Cripps Pink
1 of 1noun/ˈkrɪps ˈpɪŋk/
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a sweet-tart apple with a pinkish-red blush and crisp texture
The Cripps Pink apple, also commonly known as the Pink Lady, is a unique variety prized for its distinctive pinkish-red skin and crisp texture. It originated in Western Australia, where it was developed by crossing the Golden Delicious and Lady Williams apple varieties. The Cripps Pink apple has a firm and juicy flesh, often characterized by its balanced sweetness and slight acidity, which gives it a deliciously complex taste. Cripps Pink apples are popular for eating fresh as a snack, but they also hold up well in baking and cooking applications.
- Cripps pink apples add a pop of color and a sweet-tart taste to my fruit salad.
- During apple season, I like to visit local orchards and pick my own Cripps Pink apples.
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