Anna Olson’s Best Apple Desserts Recipes

Pumpkins may be one of the trendiest fall flavours, but apples continue to be our number one pick when it comes to sweets. They’re certainly a go-to for Anna Olson, who has a slew of delectable recipes involving the versatile fruit. Here are a few of our favourites, from riffs on the traditional apple pie to simple apple crisp.

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Caramel Apple Jalousie

This pretty French dessert looks fancy schmancy, but it’s actually super simple to make thanks to the pre-made puff pastry base. Filled with apples, toffee bits and cinnamon, this offering is awesome on its own or topped with French vanilla ice cream.

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Blue Ribbon Apple Pie

This apple pie will be sure to win you the “blue ribbon” at the next apple pie contest. With six cups of Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples, this stacked dessert is sure to please.

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Apple Pie Blondies

These squares are a great way to indulge that craving for apple pie without stressing over pastry. A brown sugar blondie base is topped with diced apples and finished with a tasty oat crumble.

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Easy Apple Fritter Doughnuts

Like apples? Like doughnuts? Then you’ll love these easy apple fritters, covered in icing sugar.

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Baked Apple Crème Brûlée

Impress your guests with this deceptively simple twist on crème brûlée. Sweet, creamy custard is topped with a layer of sugar and caramelized to golden-brown perfection.

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Apple Tarte Tatin

When flipped, this classic French apple tart reveals gorgeously glossy caramelized apples sitting atop perfectly golden puff pastry.

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French Apple Charlotte

You’ll want to get your hands on some tart and sweet Granny Smith apples for this elegant treat that uses egg bread as a crust.

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Apple Cinnamon Galettes

These individual galettes filled with sweet apples and cinnamon are great for entertaining. Serve with a selection of toppings like whipped cream, caramel, or berry coulis.

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Flourless Shortbread with Apple Pie Preserves

This recipe swaps plain white flour for brown rice flour, giving it a nuttier taste and making it gluten-free! Chopped dates and grated cheddar cheese are also added to the batter for a sweet and savoury flavour combination. Serve with zesty apple pie preserves.

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