A Is for Apple

Apples are at their crunchy best right now! Take your pick from varieties galore for both sweet and savory dishes. Think salads, pies, tarts, galettes, cider, caramel apples — there are a zillion ways to enjoy this juicy fall favorite.

5 Apple-tastic Facts

1. Did you know apples are actually members of the rose family? The same goes for pears, peaches, plums, apricots, cherries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries, too.
2. There are 7,500 known varieties of apples grown worldwide.
3. According to shoppers like you, the best apples are honeycrisp — they’re our top seller!
4. Looking to up your fiber intake? One apple provides 20% of daily fiber needs.
5. It takes apple trees 4 to 5 years to produce their first fruit.

Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread

Tender baked apples, a gooey cinnamon swirl and a crisp brown sugar topping make this bread irresistible.

Apple Oatmeal Cookies

This autumnal take on oatmeal cookies is a fruity treat. Use a tart apple like granny smith for the best flavor.

Apple, Cheddar and Walnut Salad

Easy to make in just ten minutes, this simple salad offers a tasty trifecta of sweet, savory and crunchy.