The right jot down of apple makes all the difference for your dessert.
Im talkingcobbler,cake,tarts,muffins, and all sorts ofapple-infused baked goods.
The options are endless, but not every option is a good one when it comes to baking.
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Here, learn more about the best apples for apple pie.
After all, no one wants an overly sweet, mealy, or mushy apple pie.
Windham Provisions, and of course, native Southerner.
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Sounds idyllic, right?
Well take a slice, too.
So you could pick your preferred apple when it’s time to bake.
And lucky for us, theyre readily available year-round.
Have you ever been to the grocery store andnotseen a huge display of bright green Granny Smith apples?
They also have a firm flesh, which means theyll hold up well in the oven.
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Braeburn
Sweet and slightly tart, Windham especially likes to use Braeburn apples for their complex, pear-like flavor.
Sounds divine, right?
Braeburns release very little liquid when baked, which makes them a great choice for baking.
Were not in the business of baking a soggy-bottomed apple pie.
Empire
The Empire apple is another great option for baking.
With a firm texture, it retains its shape when cooked.
Windham describes its flavor as reminiscent of a warm mug ofapple cider.
Pectin is a naturally occurring substance found in apples.
In other words, your apple pie filling wont be too liquidy.
Can You Use Several Kinds Of Apples In A Pie?
Windham’s favorite apples to toss together into an apple pie?
Granny Smith and Jonagold.
Which Apples To Avoid
When it comes to baking, not all apples are a great fit.
