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There are over 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide; if you tried one variety per day, it would take over 20 years to taste them all.
Overview
Central Asia · autumn · fruits
Apple is one of the world's most widely consumed fruits, available in thousands of varieties ranging from sweet to tart, used fresh, baked, juiced, and dried.
Central Asia
Origin
autumn
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Sweet-tartcrisparomatic
Storage Tips
Refrigerate apples to slow ripening — they keep for weeks; storing separately from other produce prevents ethylene-induced ripening.
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How to Cook with Apple
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Choose tart apples (Granny Smith) for baking as they hold shape; sweet varieties (Fuji, Gala) are best for eating raw or applesauce.
Best Pairings
cinnamoncaramelcheddarporkwalnutvanilla
Substitutes
Pear (in baking), quince (for cooking), or Asian pear
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Apple
Nutrition Highlights
calories
52 kcal per 100g
key_nutrients
Fiber, vitamin C, quercetin, potassium, pectin
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginCentral Asia
Seasonautumn
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in quercetin and pectin fiber; may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; supports gut health.
Apple Photos
3 photos showcasing Apple in its many forms
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Apple
fruits
OriginCentral Asia
Seasonautumn
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Sweet-tartcrisparomatic
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Pairs Well With
cinnamoncaramelcheddarporkwalnutvanilla
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