Grocery
Cripps Pink Apples
What it is
Cripps Pink apples are a popular variety known for their distinctive pink blush over a green background. They are a hybrid apple, developed in Australia. These apples offer a firm texture and a balanced flavor profile that is both sweet and tart. Their crispness makes them a satisfying choice for snacking and a versatile ingredient in various culinary applications. They are a good source of natural sugars and provide a refreshing taste.
How people cook with it
These apples are excellent for eating fresh and also hold up well when cooked.
- Snacking
- Baking pies
- Making applesauce
- Salad addition
When preparing Cripps Pink apples, you can enjoy them raw, right out of hand. For baking, they retain their shape and texture, making them ideal for pies, tarts, and crumbles. Their tartness balances well with the sweetness of sugar in baked goods. They can also be sliced and added to green salads for a crisp, juicy element. Cooking them down into applesauce is another option, where their flavor intensifies. The skin can be left on or peeled depending on the desired outcome.
How it differs from similar foods
Compared to softer apple varieties, Cripps Pink apples are firmer and less prone to becoming mushy when baked. Their flavor is a more pronounced balance of sweet and tart, whereas some apples lean heavily to one side or the other.
Who it is for
Home cooks and bakers who appreciate a versatile and flavorful apple variety will enjoy using these.
How to keep the rest
To keep the remaining Cripps Pink apples fresh, store them in a cool, dark place, such as a refrigerator crisper drawer. Avoid washing them until just before you plan to use them, as excess moisture can encourage spoilage. They can last for several weeks when stored properly.