Make apples the star of your cooking this season
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. And as much as we love the satisfying crunch of an apple as a fresh snack, it’s an incredibly versatile fruit that deserves to star in your cooking too. From simple savoury dishes for weeknights to impressive apple desserts, our best apple recipes transform the everyday apple into a culinary icon. It’s time to get cooking.
Best savoury apple recipes
Spiced chicken & apple bake with crispy sage
A crowd-pleasing chicken and apple traybake designed for sharing. Toss it all together, roast and then watch loved ones scramble for seconds.
Apple pick: Kanzi®
Korean-style apple slaw
This vibrant apple slaw will bring bold flavour to your next barbecue spread. It's the perfect pick for those who love a sweet-heat kick. Serve with barbecued meats, crispy chicken schnitzel or piled high in homemade burgers.
Apple pick: Kanzi®
Scandinavian seared salmon with apple salad
A midweek meal ready in 20 minutes? Say less. This Scandi-style seared salmon pairs perfectly with a fresh and crunchy apple salad.
Apple pick: MiApple®, Jazz™, Kanzi® or Bravo®
Maple-glazed pork with apple & cabbage slaw
Sweet and juicy pork steak glazed in maple syrup with crunchy cabbage and apple slaw. This mouthwatering dinner is ready in just 20 minutes, too.
Apple pick: Pink Lady
Pear, fennel & apple salad
Perfect as a side dish, this refreshing and tangy salad with a lemon, honey and tahini dressing is a breeze to whip up in only 15 minutes.
Apple pick: Jazz™, Kanzi® or MiApple®
Chicken & apple slaw
Add some zing to your meals with this easy apple slaw recipe. Serve with perfectly grilled chicken breast for a weeknight dinner winner.
Apple pick: Royal Gala
How to make apple sauce
Everyone should know how to make an apple sauce. Perfect with proteins like pork and duck, this apple sauce recipe adds pitted dates for extra wow factor.
Apple pick: Royal Gala
Best sweet apple recipes
Apple & raspberry sponge pudding
A nostalgic hug in a bowl. Sink your spoon into a light, airy sponge with juicy raspberries and sweet-tart apples.
Apple pick: Kanzi®
Deep-dish spiced apple pie
A delightful fusion of sweet, tart and aromatic spices, this easy deep-dish apple pie will warm hearts this winter.
Apple pick: Granny Smith
Apple turnovers
Spiced baked apples and whipped vanilla cream in scrumptious puff pastry. Try this apple turnover recipe for a dessert that will melt in your mouth.
Apple pick: Pink Lady
Hasselback apples
Take your dessert game to the next level with Hasselback apples. Every slice catches the buttery cinnamon sugar, pecans and oats for a crunchy, spiced burst of flavour.
Apple pick: Kanzi®
Mini apple pies
Take the classic apple pie and make it mini! Glazed with jam, these individual pies are wonderful served warm or at room temperature.
Apple pick: Pink Lady, Royal Gala or Kids Mini Apples
Apple crumble pie
Combining two much-loved desserts, this sweet and buttery apple crumble pie is not only stunning, but the perfect make-ahead dessert.
Apple pick: Royal Gala
Gluten-free apple cake with caramel sauce
After a fuss-free gluten-free dessert? This apple tea cake recipe includes a decadent drizzling of rich caramel sauce.
Apple pick: Royal Gala
Fluffy pancakes with maple & cinnamon apples
Topped with luscious maple and cinnamon apples, these fluffy pancakes are perfect for a cosy breakfast or brunch.
Apple pick: Fuji, Royal Gala or Envy™
Best apple snacks
Apple & cinnamon bliss balls
Big and little kids will love these bliss balls, made from the goodness of apples, rolled oats, chia seeds, dates, cinnamon and coconut. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Apple pick: Pink Lady
Zucchini & apple muffins
A sweet-savoury twist on apple muffins, these zucchini and apple bites are a great way to disguise veg for picky kids.
Apple pick: Granny Smith
Healthier air-fryer apple chips
Have a go at this healthier apple chips recipe. Just air fry thin slices of apple that have been tossed lightly in cinnamon sugar. Easy and delicious. Best served the same day as making.
Apple pick: Pink Lady
Honey-glazed apple doughnuts
Put an apple-inspired twist on the classic doughnut with these eye-catching beauties. Serve with a cuppa at morning tea or with ice-cream as an after-dinner treat.
Apple pick: Royal Gala
