Apples for dessert

Apples for dessert

52 kcal per 100 g

Category: Fruits

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 52 kcal
Protein 0.3g
Carbohydrates 14g
Sugars 10g
Total fats 0.2g
Fiber 2.4g

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 3mcg
Potassium 107mg
Vitamin C 4.6mg

Description

Dessert apples are a variety of apples specially selected for their sweet and juicy flavor, making them ideal for preparing sweets and homemade desserts. These apples are usually tender and have a soft texture, which makes them perfect for baking, cooking, or eating fresh in recipes such as pies, compotes, crumbles, and cakes.

Origin: The apple is a fruit native to Central Asia, with historical records of cultivation dating back thousands of years in regions like Kazakhstan. Today, apple cultivation is widespread throughout the world, with regions such as the United States, Europe, and Latin America being major producers.

Properties: Dessert apples are rich in dietary fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins such as vitamin C. Their high water content and low calorie count make them a healthy option to incorporate into sweet preparations, adding flavor and nutrition to dishes.

Synonyms in Spanish from Latin America: sweet apple, table apple, dessert apple, baking apple.