Apples are the perfect snack on their own, but when you add them to your favourite desserts, their natural sweetness really shines through. Crisp, juicy and ideal in the cooler months, make the most of Eve’s favourite fruit with this collection of easy and a-peel-ing apple recipes. Think cakes, pies, slices, puddings and crumbles, best served post-dinner or as an afternoon treat.

Apple and hazelnut cake with caramel custard

"You'll need a piping bag and cranked palette knife for this recipe," says Matt Moran.

Danielle Alvarez's instantly-warming apple and butterscotch pudding

Apple and butterscotch pudding

Apples and caramel reunite in a combination that is scrape-your-bowl-clean good.

Toffee apple pies with dulce de leche

Toffee apple pies with dulce de leche and custard

If it's toffee apple pie, it's worth indulging - these ones create wonderful aromas that fill the whole home.

Polish apple tea cake

"This is a simple and extremely delicious cake. The recipe was inspired by my Polish great-aunt, and she made her spectacular apple cakes practically every weekend. My Polish apple cake is filled to the brim with finely chopped apples, and every mouthful is pure wholesome goodness." – Teresa Cutter

Apple and lemon myrtle meringue cake

Autumn's abundance of new apples and lemons make this delectable bake by Tracey Pattison the perfect finisher on a chilly night.

Apple, pecan and maple syrup crumble

"This crunchy, sweet, nutty crumble with soft, juicy apples can be assembled in no time, and is hard to beat! The dollop of creme fraiche finishes it all with a touch of acidity for the perfect balance." – Lucy Nunes