Recipes

Pulled Pork Apple Sandwich

We’re reviving classic sandwiches with crunchy, flavorful New York apple slices. Top juicy pulled pork with zesty coleslaw and crunchy apple slices for a cookout favorite that’s sure to please.

New York Apple Protein Smoothie

Try this quick and easy smoothie if you’re short on time but need a tasty and nutritious snack.

Mediterranean Empire Appetizer Paired with a Botanical Hard Cider

A crisp Empire apple, salty feta, and fresh mint create an irresistible bite when paired with a complex botanical hard cider!

Apple, Pork, and Red Onion Skewers

Get your grill on! For a convenient and delicious meal or snack, stack New York apples with zesty red onions and marinated pork. You can also prepare these skewers on a grill pan.

Apple-Maple French Toast

A deliciously decadent breakfast that has all of the flavors you crave. Great for brunch too.

Homemade Apple Pie

Recipe provided by Jennet Mae Jones of Albany, NY, finalist of the 2018 New York Apple Association’s Apple Recipe Contest.

Scary New York Apple Witches Teeth

Apples, Sausage, Onion, and Leek Casserole

A versatile and tasty casserole – great for dinner or brunch!

Drunk Apple and Salami Skewers with Barrel-Aged Hard Cider

Sweet McIntosh apples, dark rum salami, and Gruyere create a symphony of flavors that hit all the right notes when paired with the refreshingly bold taste of NY barrel-aged hard cider.

Autumn Sausage, Veggie and Apple Sheet-pan Dinner

If you’ve never made a sheet-pan dinner, prepare for a mealtime revolution. Sheet-pan dinners are so easy and low-hassle, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try one sooner. Simply toss your chopped ingredients with olive oil and seasonings, spread on a baking sheet, and roast! In this hearty, healthy meal, roasted NY apples lend a punch of sweetness to smoked turkey sausage and winter vegetables. Best of all? You only have one pan to clean!

Apple Pie Cupcakes

These cupcakes pack a delicious filling made with fresh New York state apples into easy, tasty cupcakes. Top these cupcakes with easy homemade frosting and watch them disappear!

Apple Cinnamon Fro-Yo Waffle

Create your own frozen yogurt treat using homemade Apple Cinnamon frozen yogurt and your favorite waffles.

Vegan Apple Curry with Chickpeas and Lentils

Robust flavors and full of spice, and so simple to make!

Savory Roasted Apples

Roasting intensifies the flavor of fruits and vegetables. Try this savory combination as a side dish with your favorite meat or over pasta or couscous for a vegetarian treat.

Apple Lettuce Wraps with Fruited Hard Cider

RubyFrost® apple lettuce wraps deliver a powerhouse packed with flavor and a monster crunch. Wash it down with a crisp, satisfying NY fruited hard cider.

Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Adding applesauce to this oatmeal cookie recipe adds flavor and sweetness.

Sage and Sausage Stuffed Baked Apples

If you’re breaking with tradition during the holidays, you might want to try these tasty sausage-stuffed apples for an amazing alternative – they have all the fall flavors you love.

Tarte Tatin

Tarte Tatin was invented at the Hotel Tatin in France during the 1880s, but this dreamy dessert has since spread around the world. New York apple halves are cooked in butter and sugar until an amber caramel forms, then topped with a round of puff pastry and baked. After baking, the tart is inverted to reveal perfectly tender, caramelized apples.

Moroccan Spiced Beef with Apples

Bring the warm and complex flavors of Morocco home with this unexpectedly tantalizing dish. The rich flavors pair well with couscous or rice.

Brussels Sprouts, Squash, and Apple Stew with Chicken

This harvest-inspired dish has so many tantalizing flavors – savory chicken, crunchy apples, butternut squash, toasted pecans and more!

Roasted Pumpkin and Apple with Maple Syrup

Caramelized pumpkin and apple balanced with a touch of flaked sea salt and maple syrup is just heavenly.

Curried Shrimp Salad with New York State Apples & Dried Cherries

Sweet and savory summer salad using New York State apples.

Tasty Appletizer Skewers with Rosé Hard Cider

Sweet and tangy McIntosh apple skewers are pure bliss—especially when paired with a crisp, fruity Rosé hard cider!

