22 Sweet Vegan Apple Recipes to Try

I think apples are one of those ingredients that just make everything feel a little more like home. When they’re in season, I buy way too many, and that means finding simple, sweet ways to use them up.

Whether they’re baked into a warm dessert, stirred into oatmeal, or blended into a smoothie, they add a natural sweetness that’s hard to beat. These recipes are my favorite ways to turn a bag of apples into something special without much effort.

Here are 22 sweet vegan apple recipes that are as comforting as they are easy to make.

1. Classic Vegan Apple Crisp

Sliced apples tossed with cinnamon and a touch of maple syrup, topped with a simple oat, flour, and coconut oil crumble. Baked until bubbly. I serve it with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 290
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 52g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 6g

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2. Easy Applesauce (No Sugar Added)

Just apples, a little water, and cinnamon simmered until soft, then mashed. I make a big batch and keep it in the fridge for snacks or baking.

Nutrition per serving (½ cup):

1. Calories: 60
2. Protein: 0g
3. Carbs: 16g
4. Fat: 0g
5. Fiber: 3g

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3. Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

A cozy breakfast of rolled oats mixed with diced apple, cinnamon, and plant milk, baked until set. It’s perfect for meal prep.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 240
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 45g
4. Fat: 5g
5. Fiber: 7g

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4. Apple Pie Smoothie

A thick smoothie made with apple slices, a date, oats, cinnamon, and almond milk. It tastes like pie in a glass.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 210
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 48g
4. Fat: 3g
5. Fiber: 8g

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5. Skillet Cinnamon Apple Pancakes

Small, fluffy pancakes with grated apple and cinnamon cooked right into the batter. I make them in a big skillet for a family breakfast.

Nutrition per serving (3 pancakes):

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 52g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 6g

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6. Apple & Peanut Butter Sandwiches

A simple snack. Thin apple slices spread with peanut butter and sandwiched together. Sometimes I add a few vegan chocolate chips.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 5g
3. Carbs: 22g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 5g

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7. Caramel Apple Dip

A creamy, sweet dip made from blended dates, almond butter, and a pinch of salt. I serve it with apple slices for dipping.

Nutrition per serving (2 tbsp dip):

1. Calories: 110
2. Protein: 2g
3. Carbs: 18g
4. Fat: 4g
5. Fiber: 3g

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8. Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Easy one-bowl muffins with grated apple, cinnamon, and a crunchy oat topping. They’re my favorite for lunch boxes.

Nutrition per serving (1 muffin):

1. Calories: 190
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 32g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 3g

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9. Warm Apple Compote

Chopped apples cooked down with a little water, maple syrup, and raisins until soft and syrupy. I love it on top of oatmeal or vegan yogurt.

Nutrition per serving (½ cup):

1. Calories: 120
2. Protein: 0g
3. Carbs: 30g
4. Fat: 0g
5. Fiber: 4g

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10. Apple Spice Loaf Cake

A moist, dense loaf cake flavored with apple sauce, chopped apple, and warm spices like nutmeg and cloves.

Nutrition per slice:

1. Calories: 220
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 40g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 3g

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11. Apple Berry Crumble Bars

A pressed oat crust and crumble topping with a layer of sliced apples and mixed berries in between. They’re easy to slice and share.

Nutrition per bar:

1. Calories: 210
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 4g

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12. Cinnamon Apple Chips

Thin apple slices baked at a low temperature until crisp. A sprinkle of cinnamon is all they need.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 50
2. Protein: 0g
3. Carbs: 13g
4. Fat: 0g
5. Fiber: 2g

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13. Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Rolled oats soaked overnight in almond milk with grated apple, chia seeds, and pumpkin pie spice. Breakfast is ready when you are.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 8g
3. Carbs: 52g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 12g

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14. Baked Stuffed Apples

Apples cored and filled with a mix of oats, nuts, raisins, and maple syrup, then baked until tender. They’re like individual desserts.

Nutrition per serving (1 apple):

1. Calories: 230
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 48g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 8g

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15. Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, sweet rolls with a swirl of apple-cinnamon filling and a simple powdered sugar glaze. A special weekend treat.

Nutrition per roll:

1. Calories: 270
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 48g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 3g

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16. Apple Pie Parfaits

Layers of vanilla vegan yogurt, spiced apple compote, and granola in a glass. It looks fancy but takes minutes to assemble.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 250
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 45g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 6g

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17. Apple & Carrot Muffins

A healthy combo of grated apple and carrot in a spiced muffin sweetened with maple syrup. They’re moist and good for you.

Nutrition per serving (1 muffin):

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 32g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 4g

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18. Simple Apple Galette

A rustic, free-form tart with thinly sliced apples arranged on a simple pie crust and folded up at the edges. Easier than a pie.

Nutrition per slice:

1. Calories: 240
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 38g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 4g

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19. Apple “Cookies”

Sliced apples rounds topped with a smear of nut butter, shredded coconut, and dark chocolate chips. A fun, no-bake snack.

Nutrition per serving (2 “cookies”):

1. Calories: 160
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 20g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 5g

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20. Mulled Apple Cider

Apple juice or cider warmed with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. It makes the whole house smell amazing.

Nutrition per serving (1 cup):

1. Calories: 120
2. Protein: 0g
3. Carbs: 30g
4. Fat: 0g
5. Fiber: 0g

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21. Apple Cinnamon Rice Pudding

A creamy rice pudding made with coconut milk, leftover rice, and diced apples cooked until soft. It’s comforting and sweet.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 45g
4. Fat: 11g
5. Fiber: 3g

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22. Fried Cinnamon Apples

A quick stovetop treat. Apple slices cooked in vegan butter with brown sugar and cinnamon until tender and caramelized. I put them on everything.

Nutrition per serving (½ cup):

1. Calories: 150
2. Protein: 0g
3. Carbs: 25g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 3g

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