Because lifes too short to settle for Red Delicious.
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as the first bite into a sweet, juicy, freshly picked apple.
But here’s the thing: Not all apple types are meant to be eaten out-of-hand.
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Some are best forbaking into piesand tarts; others pair perfectly with savory dishes like pork chops or sausage.
Read on for more info on your favorite apples.
Fuji apples are distinguished by their crisp texture, sweet flavor, and striped red-and-yellow skin.
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They’re made by crossing Red Delicious with Ralls Janet apples.
The finely diced apples also create the perfect crunch in a gorgonzola cream and prosciutto endives recipe.
Red Delicious
Red Delicious apples originated in Iowa during the 1870s.
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You also can’t go wrong with an apple streusel cake.
Honeycrisps are perfect for eating as is, tossing into salads, or making into sauces.
Knowing this, anapple spice donut puddingwith some Honeycrisps will not disappoint.
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Roasted Honeycrisp apples also bring sweet flavor to pork and fennel on a sheet pan.
Granny Smith apples originated in Australia and have a super tart taste and crisp, firm texture.
Looking for something a little less sweet?
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Carrot-apple slaw served alongside your choice of protein, is made with Granny Smith apples cut into matchsticks.
Eat them quickly instead.
They’re best for baking into pies and making sauces and work fairly well for freezing.
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Make some apple cider or kick it up a notch with an apple cinnamon-spiced cocktail.
Lastly, get cozy with delectable cinnamon-spiced apple cider donuts.
They have a juicy, tart-and-tangy flavor, deep red skin, and bright white interior.
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Because McIntosh apples lack firmness, you’ll need additional thickener if you choose to bake with them.
Just see to it to remove the seeds before cooking the apples!
Cortland apples make crispy chipsideal for (healthy) snacking or as a topper for your oatmeal or pancakes!
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These apples also give an excellent amount of crunch tossed in with celery and crispy buckwheat.
They’re juicy, firm, and deliciously sweet.
Eat Empires as a snack or for cooking or baking.
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Gala
Galas have a unique tall but small shape.
Their mild, sweet, crisp flavor makes them ideal for snacking (especially for kids) or cooking.
At room temperature, apples only tend to last about a week or two.
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Store apples away from other fruits.
They should hold their shape well during baking and be full of flavor.
One of the rarest types of apples is the Black Diamond apple.
