Over the last two weeks, I’ve made all three of these fall treats—some to share and some just for my own enjoyment.

If you need a quick snack for your next Mahjong party, try the candied pecans.
Turn a can of pumpkin purée and a few spices into pumpkin butter for toast, homemade rolls, or your favorite crackers.
Spoon the microwave cinnamon apples over oatmeal, yogurt, or ice cream—or enjoy them just as they are.

Don't miss the comments for all kinds of ideas for using the apples. If you are a bread maker, try them in this Whole Wheat Apple Swirl Cinnamon Bread.

All three recipes use one of my favorite kitchen appliances—a basic microwave. It’s not just for leftovers anymore!

Microwave Cinnamon Apples (Quick 5-Minute Snack)

microwave apples with cinnamon cooked in a bag or a bowl — Toss a peeled and chopped fresh apple into a microwave-safe bowl, microwave for 2-3 minutes, and you're ready to eat.

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Readers Say...

"Thank you for a quick and easy snack. I needed a light dessert to satisfy my husband’s sweet tooth after dinner. This was perfect. A dollop of light whipped topping (instead of ice cream) finished it off perfectly. I can’t wait to try it with pears!"—SUSIE

Pumpkin Butter Recipe (Microwave in Minutes)

microwave pumpkin butter in a small glass jar next to a loaf of sourdough bread. — Skip the slow cooker or stove top and use your microwave instead. This pumpkin butter delivers warm spice in minutes--only one "stir" required.

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Microwave Candied Pecans in 11 Minutes (Only 2 Ingredients)

microwave candied pecans in a bowl ready for snacking — If you've ever made caramel popcorn in the microwave, this works on the same principle. Just sugar, nuts, and heat. (No butter or egg whites required.)

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Have you tried any of these? Hit reply and tell me your favorite.

So glad you're here,

Paula

Paula Rhodes | Home Economist

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