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Sugar Apple
Tropical Americas, widely cultivated in South AsiaFall to spring in South Asia (September–February)Very sweet, creamy custard-like, aromatic
Did You Know?
Sugar apples are closely related to cherimoya and soursop — all three belong to the Annona family, which is famous for its creamy, custard-like tropical fruits.
Overview
Tropical Americas · Fall to spring in South Asia (September–February) · fruits
Sugar apple (sweetsop, custard apple) is a tropical fruit with green, scaly, segmented skin and soft, creamy, sweet white flesh with a custard-like texture and aromatic floral flavor.
Tropical Americas
Origin
Fall to spring in South Asia
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Very sweetcreamy custard-likearomaticfloralwhite fleshed
Storage Tips
Ripen at room temperature, refrigerate once ripe for 3–4 days.
Photo Gallery
How to Cook with Sugar Apple
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Best eaten fresh — break apart and scoop flesh. Remove seeds (mildly toxic). Blend into milkshakes or ice cream.
Best Pairings
limecoconutvanillacreamhoneymangoginger
Substitutes
Cherimoya, soursop, custard apple
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Sugar Apple
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.3
carbs
23.6
fiber
4.4
protein
2.1
calories
94
vitamin_c
36% DV
vitamin_b6
20% DV
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginTropical Americas, widely cultivated in South Asia
SeasonFall to spring in South Asia (September–February)
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamin C, B6, potassium, and antioxidants. Supports immune and heart health.
Sugar Apple Photos
4 photos showcasing Sugar Apple in its many forms
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Sugar Apple
fruits
OriginTropical Americas
SeasonFall to spring in South Asia (September–February)
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Very sweetcreamy custard-likearomaticfloralwhite fleshed
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