What apples are not good for baking?
While they may catch your eye with their bright red skin, chefs say you should absolutely avoid using a Red Delicious apple for cooking.
- Why you shouldn’t cook with the Red Delicious.
- Why does the Red Delicious get a bad rep?
- Inside the spotty history of the Red Delicious.
- What qualities make up good cooking apples?
Can you use Gala apples for apple pie?
Gala apples have a nice mellow sweetness to them and they don’t get too soft in the oven. They’re a great multi-purpose apple and a delicious pick for apple pie.
What are the worst apples for apple pie?
Avoid these: McIntosh, Gala, Fuji or Red Delicious. These apples are a little too soft or just don’t have the right flavor punch for the long baking time pies and tarts require.
What does a Gala apple taste like?
They tend to be crisp apples, especially when fresh. Galas feature white flesh, low acidity, and are not very tart. Fresh-picked Gala apples are sweet and fruity. They are said to taste somewhat like a fresh pear.
What are the best apples for muffins?
Granny Smith apples are a great go-to for muffins, as they bring a tart taste to balance out the sweetness found in most morning muffins. Another favorite is Piñata® Apples by Stemilt, for their sweet, yet tart flavor with a tropical twist.