here are several delicious dishes that’ll make your taste buds go wild! You’ll love these Easy Apple Recipes!

When the weather turns crisp, everyone and their brother start making pumpkin recipes, but let’s not forget that it’s also apple season! With their crisp tartness, apples are the perfect fruit to make delicious dinners with!

The simple apple recipes below are loaded with sweet, savory flavors!

With so much going on in our lives, time can be scarce. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of delicious savory apple recipes that are easy to make and perfect for busy moms.

These recipes will save you time in the kitchen while still delivering all the autumn flavor your family craves!

Be sure to check out my Easy Fall Recipe Ideas for even more ideas!

What do apples go well with?

Everything!! Ok, not quite, but it sure seems like it. The recipes in this post will help you understand the best spices, fruits, vegetables, and meats to pair with apples. However, I will also share my own opinion.

Apples have a sweet and tart flavor that pairs best with nuttier and spicier flavorings, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts.

They also can add amazing flavor to the milder tastes like: pork, chicken, cottage cheese, lettuce, and cabbage. You can use Apple Pie Spice Blend Recipe in many recipes, too!

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What are the best apples to use for savory dishes?

For savory dishes, the best apples are those that hold their shape when cooked and have a balanced sweet-tart flavor. Here are the top choices:

• Granny Smith –
  Tart, crisp, and holds shape well
  Perfect for pork, salads, and stuffing. Their acidity cuts through rich flavors.
• Honeycrisp –
  Sweet-tart, juicy, and crunchy
  Great in slaws, roasted vegetable medleys, or paired with chicken or sausage.
• Braeburn –
  Balanced sweetness, slightly spicy flavor
  Works well in savory apple chutneys, sheet pan dinners, or roasted with root vegetables.
• Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) –
  Sweet, tart, firm texture
  Ideal for savory galettes, grilled cheese with apple, or fall salads.
• Fuji –
  Very sweet, firm, low acid
  Best when you want subtle sweetness in savory dishes like stir-fries or grain bowls.
• Jonagold –
  Sweet with mild tartness, softens when cooked
  Great for sauces or roasted alongside pork or chicken.

          

 

Should I peel apples before cooking them?

It depends on the dish and your texture preference! Here’s a quick breakdown:

When to Peel Apples:

• Smooth textures needed (like in sauces, soups, or purees)
• Baking in delicate dishes (like tarts, quiches, or galettes)
• Kids or picky eaters may prefer them peeled
• Tough or thick-skinned varieties like Granny Smith or Red Delicious

When You Don’t Have to Peel:

• Roasting or sautéing (skins add texture and color)
• Salads or slaws (peels add crunch and nutrients)
• Stuffing, grain bowls, sheet pans where rustic texture is welcome
• You want to retain nutrients (most are in or just under the peel)

     

 

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Which of these delicious apple recipes are you going to make first?

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