Learn how to cut an apple for all of your favorite snacking, baking, and applesauce making needs! Hint: removing the apple core is less tedious than you think!
Stand the apple up on your cutting board, stem facing up. Slice each half of the apple off of the apple core.
Slice the remaining apple flesh, from each side, off of the core. Discard the core.
To Cut Into Wedges
After removing the core, place your two apple halves flat side down on the cutting board.
Slice into wedges, about ½-inch thick. Depending on the size of your apple, you may be able to cut anywhere from 6 to 10 apple wedges.
To Slice
After removing the core, place your two apple halves flat side down on the cutting board.
Cut into thin slices, about ⅛-inch to ¼-inch thick. Depending on the size of your apple, you may be able to cut anywhere from 12 to 20 apple slices.
To Dice
After removing the core, place your two apple halves flat side down on the cutting board.
Cut into thin slices, about ⅛-inch to ¼-inch thick.
Cut each apple slice in half lengthwise, then dice crosswise into uniform squares.
Notes
To store whole, uncut apples: The best way to store apples for optimal freshness is in the refrigerator in the crisper drawer. This environment is cold, yet humid enough to keep the apples fresh. When stored this way, fresh apples can last for several weeks.
To store cut apples: Unlike whole apples, cut apples need to be consumed quickly. Cut apples can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Use a sharp knife! The sharper your kitchen knife, the easier it will be to make uniform slices and cuts in your apples. It will also help you cut the apples faster, cutting down on the prep time needed to prepare any recipe!