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Description/Taste
Arkansas Black apples are vivid red to dark purple with a somewhat waxy skin. Its flesh is golden hued and juicy with a fine-grained and crisp texture. Its highly aromatic and sweet-tart flavor mellows and becomes more palatable with storage. The flesh as well will soften with storage, when first harvested the Arkansas Black apple is extremely hard, almost to the point that many would find it difficult to eat out of hand.
Seasons/Availability
Arkansas Black apples are available in the mid fall to early winter.
Current Facts
A member of the rose family (Rosaceae), the exact parentage of the Arkansas Black apple is unknown, but it is believed to be a relative of the Winesap apple. Known as one of the best storage apples the Arkansas Black will keep up to four months in cold storage during which time both the flavor and texture of the apple improves.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Arkansas Black Apples. One
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easiest, three is harder.| Southern Living |
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Arkansas Black Apple Pie with Caramel Sauce |
| Dining with Debbie |
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Arkansas Black Apple Pudding Cake |
