As the leaves turn brilliant shades of red and gold and a chill fills the air, October welcomes us with autumn, inspiring us with cozy sweaters, hayrides, and, most importantly, fresh produce like crunchy walnuts and delicious, juicy apples. October is National Apple Month, and we’ve gathered a list of mouthwatering apple and walnut recipes.
Walnuts and apples are a delicious produce power-pairing and make a perfect addition to many of your fall meals and desserts. The best part? Walnuts and apples add necessary nutrients to your diet. One ounce of walnuts offers essential nutrients for optimal health, such as omega-3 ALA (2.5g/oz), 4 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber, and 45 milligrams of magnesium. Apples are a source of the antioxidant vitamin C, which can help support your immune system. And, one medium apple has 4.8mg of fiber and 9.2mg of Vitamin C. You know what they say, “An apple a day…”
Now, let’s dive into some flavorful apple-walnut recipes that will spice up your fall season!
Our California Walnut Apple Pie is sure to be a family favorite this October! With the rich pastry crust that blankets California walnuts and chunky apples, everyone will be asking for more than one slice! Pro tip: Top your pie with walnut cream to add some dairy-free creaminess.
With only eight ingredients and just five minutes of your time, you’ll have a tasty tuna salad that goes perfectly on bread for a sandwich or on crunchy crackers for a quick and easy lunch or snack! The California walnuts, juicy apples, and delightful dried cranberries make this Tuna Salad Sandwich with Apples and Walnuts one you’ll crave on more than one occasion!
If you’re looking for a quick but scrumptious meal for lunch or dinner, our Walnut Apple Panini will do just the trick. With savory brie, crunchy walnuts, and sweet apples, you won’t be able to resist another bite!
No matter the occasion, our Caramel Apple Pie Bars will add some fall flavor to your day. Their gooey caramel filling, baked walnut crust, and satisfying crumble on top will keep everyone’s mouths watering. And no need to fret: This dessert is vegan and gluten-free, so it is a favorite that can be shared with everyone!
Our Kale Farro Salad with Creamy Apple Cider Walnut Vinaigrette offers a celebration of autumn with a creamy, tangy vinaigrette over fresh kale, chewy farro, and nutty toasted walnuts that perfectly balance the sweet and acidic flavors. Slices of red apple and fennel add the perfect refreshing crunch.
Welcome autumn with our Apple Walnut Hand Pies. These scrumptious desserts will fill your kitchen with the scent of fall, thanks to the fresh apples, walnuts, and dried cranberries. To make this dessert even better, cook the hand pies in the air fryer to create a crisp and flaky treat that is perfect for any fall celebration.
We hope these apple and walnut recipes add a little bit of flavor to your fall season! And, for more fall cooking inspiration, check out these additional recipes! Don’t forget: Be sure to properly store your produce like apples and walnuts by keeping them cold! We recommend keeping them in the cheese drawer of your refrigerator for optimal freshness.
