From sweet treats to baking gadgets, these delightful apple gifts are perfect for your fall-loving friend.
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14 Apple-Inspired Gifts to Give This Fall
Updated on Oct. 04, 2024
Do you like apples? More importantly, do you know someone who likes apples? If so, you’ve come to the right place, as this guide is about this classic, timeless fruit. From caramel apple-making kits to candles made to smell like fresh orchards, this guide is bountiful and full of apple-themed gifts for that apple lover in your life (even if that’s you). So, we ask again: do you like apples? How do you like them apples?
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Orchard Picnic Candle
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Apple Orchard Sign
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Apple Pie Chai
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Candy Apple Red KitchenAid Stand Mixer
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Apple Cookie Cutter
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Gourmet Caramel Apple
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Apple Pie Baked in a Paper Bag
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Apple Necklace
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Nordic Ware Apple Slice Cake Pan
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Apple Cutout Cookies
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Hand Pie Molds
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Apple Peeler
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Apple: Recipes from the Orchard
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Orchard Picnic Candle
Nothing screams fall quite like a trip to the orchard. This delightful Homesick candle warms your home with comforting apple scents long after that last sip of cider. Cozy up to notes of crisp apple, autumn leaves, cool air, cinnamon bark, dandelions, pear, vanilla, cedarwood and tonka bean. By the way, these are the best spots to go apple picking in every state.
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Apple Orchard Sign
Welcome the changing seasons with some fresh fall decor. This beautiful “Pick Your Own Apples” sign is a fun addition to your kitchen, dining area or living room. Choose between five different sign sizes to fit your space.
Apple Pie Chai
From the first sip to the last, apple lovers will enjoy indulging in Republic of Tea’s Apple Pie Chai. This delicious blend combines the flavors of rooibos, apple, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg and cloves. It tastes like fall in a mug!
Candy Apple Red KitchenAid Stand Mixer
The ultimate gift for bakers and apple lovers alike, this stunning KitchenAid stand mixer is a must-have appliance. We love its generous 6-quart capacity, variety of speeds and all-around powerful performance. Plus, who wouldn’t love its brilliant Candy Apple Red coloring? These KitchenAid attachments make a great gift, too.
Apple Cookie Cutter
Apple gifts don’t have to be expensive. This sweet cookie cutter costs less than $6, and it’s a heartfelt addition to a box of Apple Peanut Butter Cookies.
Gourmet Caramel Apple
Trust us—this is the best caramel apple you will ever eat. Amy’s Gourmet Apples uses only top-notch ingredients (like jumbo Granny Smith apples, homemade caramel and Belgian chocolate) for their creations, and you can taste the difference. Dig in to this giant Snickers apple that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Apple Pie Baked in a Paper Bag
Flaky crust? Yep. Old-fashioned flavor? You got it. Heaps of apples? Check! This Elegant Farmer apple pie checks off all of our boxes—and then some! You need to try it for yourself to understand why it’s been repeatedly named the “best apple pie in America.”
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Apple Necklace
This subtle necklace is a great way to show that you’re ready for fall. Add a personalized touch by including up to three initial leaves.
Nordic Ware Apple Slice Cake Pan
Whip up the cutest apple muffins on the planet with the help of this Nordic Ware apple pan. Each well details one of five apple designs and creates a treat that’s the perfect size for snacking!
Apple Cutout Cookies
If your apple-loving pal lives far away, mail them a sweet surprise. This cookie gift set from Cheryl’s features apple- and PB&J-inspired cutout cookies wrapped in a retro milk carton.
Hand Pie Molds
If hand pies are on your fall baking bucket list, these too-cute molds from Williams Sonoma will make the shaping process easier. Simply load them with pie crust, add your favorite filling, then crimp closed. Each set includes an apple, pumpkin and acorn shape.
Apple Peeler
There’s one task we don’t relish after a day at the orchard: peeling! Luckily, this all-in-one tool makes the job a little easier. A suction base keeps this apple peeler in place, while a crank-operated handle makes peeling and coring a breeze.
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Apple: Recipes from the Orchard
Any apple lover will enjoy flipping through the eye-catching pages of this apple cookbook by James Rich. Find a variety of fruity recipes inside, including a summery apple salad, slow-roasted pork belly with pickled apple and the ultimate apple crumble.
Caramel Apple-Making Kit
This handy caramel apple kit includes six birchwood sticks, caramel, peanuts and sprinkles. Get the apples, and you’ll have everything you need to make a half-dozen delicious caramel candy apples. It also makes a fun project for kids if you’ve got them.
FAQ
What does gifting apples mean?
Gifting apples traditionally symbolizes knowledge and wisdom and represents wealth, love, beauty, bounty and good health. Givien as a gift, apples can be seen as a hopeful gesture for the recipient to achieve these qualities. However, apples are also enjoyed simply as a delicious fruit.
Is an apple good luck?
As for good luck, many cultures believe apples symbolize good fortune in areas like wealth, health and love.
How long does fruit last in a basket?
Fruit in a basket typically lasts one to four weeks, depending on the type. Apples, in particular, can last even longer due to their natural wax coating, which protects them from drying out and helps prevent bacteria and fungi growth.
