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Crabapple


Crabapples are not generally eaten out of hand, but are used more for jellies and juicing


Crab Apples are a small heirloom variety that includes hundreds of cultivars. Used more for jellies and juicing, some brave souls actually enjoy this highly tart apple.


Selection Information


Usage: Crabapples are an heirloom apple that is not generally used for jellies and juicing. Some brave souls actually enjoy this highly tart apple.

Selection & Storage: Good-quality Crab apples will be very firm, but won?t have many of the other hallmarks of other apples. They are often scabbed or misshapen can vary in color from almost black, to red and even rich yellow. Test the firmness of the apple by holding it in the palm of your hand. (Do not push with your thumb). It should feel solid and heavy, not soft and light.

To store, keep apples as cold as possible in the refrigerator. Apples do not freeze until the temperature drops to 28.5 degrees F.

Avoid: Avoid product with soft or dark spots. Also if the apple skin wrinkles when you rub your thumb across it, the apple has probably been in cold storage too long or has not been kept cool.


Seasonal Information


Crabapples are some of the first apples available during the fall, but some varieties can stay on the tree until the first frost.


Crabapple Nutritional Information


Serving Size: 1 medium apple (154g)

Amount Per Serving

 

Calories 80
Calories from Fat 0

 

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0

0% 

Cholesterol 0mg

0% 

Sodium 0mg

0% 

Total Carbohydrate 22g

7% 

Dietary Fiber 5g

 

Sugars 17g

 

Protein 0g

 

Vitamin A 2%

Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 2%

Iron 2%

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

Source: PMA's Labeling Facts


 

Apples are very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. They're also a good source of Dietary Fiber and Vitamin C.


Juicing Information


Crabapples are great for juicing - both for their flavor and color.


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