15 Delicious Apple Appetizer Recipes to Try This Season
When autumn rolls around, apples become the shining star of seasonal cooking. Their crisp sweetness and tart bite make them versatile enough to pair with savory cheeses, crunchy nuts, or aromatic spices.
Apple appetizers are especially exciting because they balance light freshness with comforting richness — making them perfect for cozy dinners, holiday gatherings, or even casual snacking.
From elegant to rustic, these apple creations will surprise your taste buds in the best way.
1. Apple & Brie Crostini with Honey Drizzle
A crisp crostini layered with creamy Brie, fresh apple slices, and finished with a drizzle of golden honey. Simple yet elegant.
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices, toasted
- Brie cheese
- Thinly sliced apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- Honey
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions:
- Toast baguette slices until golden.
- Spread Brie over warm crostini.
- Top with apple slices.
- Drizzle with honey and garnish with thyme.
✨ Twist: Swap honey for hot honey if you want a sweet–spicy kick.
2. Caramelized Onion & Apple Flatbread
A warm flatbread topped with caramelized onions, thin apple slices, and gooey cheese for a comforting fall appetizer.
Ingredients:
- Flatbread or naan
- Caramelized onions
- Thinly sliced apples
- Gruyère or mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
Instructions:
- Brush flatbread lightly with olive oil.
- Spread caramelized onions across the surface.
- Layer apple slices and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) until golden and bubbly.
✨ Twist: Add crispy pancetta or prosciutto for a salty-sweet balance.
3. Apple & Cheddar Skewers with Walnut Crumble
Bite-sized skewers of sharp cheddar cubes and apple chunks, rolled in a crunchy walnut topping.
Ingredients:
- Cheddar cheese cubes
- Apple chunks
- Crushed walnuts
- Toothpicks or mini skewers
Instructions:
- Thread cheddar and apple chunks onto skewers.
- Roll lightly in crushed walnuts.
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
✨ Twist: Swap walnuts for candied pecans to add sweetness and crunch.
4. Baked Apple & Goat Cheese Phyllo Cups
Crispy phyllo cups filled with creamy goat cheese and baked apples, topped with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Ingredients:
- Mini phyllo shells
- Diced apples
- Goat cheese
- Cinnamon
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions:
- Fill phyllo shells with goat cheese.
- Spoon in small amounts of diced apples sprinkled with cinnamon.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until golden.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
✨ Twist: Add a touch of honey or fig jam inside the phyllo cup before baking for extra depth.
5. Apple & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Savory mushrooms stuffed with a mixture of sausage, apple, and herbs — hearty, flavorful, and perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients:
- Large button mushrooms, stems removed
- Ground sausage
- Finely diced apples
- Garlic, minced
- Bread crumbs
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Cook sausage, apples, and garlic until browned.
- Mix with bread crumbs and Parmesan.
- Stuff mixture into mushroom caps.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes until golden.
✨ Twist: Use turkey sausage and Granny Smith apples for a lighter, tangy variation.
6. Apple, Prosciutto & Arugula Wraps
A light yet savory bite — crisp apple slices wrapped with salty prosciutto and topped with peppery arugula.
Ingredients:
- Thin apple wedges
- Slices of prosciutto
- Fresh arugula leaves
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Wrap each apple wedge with a slice of prosciutto.
- Tuck a small arugula leaf inside.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil before serving.
✨ Twist: Add a thin slice of Parmesan cheese inside the wrap for an extra savory punch.
7. Warm Apple & Spinach Dip
A creamy baked dip made with apples, spinach, and a blend of cheeses — perfect for sharing with bread or crackers.
Ingredients:
- Fresh spinach, chopped
- Diced apples
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Mozzarella + Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until combined.
- Transfer to a baking dish.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Serve with crackers, pita, or toasted baguette slices.
✨ Twist: Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper for a subtle spicy kick.
8. Apple & Blue Cheese Endive Boats
Elegant appetizer made by filling crisp endive leaves with diced apples, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted pecans.
