Apple dessert recipes

Nothing beats the crunch of a toffee apple on a crisp autumnal evening, and these taste so much better than shop bought

Make a free-from apple crumble using porridge oats. It's the perfect pud for colder months, served with custard, ice cream or cream

Ready in no time, this simple budget sundae will satisfy any midweek sweet cravings. If you're looking for a pudding you can whip up in a flash, this is it

This comforting autumnal crumble has it all – circles of apple, buttery brown sugar, plump fruit and spice, all baked under a nutty oat topping

Rustle up a classic apple Charlotte for dessert. With a soft centre of caramelised apples and a bread and butter casing, it's delicious with custard or ice cream

Little hands aged from 3-6 can help make these sweet treats, best served with vanilla ice cream

Use up a glut of rhubarb and apples for this simple crumble. Ground ginger adds a nice spice to the topping, but leave it out if you’d prefer

Balance the sharp flavour of apple with the sweetness of caramel and a tangy soft cheese icing to make these toffee-apple-inspired cinnamon buns

Never heard ‘it’s as Nepalese as apple pie’? Try this classic with a twist and you’ll be converted

The miso in this summery tarte tatin provides a touch of umami that complements the caramel and keeps the dessert from being too sweet

An updated version of the original tart tatin apple recipe – it uses ready-rolled pastry, so you don't even need a rolling pin

Bake an unforgettable crumble by giving each element a little TLC and choose the topping ingredients to taste. Serve with hot custard, or chilled fresh cream

A crumble-like base, caramel nut topping and added juicy fruits - sticky toffee pud with a difference

Moist cake topped with a sticky, crunchy topping will keep your guests coming back for more

Kids will love to help make and eat this comforting, classic fruity pudding with homemade shortcrust pastry

These hand-held puds are a great low-fat alternative to apple pie, and are bound to be a big hit with a crowd

Shake things up on Shrove Tuesday with this stunning hybrid dessert. Cut into wedges and serve with a spoonful of whipped cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon

Buttery apple flapjack trifle with crispy nuggets of of sugared and spiced oats - perfect for sharing

Quintessentially British ingredients make up Frances Auger's comforting puds, impressing the judges of Britain's Best Pud

A simple, classic low-fat pudding to use up seasonal Bramleys

Combine fruit pie with apple crumble to get the best of both – a warming dessert that slices neatly and delivers two textures of pastry

Use your favourite eating apples to bake this traditional German apple cake. Enjoy it with afternoon tea or take to a coffee morning

Saucy, spiced and seasonal, this easy all in one apple pudding is comfort in a bowl

This simple version of the traditional dessert uses just five ingredients, with porridge oats for extra crunch