Idared apples are a popular apple variety known for their bright red skin, firm texture, and tart-sweet flavor. They originated in the United States, specifically in Idaho, and are widely grown and used both commercially and at home.
Idared Apples – Key Characteristics
Origin: United States (Idaho) – name comes from Idaho + Jonathan Red
Appearance: Bright red skin, often with a greenish-yellow background
Flesh: White to pale yellow, firm, and crisp
Flavor: Mildly sweet with a tart edge; flavor improves slightly in storage
Season: Typically harvested in mid to late autumn (October)
???? Common Uses
Why People Like Idared Apples:
Excellent for baking: They hold their shape well when cooked
Great for long storage: Can last 4–6 months in a cool, dark place
Versatile: Good for both raw and cooked uses
️ How They’re Used:
Pies and tarts (classic apple pie!)
Applesauce and apple butter
Baked apples
Juicing and cider making
Fruit salads (firm texture helps prevent mushiness)
Dried apple snacks
️ Storage Tips
Keep in a cool (around 0–4°C / 32–40°F), dark place
Fridge is ideal for long-term storage
Best flavor develops after a few weeks in storage
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE ORDER
Delivery: every Thursday of the week, free of charge for pick-up points! Orders received on Thursday of the week can be delivered until 10 pm on Monday!
Placing Orders: every week from Wednesday afternoon 5.00 pm to Monday evening 10.00 pm.
Orders placed on Wednesday will be delivered on Thursday of the following week, not the next day!
We cannot take orders all day on Tuesday and until 5pm on Wednesday, as we are busy picking veggies and packing your boxes only then do we see what we will have in stock for the following week. Many thanks for understanding!
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