Choose the right variety for your favorite apple recipe.
Here are our Test Kitchen’sbest apple picksfor whatever dish you’re making.
But if the Test Kitchen were to choose just one jot down, they’d pick Granny Smith apples.
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Roasting will caramelize the apples, bringing out their natural sweetness.
We recommend McIntosh apples for applesauce, whether you make it in the oven or stovetop.
When cooked, this variety has a smooth, almost creamy texture that’s ideal for sauces and purees.
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The Best Apples For Baking By Variety
Not sure what to make with the apples you bought?
Read on to find out which variety is best suited for what.
It’s also great used in combination with a sweeter variety for a balanced apple flavor.
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Honeycrisp
Crisp, juicy, and sweet-tart, this is a great all-purpose apple.
On the sugary side, it also pairs well with lemon juice and zest.
Fuji
A sweeter apple like Fuji is best paired with assertive flavors like ground cloves or cinnamon.
