17 Easy Gluten-Free Apple Recipes for Fall

From tasty pancakes and pies to scrummy muffins and donuts, these gluten-free apple recipes are just what you need to celebrate the flavors of fall.

I’m talking warm spices, buttery crumbles, and sweet-tart apples. Yum!

Whether you’re on the hunt for a show-stopping dessert or just craving something sweet, these recipes are guaranteed to please.

The cupcakes are tender, the pie is fruity, and the pancakes are impossibly fluffy.

Better yet, these gluten-free apple recipes are phenomenally delectable without a hint of wheat, rye, or barley.

So they’re ideal for holidays and parties, where your guests may need an allergen-friendly dessert.

Enjoy!

17 Must-Try Gluten-Free Apple Recipes

1. Gluten-Free Apple Crisp

This gluten-free apple crisp is so much easier to make than an apple pie. And it tastes just as good too!

Gooey on the inside and crispy on top, this dessert is pretty much irresistible. Even the smell of it baking in the oven is drool-worthy.

It’s ideal for holiday dinners when you have a lot of mouths to feed.

2. Gluten-Free Apple Cobbler

Warm yourself up this fall with a big bowl of gluten-free apple cobbler.

The sweet and tender apples practically melt in your mouth. And they have a stunning cinnamon spice you’ll love.

Paired with the biscuit-like topping, it’s too good to miss.

Serve this warm, crispy, and deliciously sweet dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s mouthwateringly good. 

3. Gluten-Free Apple Crumble

Nothing hits the spot quite like homemade desserts – especially when they taste as good as this gluten-free apple crumble. 

Similar to a cobbler, there’s a layer of juicy, sweet, spiced apples on the bottom.

But rather than a biscuit-like topping, you’ll make a tender and buttery crumble.

And just because you’re gluten-free doesn’t mean you have to miss out! Gluten-free flour is here to save the day.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab a spoon and dig into the tart, tender apple filling, warm spices, and buttery, crisp topping.

4. Tender Gluten-Free Apple Cake

This gluten-free apple cake is the perfect sweet treat to have with your afternoon cup of coffee.

The cinnamon-rich sponge is loaded with fork-tender apples, and every bite is delicious and comforting. 

Put your apple harvest to good use and whip up this amazing apple cake. It has a custard-like texture on the inside with a lovely, buttery browned crust.

Serve it warm for the ultimate cozy dessert.

5. Gluten-Free Dutch Apple Pie

Satisfy your apple pie cravings with a slice of this gluten-free Dutch apple pie.

You’ll layer gluten-free pastry crust with sliced apples and cover it all with a thick crumble topping.

The key to this gluten-free pie (and any fruit-filled pie) is egg whites. They’ll seal the crust and keep it from getting soggy when you add the filling.

Start the crust with a quick spin in the oven (blind baking), then brush it with egg whites and bake again for a few minutes to seal it.

How cool is that?

Enjoy it with a decadent scoop of vanilla ice cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon.

6. Gluten-Free Apple Cupcakes

These gluten-free apple cupcakes are the perfect treats to have on the go. They make for a fabulous grab-and-go breakfast or a sweet snack.

They’re made with almond flour, cinnamon, and shredded apple and topped with delicious buttercream icing.

Need I say more?

7. Gluten-Free Apple Muffins

If you love fluffy muffins for breakfast, make sure you whip up a batch of these apple-infused gluten-free muffins.

They’re light, fluffy, and jam-packed with tender sweet apple chunks and warm spices.

The whole family will adore them, so make sure you grab one before they all disappear!

8. Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookies

Forget chocolate chip because these apple pie cookies are the new sweet treat this fall.

Perfect with a hot cup of tea or coffee, they’re sweet, chewy, and deliciously fruity.

And they’re only a hundred calories each!

That’s excellent news for those of you watching your waist.

I promise these gluten-free cookies are just as scrummy – if not more so – than any regular cookie recipe. And they’re practically guilt-free!

9. Healthy Apple Pancakes

There’s no better breakfast than a stack of pancakes. But unfortunately, they’re not the healthiest breakfast treat.

Luckily, these healthy apple pancakes are!

Made with oats, applesauce, and cinnamon, they’re loaded with everything you need to get you through the morning.

10. Apple Cinnamon Gluten-Free Cheesecake

Creamy and loaded with fall flavors, this apple and cinnamon cheesecake is the perfect holiday treat.

And it’s entirely gluten-free!

You’ll top a simple gluten-free crust with a dreamy cream cheese filling. Then, layer cooked apples and sweet apple juice glaze on top.

Serve this decadent cheesecake at your next holiday dinner party, and it’s bound to steal the show!

11. Gluten-Free Apple Fritters

These gluten-free apple fritters are fried to golden brown perfection. Dip them into a simple yet delicious icing glaze, and they’re *chef’s kiss*

They’re packed with fork-tender spiced apples and a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger that’s just unbeatable.

They’re so insanely delicious, there’s no way you’d even know they’re gluten-free.

12. Gluten-Free Apple Cider Donuts

Who doesn’t love donuts? Especially when they’re as delicious as these gluten-free apple cider donuts. 

Soft and fluffy donuts brimming with apple cider flavor, covered in a cinnamon sugar coating? I’ll take a dozen!

Whip up a batch of these donuts for brunch, and they’ll be the star of the show.

13. Gluten-Free Apple Pie Bars

Looking for a sweet treat you can take on the go? These gluten-free apple pie bars are the perfect portable snack.

Chock full of familiar pie flavors, the sweet, soft apple filling pairs wonderfully with the gluten-free crumble and base. 

The textures alone are so unreal. They might even be too good to share!

14. Quick and Easy Gluten-Free Apple Dump Cake

This quick and easy gluten-free apple dump cake only takes 10 minutes to prepare. Then, just whack it in the oven and wait!

It’ll make your house smell like a fall dream come true!

Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream and a light sprinkling of ground cinnamon. Delish!

15. Gluten-Free Applesauce Cake

You don’t need fresh apples to make a fantastic apple cake. Just grab that jar of applesauce and get to baking!

This gluten-free applesauce cake is a breeze to whip up. You only need 10 minutes of prep and a handful of ingredients. 

Top this delectable cake with a vanilla butter frosting for the perfect bite. Yum!

16. Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon French Toast

Put a little fall flair into your breakfast and whip up this gluten-free apple cinnamon French toast.

It’s egg-free and so sweet, you won’t even need maple syrup.

You’ll top pan-toasted gluten-free bread with a crisp apple and cinnamon compote so sinful, you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful.

17. Gluten-Free Apple Crumble Breakfast Parfait

This gluten-free apple crumble breakfast parfait will have you leaping out of bed to gobble it up! It’s that good. 

Made with sweet, caramelized apples, crunchy granola, and creamy Greek yogurt, it’s light but filling enough to keep you going until lunch.

Busy bees can make this amazing breakfast ahead of time. Just keep it in the fridge, ready to gobble up in the busy morning rush.