Ingredients:
- Endive leaves
- Diced apples
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Toasted pecans
- Honey drizzle
Instructions:
- Arrange endive leaves on a platter.
- Fill each with diced apples and blue cheese.
- Sprinkle toasted pecans on top.
- Drizzle lightly with honey before serving.
✨ Twist: Swap honey for balsamic reduction for a deeper, tangier flavor.
9. Apple Cider Glazed Meatballs
Juicy mini meatballs coated in a sticky apple cider glaze, perfect for serving on toothpicks.
Ingredients:
- Ground beef or pork
- Bread crumbs
- Egg
- Apple cider
- Brown sugar
- Dijon mustard
- Garlic
Instructions:
- Mix ground meat, bread crumbs, and egg; roll into small meatballs.
- Bake or pan-fry until golden.
- In a pan, simmer apple cider, brown sugar, Dijon, and garlic until reduced into a glaze.
- Toss meatballs in the glaze and serve hot.
✨ Twist: Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the glaze for a warm fall flavor.
10. Apple Nachos with Caramel Drizzle
A fun, shareable appetizer made with apple slices arranged like nachos, topped with caramel sauce and crunchy extras.
Ingredients:
- Crisp apples, thinly sliced
- Caramel sauce
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed pretzels or granola
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
- Arrange apple slices in layers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle generously with caramel sauce.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips and crushed pretzels.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
✨ Twist: Add a drizzle of peanut butter or almond butter for a sweet–salty flavor boost.
11. Mini Apple & Brie Puff Pastries
Buttery puff pastry bites filled with Brie cheese and apple chunks, baked until golden and melty.
Ingredients:
- Puff pastry sheets, cut into squares
- Brie cheese, cubed
- Diced apples
- Egg wash (for brushing)
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Place a cube of Brie and a spoonful of diced apple in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold corners over and pinch closed.
- Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Drizzle with honey before serving if desired.
✨ Twist: Add a sprinkle of fresh rosemary inside each pastry for an herbal note.
12. Apple & Smoked Salmon Canapés
Crisp apple slices topped with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and dill — refreshing and elegant.
Ingredients:
- Apple slices (thin, round)
- Cream cheese
- Smoked salmon strips
- Fresh dill
- Lemon zest
Instructions:
- Spread cream cheese onto each apple slice.
- Top with smoked salmon and a sprig of dill.
- Sprinkle lightly with lemon zest.
✨ Twist: Swap cream cheese for herbed goat cheese for a tangier bite.
13. Apple & Bacon Deviled Eggs
Classic deviled eggs get a sweet-savory upgrade with diced apple and crispy bacon.
Ingredients:
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Mayonnaise
- Dijon mustard
- Diced apples (very fine)
- Crispy bacon bits
- Paprika
Instructions:
- Halve eggs and remove yolks.
- Mash yolks with mayo and Dijon.
- Stir in diced apples and bacon bits.
- Pipe mixture back into egg whites.
- Sprinkle with paprika.
✨ Twist: Add a touch of maple syrup to the yolk mix for a hint of sweetness.
14. Apple & Herb Cheese Ball Bites
Mini cheese balls rolled in diced apples, nuts, and herbs — a fun, grab-and-go appetizer.
Ingredients:
- Cream cheese
- Shredded cheddar
- Diced apples
- Chopped pecans
- Fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Mix cream cheese and cheddar together, forming small cheese balls.
- Roll each ball in a mix of apples, pecans, and parsley.
- Chill briefly before serving with crackers.
✨ Twist: Add a hint of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cheese mixture for a cozy fall flavor.
15. Savory Apple Galette Bites
Mini rustic galettes filled with apple, caramelized onions, and cheese for a handheld appetizer.
Ingredients:
- Pie crust dough
- Thinly sliced apples
- Caramelized onions
- Gruyère cheese
- Egg wash
Instructions:
- Roll out dough and cut into small circles.
- Layer apples, onions, and cheese in the center.
- Fold edges slightly over filling.
- Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden.
✨ Twist: Add fresh thyme or sage to the filling for an aromatic finish.