39 Apple Recipes to Make in a 13×9 Pan

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39 Apple Recipes to Make in a 13×9 Pan1/39 Easy Apple Cake 32 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After testing many apple cake recipes with fresh apples, I found this old-fashioned easy apple cake that is moist, dense and down-home delicious. Even better, it’s quick to fix, and when it’s served warm with whipped cream or a dollop of frozen custard, it’s one of my family’s very favorites. —Sherry Ashenfelter, Waterville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 278 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 169mg sodium,

31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein

31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 2/39 Make-Ahead Blintz Casserole 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Blintzes are thin pancakes filled with cheese or fruits. I created an easy casserole version with cheese filling and topped it with apples. —Ann Hillmeyer, Sandia Park, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 512 calories, 32g fat (18g saturated fat), 204mg cholesterol, 456mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. 3/39 Cranberry Cream Cheese French Toast 4 Reviews Test

Either way, it’s divine

Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My friend makes this French toast bake with blueberries, but I make mine with cranberry sauce. Either way, it’s divine. It makes a great brunch dish for Christmas morning. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 375 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 231mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein. 4/39 Butternut Squash Apple Bake 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Creator: Even those who aren’t fans of squash enjoy this side dish

Creator: Even those who aren’t fans of squash enjoy this side dish. Sweet slices of butternut squash are topped with apples covered in a cinnamon-sugar glaze for a quick and easy dinner accompaniment. —Ellie Klopping, Toledo, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 120 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat. 5/39 Herbed Apple-Cranberry Bread Dressing 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Herbed Apple-Cranberry Bread Dressing Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 16 servings (3/4 cup each)

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Not all stuffings are created equal

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Not all stuffings are created equal. My version of the classic side dish features apples for a sweet crunch and cranberries for a little tartness. —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 315 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 620mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. 6/39 Apple Dumplings with Crescent Rolls 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Dumplings with Crescent Rolls Recipe photo by Emily Davis for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received

The soda is definitely the secret ingredient in this rich apple dessert

this recipe for baked apple dumplings with Mountain Dew from a friend of mine, then tweaked it to suit my family’s tastes. The soda is definitely the secret ingredient in this rich apple dessert. —Chris Shields, Monrovia, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 2 dumplings: 414 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 510mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 7/39 Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing 80 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The heartwarming taste of cinnamon

and apples is the perfect accompaniment for these tender pork chops

and apples is the perfect accompaniment for these tender pork chops. The dish is always a winner with my family. Because it calls for only four ingredients, it’s a main course I can serve with little preparation. —Joan Hamilton, Worcester, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 527 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein. 8/39 Autumn Sweet Rolls with Cider Glaze 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Autumn Sweet Rolls with Cider Glaze Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the

min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Recipe Creator: I love cooking with pumpkin because it’s versatile, colorful and nutritious. Combining it with chopped apple and cider gives these glazed rolls their autumn appeal. —Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 306 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 9/39 Butterscotch Apple Cake 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Butterscotch Apple Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family often requests this easy old-fashioned cake for get-togethers—especially in the

—Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point, Texas Nutrition Facts:

fall. —Beth Struble, Bryan, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 513 calories, 27g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (44g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 10/39 Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you have squash or cranberry lovers at the table, here’s your new go-to recipe. It’s colorful, the blend of flavors is delicious and it’s a fitting addition to a Thanksgiving menu. —Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point, Texas Nutrition Facts:

1 each: 270 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 367mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 5g fiber), 2g protein. 11/39 Apple Crumb Bars 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Crumb Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This has been a favorite apple bar recipe of mine for many years. I’ve made these apple crumb bars for parties and for family, and they’re always a hit. —Barbara Pickard, Union Lake, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 174 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol,

94mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein

94mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 12/39 Cookie Crust Deep-Dish Apple Pie 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cookie Crust Deep-Dish Apple Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One of my favorite make-and-take desserts, this deep-dish pie is based on an old Hungarian recipe that’s popular in this part of Ohio. The easy cookie crust is the best part. —Diane Shipley, Mentor, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 357 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 196mg sodium,

49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein

49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 13/39 Sausage and Apple Quinoa Casserole 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sausage and Apple Quinoa Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves the variety this casserole offers. It’s unlike anything else I’ve made. —Brenna Norby, Grand Forks, North Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 443 calories, 29g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 5g fiber), 15g protein. 14/39 Apple Pear Cake 12 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved

For my version, I added some pears from the trees on our acreage

Apple Pear Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my sister Catherine made her apple cake for me, I knew I needed the recipe. For my version, I added some pears from the trees on our acreage. The resulting apple-pear cake is so moist and tastes so good. Now every time I make it, people want my recipe. —Mary Ann Lees, Centreville, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 613 calories, 30g fat (6g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 306mg sodium, 84g carbohydrate (60g sugars, 3g

fiber), 5g protein

fiber), 5g protein. 15/39 Pear and Apple Coffee Cake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pear and Apple Coffee Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The mix of apples, pears and sour cream gives this coffee cake a moist texture. —Debbie Vanni, Libertyville, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 395 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 269mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 16/39 Caramel Apple Crisp 55 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time

1 hour 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

1 hour 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my kids and I make apple crisp, we use all sorts of apples to boost the flavor and texture. Add melted caramels, and you’ve got something scrumptious. —Michelle Brooks, Clarkston, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 564 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 94g carbohydrate (59g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. 17/39 Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars 76 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 3 dozen Go

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