About Apples

An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away!

Apples:  Braeburn, Cameo, Cortland, Empire, Fuji, Gala, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Ida Red, Jonagold, McIntosh, Northern Spy, Red Delicious, Spartan, Zestar! ... 

General Apple Information 

Selecting Apples:  Select apples that are firm to the touch, have a good aroma, smooth, clean skin and good varietal color.  Apples bruise easily so handle them gently.  To test for firmness, hold apples gently in the palm of your hand - apples should feel solid and heavy, not soft and light.  Avoid: Avoid apples with soft or dark spots. Also, if apple skin wrinkles when rubbed with a finger, the apple has probably been in cold storage too long or has not been kept cool.

Storing Apples:  Refrigerate apples immediately after purchase to maintain peak freshness and flavor.  Refrigerating in the crisper section is ideal as the cool air helps maintain quality.  Keep refrigerated apples as cold as possible - ideal temperature for storing is 34℉.  Apples should be stored in a ventilated bag or container and away from strong-odored foods such as cabbage and onions to prevent them from absorbing unpleasant odors and flavors.  Properly-refrigerated apples can keep anywhere from 6-12 weeks depending upon variety.

Nutritional Information:  Apples are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber.   Serving Size = 1 medium apple (154g) provides:  Fat 0, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 0mg, Total Carbohydrate 22g / 7% Daily Value, Dietary Fiber 5g, Sugars 17g, Protein 0g.  Vitamin A - 2%, Vitamin C- 20%, Calcium - 2%, Iron - 2%.

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.  Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.   Source:  PMA's Labeling Facts.

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Braeburn Apple - Michigan (September)
Malus domestica
 

	Rich aromatic apple with spicy tart flavor
	One of the tartest apples that is great for snacking
	Very firm with crisp bite
	Ideal fresh dessert apple
	Stores very well
	Good fresh eating quality

 

 

 

 

Using:  The Braeburn apple is a versatile apple and a cross between a Granny Smith and Lady Hamilton.  An ideal addition to applesauce and desserts, add Braeburn's spicy-sweet flavor to your favorite fresh foods.  Though Braeburn apples can be baked, they are best for eating fresh.  

 

Cameo Apple - Michigan  (mid October)
Malus domestica
 

	Hearty, versitile apple - deep juicy flavor
	Sweet character - slightly tart hints just after harvest
	Firm - crisp, crunchy bite and white flesh
	Excellent apple for eating fresh, salads, addition to sauce
	Stores well
	Perfect fresh eating quality

 

 

 

 

Using:  The Cameo apple is a versatile apple thought to be a chance cross between a Red Delicious and Golden Delicious.  An ideal apple for eating fresh from your hand or in salads, etc.  The Cameo is also a good mix-in with other varieties for extra flavor in cooking.    

 

Cortland Apple - Michigan  (late September/early October)
Malus domestica
 

	Hearty, versitile apple - sweet-tart mild flavor
	Sweet and juicy character with hint of tartness
	Firm yet tender snow white flesh that resists browning
	Excellent apple for eating, salads, fruit plates, kabobs and garnishes
	Stores well - Ideal for freezing
	Excellent fresh eating quality during fall - Great baking

 

 

 

 

Using:  The Cortland apple is a versatile apple developed as a cross between McIntosh and Ben Davis apples.  An ideal apple for eating, salads, fruit plates, kabobs and garnishes, the Courtland has tender snow white flesh that resists browning.  The slightly tart, juicy Cortland makes an excellent juicing apple as well as an addition to pies, sauce and other baking.