Apple Recipes For Presidents’ Day Weekend

Apples first came to North America with the colonists, and their place in American history is a long one. George Washington’s favorite heirloom apple was the “Newton Pippin.” As apples are still available at farmers markets, celebrate this Presidents’ Day Weekend with these family-friendly apple recipes.

Baked Apples
Serve these baked apples as an easy side dish or as a dessert that the whole family will love. (via foodnetwork.com)
Apple Pie
For a traditional American treat, look no further than apple pie! (via nytimes.com)
French Apple Tart
Or for a traditional French desert, try this apple tart recipe from Ina Garten. (via foodnetwork.com)
Roasted Apples
Whether you choose to add these apples to yogurt, oatmeal, as a side dish to your main course, or eat them plain with a scoop of ice cream on top, they're sure to be a hit with the whole family. (Via notwithoutsalt.com)
Apple Sauce
Follow this homemade applesauce recipe for a delicious stand-alone treat or an addition to baked goods, sauces, and main courses. (Via thepioneerwoman.com)
Apple Crisp
This sheet pan apple crisp is perfect for entertaining a crowd over Presidents' Day weekend. (Via foodnetwork.com)
Apple Butter
Use your slow cooker for this easy, elegant topping for breads, muffins, or main courses. (Via mybakingaddict.com)
Apple Fritters
For a family cooking project, round up the kids and make these traditional apple fritters. (Via thepioneerwoman.com)
Apple Sandwich
For a simple, healthy, and sugar free snack, breakfast, or dessert, try these apple sandwiches.(Via williams-sonoma.com)
Chunky Apple Muffins
Try these can’t-resist muffins for a breakfast treat. (Via marthastewart.com)
Apple Strudel
Use store-bought phyllo dough for this dessert layered with apples, raisins, and cinnamon. (Via marthastewart.com)

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