A Better Way To Slice Apples

You don't have to gut your darling Golden Delicious before you slice it up for snacks or baking. The core is perfectly edible, once you remove the seeds. Get the most out of apple slices with little waste in three easy steps.

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1. So Long, Calyx

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Using a mandoline helps get the most from your apple, except for bits of tough core and seeds. See our step-by-step guide to beautiful, round apple slices.

Step 1: Pull out the stem and cut out the calyx (blossom end) at the bottom of the apple.

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2. Slice (Carefully)

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Slice apple, stem end down, into rounds using a mandoline; or for thick slices, you can use a knife.

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3. Seed Removal

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Watch How to Make Spiced Apple Chips

Remove apple seeds from center slices. The core is edible or can be removed, if desired.

Apple slices are great for snacks like our Dried Apple Chips, desserts like our Apple Nachos, or served plain with a spiced dip or even a drizzle of caramel.

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