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If you’ve baked a cake or cookies and you want to avoid them drying out, store them in a container with a few slices of apple laid on top. The high water content in the apples will keep the baked goods moist.
The magic of apples doesn’t stop there. There’s also evidence to suggest that green apples can help to settle an upset stomach suffering from motion sickness. This is because they are particularly high in pectin, which helps to neutralize stomach acid.
If you’re ready to go full fall, then throw your extra apples in a crockpot with cinnamon, cloves, brown sugar, a couple of oranges, and plenty of water. You’ll have a traditional apple cider within a few hours.
Smoothies are always the go-to for using up extra fruits and vegetables. Apples are sweet and have a high water content, so they’re ideal for mixing into a green juice. Apple, banana, and spinach makes a surprisingly good combo!
Put your applesauce to good use by making apple butter. This decadent preserve is made by cooking applesauce with sugar and spices in a slow cooker, until some of the moisture evaporates and the apples caramelize. It’s a delicious addition to countless desserts, or a topping for oatmeal.
Caramel apples are a classic that most of us don’t think to make at home. It's surprisingly easy, and decorating them can also provide a fun activity to do with the kids on a rainy day. The caramel is made by simply melting sugar into golden syrup over the stove.
Make your leftover apples last all winter with this apple and cranberry chutney. It’s sweet and acidic at the same time, adding some extra oomph to any meal.
You can also simply fry apples in butter with a bit of sugar and cinnamon. The result is delicious and versatile, potentially constituting a dessert by itself. You can also add them to yogurt or oatmeal for breakfast.
This stunning but simple French tart looks and tastes delicious. The pie crust is filled with a layer of almond frangipane and topped with sliced apples. Sprinkling some sugar over the top helps to caramelize the apples while the tart bakes in the oven.
Grilled cheese sandwiches aren’t just for kids! Elevate this comfort food classic by using brie and sliced apple. The combination is simply divine.
The traditional cinnamon roll is already the king of baked goods, but add some chopped apples and it reaches a whole new level!
Like peanut butter, pork was simply made to go with apples. Rather than going for the traditional applesauce, try making an apple stuffing to go with roast pork for an impressive Sunday meal.
Apple slaw is another great addition to balance out a heavy meat like pork. Add shredded apple along with the traditional cabbage and carrot, and a little apple cider vinegar for extra dimension.
Overnight oats are the best solution for those who want a delicious hearty breakfast on the go. Add grated apple to your oatmeal mix to bump up the flavor and nutritional value of your breakfast. Cinnamon is essential with this recipe!
An apple that’s gone bad doesn’t have to go straight into the trash. Spoiled apples emit a gas called ethylene that speeds up the ripening process of other fruits. If you have green bananas that need ripening, simply store them in a paper bag with the offending apple and they’ll be perfect in no time.
We’ve all accidentally oversalted a recipe. It can completely ruin hours of labor over a hot stove. But don’t fret: there’s still hope! Throw some apple slices into the soup or sauce and they will soak up the excess salt.
Thinly slice any kind of apple and bake them in the oven or air fryer. You’ll have a quick, healthy snack with the satisfying crunch of a potato chip. Add cinnamon and brown sugar for a fall twist.
Add a couple of sliced apples to two cups of vodka in a sterile jar. Store for five days, shaking the concoction at least once a day, and in the end you’ll have a refreshing low-calorie cocktail to wow guests!
Have you ever thought of adding apple to a soup? The fruit can actually add a creamy texture and elevate the flavor of many fall soups. Parsnip or squash and apple soup are particularly popular.
Applesauce is an incredibly simple and versatile preserve. Simply cook peeled and cored apples with a little sugar and lemon juice. When stored correctly in sterile jars, applesauce can last a long time in the pantry, or you can simply freeze it. It can be enjoyed by itself or used as a healthy substitute in baking.
There are studies to suggest that the smell of green apples can actually reduce the symptoms of a headache or migraine.
Apple slices and peanut butter are a match made in heaven. If you’ve never tried this super-satiating healthy snack, what are you waiting for? You can also bump it up to a breakfast by layering peanut butter and thinly sliced apple on a slice of toast. Drizzle some maple syrup and add some crushed walnuts if you want to go all out.
You can also mix grated apple peels with brown sugar for a quick DIY facial scrub that works brilliantly! It will leave your skin fresh and bright without breaking the bank.
As mentioned, apples are rich in pectin, a soluble fiber that also helps to promote and maintain collagen in the skin. Simply grate half a peeled apple and apply to your face for 15 minutes—this should help to reduce wrinkles as well as exfoliate the skin.
Choose an apple that has a relatively flat base and doesn’t roll around. Use a sharp knife to cut a circle the size of a tealight into the top of the apple. Scoop out some space for your tealight candle, and voila! You have a cozy fall candle holder that will make your home smell like apples.
You can make your own potpourri at home on the stovetop using leftover apples and any other fragrant ingredients that take your fancy. Simply add them to a pot of hot water and they’ll make your home smell heavenly. Cranberries, citrus fruits, pine, and cinnamon sticks work particularly well with apple.
For an incredibly quick and simple dessert, grab a can of crescent roll dough. Sprinkle each triangle of dough with a mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon, and wrap it around a thick slice of apple. You can brush the top with butter and dust with more of the sugar and cinnamon mix before baking.
Forget banana bread and try making apple bread instead! This variant on the classic loaf cake uses grated apples in the mix as well as chunks of apple added at the end.
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Apples are one of the few fruits that are always available at the supermarket without needing to be imported from the other side of the world. They’re harvested in the late summer and early fall in North America and Europe, but, thanks to special storage techniques, farmers can keep us stocked up all year round. This means that we often have more apples around than we can easily eat, so it’s necessary to have a few creative uses for them in our back pockets to prevent waste.
Click through the following gallery for some of the best ways to use up your apples before they go bad, from face masks to French tarts!
A few apple slices can really elevate a simple salad. They go particularly well with feta or blue cheese and walnuts over leafy greens.
Creative ways to use up extra apples
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Apples are one of the few fruits that are always available at the supermarket without needing to be imported from the other side of the world. They’re harvested in the late summer and early fall in North America and Europe, but, thanks to special storage techniques, farmers can keep us stocked up all year round. This means that we often have more apples around than we can easily eat, so it’s necessary to have a few creative uses for them in our back pockets to prevent waste.
Click through the following gallery for some of the best ways to use up your apples before they go bad, from face masks to French tarts!