New York Apple Chicken Sausage Patties

These simple chicken sausages are a healthy alternative to traditional sausages, and have great taste and nutrition boosts from NY apples. These fun-to-eat patties are a savory hit the whole family can get behind.

New York Apple Slaw with Sweet and Sour Cider Dressing

This sweet and sour salad is a fan-favorite for picnics and sandwiches.

New York Apple-cado Salad

New York Apples and fresh avocados make this salad delicious and nutrient-rich.

Honey-Dijon Chicken and Apples

The distinct flavors of Dijon mustard and sweet Cortland apples are the stars of this chicken dish.

Apple Peanut Butter Cookies

Applesauce makes these delightful cookies super moist.

Apple and Squash Pasta with Brown Butter

This simple pasta dish is a glorious combination of creamy, salty, sweet, and savory.

Bacon Cheddar Apple Dip

This tasty dip won’t last long on the hors d’oeuvres table. Pairs nicely with buttery crackers.

Savory Pork and Apple Stew

A sweet and savory blend of pork and apples. Comfort in a bowl.

Red Delicious, Manchego & Fig Appetizers with Barrel-Aged Hard Cider

Hearty Red Delicious, nutty Manchego cheese, and fig on seeded crackers check all the boxes when paired with a cold NY barrel-aged heritage hard cider.

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with New York Cider & Apple-Filled Cornbread Dumplings

Recipe provided by Veronica Callaghan of Hudson, New York, Winner of the 2018 New York Apple Association’s Apple Recipe Contest.

Apple and Chicken Pot Pie

Nothing says down-home-taste better than a buttery, flaky pot pie filled with herb-infused chicken and sweet apples.

Maple Peanut Soba with Tofu and Apples

This dish literally defines umami – sweet, salty, savory, and crunchy – bite after bite.

Grilled Salmon with Apple Salsa

Fresh and bright flavors and textures mix and mingle in this summertime favorite.

Applesauce Date Bars

These sweet and crunchy bars are delicious served with your favorite tea.

Empire Apple and Spicy Cheddar Lettuce Boats

Imagine the taste of diced jalapeno and cheddar and the sweet and tart flavor of a New York-grown Empire apple. This appetizer perfectly pairs sweetness, spiciness, and earthy notes with a tangier finish. These make a tasty vegetarian option for any charcuterie board.

Apple Tart

A mouthwatering apple tart recipe courtesy of Chef Kate Schlenker at Newbury Park Pastries in Rochester, NY.

Chocolate Hummus

This sweet riff on classically savory hummus makes for a protein-packed spread that’s great for guilt-free snacking. Earthy and mildly sweet, we like it with Crispin and Gala apples.

Farro Apple Salad

Farro is an ancient grain with nutty flavor and satisfying chew, and it cooks in about 15-20 minutes. It pairs fabulously here with crunchy New York apple pieces, baby kale, pecans, and dried cranberries.

Chai-Spiced Apple Cider

You’ll love this soul-satisfying drink with its bold, warm flavors. It’s perfect for a cozy night near the fireplace.

Pumpkin Apple Cider Smoothie

If you were to describe fall flavors with a smoothie, this would be it. Perfectly sweet with a touch of cinnamon.

East Indian Lamb Chops with Curry, Apples and Raisin Sauce

So many amazing flavors and textures in every delicious bite.

Apple and Sausage Stuffed Butternut Squash

This dish is bursting with flavor, from the warm spices of the sausage to the bright and mellow flavors of the apple and roasted squash, it’s a real crowd-pleaser.

Apple, Papaya, and Carrot Salad

This is the ultimate fresh and crunchy salad made with raw apple, shredded carrots, and fresh papaya lightly tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing.

Pork Chops with Apple Cider Cream Sauce

Deliciously tender pork chops braised in apple cider and topped with apple slices. This is the quintessential fall dish.

Apple Goodness Grain Bowl

This robust and hearty grain bowl is filled with deliciously healthy ingredients and an addictive cinnamon-maple dressing – make extra!

Roasted Duck with Apples and Wine

Simple to prepare but looks like it’s fit for royalty. The fruit compote paired with the buttery wine sauce creates a rich and complex flavor profile. Your guests will be impressed.

The Perfect Bite Appetizers with Hopped Hard Cider

When the moon hits your eye with this delightful Fuji apple and Parmesan appetizer, you’ll be happy you paired it with a sparkling NY hopped cider.