These Apple Dessert Recipes Are Healthy, Delicious, and Cozy-Weekend-Approved

Don't let the delicious taste fool you — this fruity crisp is 100-percent vegan. Not only does it have less fat and cholesterol than similar desserts made with butter, but it's also rich in fiber and has a crunchy, raw-sugar-sweetened topping.

Get the recipe: apple pear oatmeal crisp

These healthy muffins have added flavor and protein thanks to a heaping scoop of vanilla protein powder. They can also be made dairy-free and are sweetened with only a touch of honey.

Get the recipe: apple muffins

The diced apples incorporated into this otherwise traditional banana bread add a burst of sweetness with every bite. With only half a cup of sugar per loaf, this bread would be just as tasty for breakfast (with a generous smear of natural peanut butter) as it is for dessert.

Get the recipe: vegan banana apple chunk bread

This chai-spiced apple cake may not look or sound virtuous, but it's much healthier than most. The whole-wheat flour adds fiber, while the fat-free yogurt and cream cheese help lower the fat content of the decadent cream cheese frosting.

Get the recipe: apple cake with cream cheese frosting

If you're looking for a snack you can really sink your teeth into, these crunchy apple chips are sure to satisfy your cravings. They're made with only three simple ingredients and no added sweeteners.

Get the recipe: cinnamon apple chips

It doesn't get much healthier than this gluten-free, coconut-sugar-sweetened apple crisp! The recipe calls for topping this warm, fragrant dessert with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream, and you definitely should.

Get the recipe: gluten-free apple crisp

Granola is not just for breakfast anymore! This crunchy, all-natural treat can be served with milk, yogurt, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Get the recipe: apple pie granola

This tasty dessert only looks difficult to make, but your secret is safe with us. Delicately sliced apples are topped with a cinnamon-sweet streusel topping for a dessert worthy of even the fanciest dinner party.

Get the recipe: hasselback apples

Dessert on the go, anyone? These energy balls are made with only oats, almond butter, honey, dried apples, and harvest-inspired spices for a poppable treat that you can take along anywhere.

Get the recipe: apple chai energy balls

We can almost smell this bread baking! Shredded apples, whole-wheat flour, maple syrup, applesauce, and Fall-flavored spices come together for a sweet treat you'll make again and again.

Get the recipe: easy cinnamon apple bread

No gluten, no refined sugar — just all the Fall flavor! These baked apples are soft in the middle with a crisp topping and can be served with yogurt or ice cream.

Get the recipe: simple baked apples

This homemade fruit leather gets its striped pattern from plain applesauce and cinnamon applesauce. It is best made over the weekend because it does take about six hours to dehydrate in the oven, but it's well worth it.

Get the recipe: applesauce fruit leather

The Instant Pot makes everything easier, including this apple crisp! Imagine digging into the oat- and pecan-based topping on this warm, delicious after-dinner treat.

Get the recipe: Instant Pot apple crisp