Apples

What is Apples

There are over 7000 varieties of apples. Aside from being eaten as a fresh fruit apples are used to make pies, tarts, juices, applesauce, jams, jellies and vinegars.

Granny Smith Apples

One of the favorite, and readily available apples in the U.S. are the green Granny Smith apples. This, crisp green apple can be eaten out of hand, made into pies and fruit salads and is even used for the famous Apple Martini (Appletini). The apple was actually developed in Australia back in 1868 by Maria Ann Smith.

For more information about apple varieties

Substitute for Apples

For cooking substitute pears

Equivalents

1 lb apples = 3 or 4 medium
1 pound (3 medium), 3 cups sliced

metric conversions →

Pome Fruits

Nutrition Information For Apples

Serving Size

1 cup, quartered or chopped

Calories

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 1mg

Potassium

134g

Total Carbohydrate 17g

10%

Dietary Fiber 3g

10%

Sugars 13g

Protein 0g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Apples Recipes

Low Carb Chicken Apple Salad
Our recipe for this Low Carb Chicken Apple Salad is another example of how eating "fresh" foods does not require sacrificing flavor. Recipe includes apples, cubed chicken breast, parsley, celery, green onions, pecans, salad greens, lite sour cream and mayo.
Apple Martini - Appletini
This recipe for an Apple Martini (also known as an appletini) is made with sweet and sour mix, vodka, apple schnapps then garnished with Granny Smith apple slices. Includes link to our homemade sweet and sour mix.
Fresh Apple Cake
This Fresh Apple Cake has been "heathified" . This simple cake uses less oil and sugar than traditional recipes. Buttermilk reduces the fat and adds moisture and a rich flavor. Delicious!
Apple Dapple Cake
Apple dapple cake recipe. This is probably one of the best cakes I've ever eaten. It's a simple cake recipe but what really makes it delicious is the glaze that is drizzled over the top.