Apple [1] season is starting, and even if your kids haven't taken to the oh-so-wonderful raw version of Fall's favorite fruit, we're guaranteeing they'll dive into the following kid-friendly recipes. From apple nachos and pizza to caramel-topped parfaits, cupcakes, and cheesecake bars, these treats all let the humble apple shine!
Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal
Made with toddlers in mind, this cinnamon apple oatmeal [2] uses only rolled oats, milk, water, agave nectar, cinnamon, and, of course, apples!
Source: Simply Baby Food Recipes [3]
Apple Caramel Parfaits
Not only are these apple caramel parfaits [4] from Cinda B. beautiful to look at, but with a mix of apples, cake, caramel sauce, and whipped cream, they're even better to eat!
Source: Cinda B. [5]
Apple Nachos
Apple nachos [6] from Allyson Kramer turn raw apple slices into a decadent treat by topping them with peanut butter, almonds, pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips!
Source: Allyson Kramer [7]
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Caramel apple cupcakes [8] — almond cupcakes with apple cider buttercream, dipped in caramel — from The Baking Robot are a guaranteed hit.
Source: The Baking Robot [9]
Toddler Apple Snack Cake
Once a Month Meals' toddler apple snack cake [10] uses only a few pantry staples and five green or red apples. Plus, you can make this cake in about a half hour!
Source: Once a Month Meals [11]
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
The Girl Who Ate Everything's caramel apple cheesecake bars [12] have a thick crust topped with cheesecake, streusel, and caramel. Delicious!
Source: The Girl Who Ate Everything [13]
Caramel Apple Pizza
We're seriously craving a slice of this caramel apple pizza [14] from Today's Nest. Snickerdoodle cookie dough is topped with a cream cheese mixture and raw apples for a yummy treat.
Source: Today's Nest [15]
Individual Cinnamon Apple Tarts
Watch your kids' eyes grow wide when you place one of Martha Stewart [16]'s beautiful individual cinnamon apple tarts [17] in front of them. An ice cream topper adds to the appeal.
Source: Martha Stewart [18]