Can red apples be used for apple pie?

The most important attribute in a good apple pie apple is that the fruit’s flesh won’t break down from the high oven temperatures we use when we bake an apple pie. Red Delicious and Gala are two apples that won’t withstand cooking temperatures and should not be used for apple pie.

Do you use red or green apples for pie?

Granny Smith These green-skinned apples are Ree’s favorite pick for apple pie. Their signature tart flavor is delicious on its own, but if you prefer a pie that’s a little sweeter, Granny Smith apples are great when paired with some of the sweeter apples on this list.

Can you use red apples for baking?

Red Delicious – These apples are suited for raw eating only and not recommended for baking. They are actually the only variety of apple that shouldn’t be used for cooking. Red Delicious apples should have a deep red color, they should be firm and fragrant, and free from bruises, soft spots, or blemishes of any kind.

What kind of apples are used for apple pie?

The Apples We Use For Apple Pie

• Granny Smith — Your standard, never-fails baking apple.
• Honeycrisp — Extra crisp and always holds firm after baking.
• Jonagold — Tart with a bit of sweetness.
• Braeburn — Crisp, sweet apples that hold up well in pie and other baked desserts.

What kind of apples are best for baking?

The Best Apples for Baking

• Jonagold. Tart with a honeyed sweetness, Jonagolds hold up exceptionally well in the oven.
• Honeycrisp. This is our desert-island apple.
• Braeburn.
• Mutsu.
• Winesap.
• Pink Lady (or Cripps Pink)
• Now, let’s bake some apples!

What are the red apples called?

Red Delicious

Malus ‘Red Delicious’
Species	Malus domestica
Hybrid parentage	Chance seedling
Cultivar	‘Red Delicious’
Origin	Peru, Iowa, United States

What are Red Delicious apples used for?

Red Delicious apples are best used in fresh preparations, as their flesh does not hold up well when cooked. Add to green, fruit and chopped salads. Use as an edible garnish on sandwiches, quesadillas and burgers.

What are Red Delicious apples good for?

Red Delicious apples are high in dietary fiber and contain vitamin C. They offer a small amount of vitamin A and sodium and traces of calcium and iron. Red Delicious apples are higher in antioxidants than many other apple varieties, most of which are contained in the skin.