When to Pick Apples in the UK
There’s nothing quite like the wholesome activity of picking your own fruit to use in your favourite apple recipe. If you’re looking to pick your own apples in the UK, autumn is the best season for doing just that. The cooler temperatures in autumn can help the apples to fully develop their flavour, making them juicier and sweeter.
When it comes to picking the perfect apple, there are a few signs to look out for. Firstly, a ripe apple should easily come off the tree with a gentle pull, if it resists, it might need more time on the branch. The firmness also plays an important role. The perfect apple should feel firm, but not too hard when you press it with your hand.
Our Senior Recipe Development Manager, Mimi Morely, is a huge fan of using apples in cooking. She commented: “Apples are the unsung hero of autumn recipes! Their sweet flavours bring a great balance to both sweet and savoury dishes. Slice up some fresh apples and add into an autumnal salad with walnuts and goat's cheese for a crisp and comforting bite. Or, sauté them with butter, cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg for a warming pork chop, or pork sausage dish.”
