It took over 20 years to develop the Cosmic Crisp® apple. After all, it takes time to work hand in hand with Mother Nature to classically breed the right varieties until you find The One.
Bruce Barritt, horticulturist and developer of the Cosmic Crisp® apple, set out on a mission to fill a produce void for a firm, crisp, and juicy apple. After decades of cross-pollinating, tasting, and testing, along with research and development with Washington State University’s world-class tree fruit breeding program, the Cosmic Crisp® apple was discovered. Thanks to the care and attention of choosing the perfect cross of Honeycrisp and Enterprise varieties, the apple is non-GMO and naturally slow to brown.
WSU researchers, including pome fruit breeder Kate Evans are proud to have introduced The Apple of Big Dreams™ to the market that is exclusive to Washington State. The Cosmic Crisp® apple has earned high marks from consumers and chefs for its perfectly balanced flavor, crisp texture, juiciness and striking color. From snacking and baking to drinks and decor, the Cosmic Crisp® apple brings star power to all the ways we enjoy apples.
Why are some apples mealy while others are crisp? A. “When apples are mealy, the cells split apart from each other when you bite into the fruit, whereas with crisp fruits the cells rupture and release juice,” said Susan Brown, an expert in apple breeding at Cornell University who has helped develop several varieties.
How the Cosmic Crisp® Apple Got Its NameNaming this Washington apple involved several meetings with consumer focus groups around the state with sessions in Pullman, Yakima and Seattle. The “Cosmic” factor of the name was developed because of the “striking” lenticels on the apple surface; they reminded the tasters of outer space and the cosmos. “Crisp” also links to its parent, ‘Honeycrisp’. One of the outstanding attributes of the apple is its crisp texture.
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FAQ
What makes apples crisp?
What are the crisp apples?
What does crisp mean in fruit?
Is An apple crispy or Crunchy?
Which Apple is best for a crisp?
Less tart than other baking apples, Crispins, also known as Mutsus, are very firm and are great for recipes that call for gentle cooking. Fuji. This apple has everything going for it—it’s very sweet, very juicy, and very crisp. That makes it a good choice for a juicy apple crisp that still holds together. Golden Delicious.
What is Apple Crisp made of?
Apple crisp is a traditionally fall dessert made of stewed apple filling and a crumbly oat topping. Baked in the oven, apple crisp showcases the best of both worlds when it comes to texture. The inside is gooey but the outer oat crumble is crispy and crunchy. What’s the only thing that makes this dish better? A heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream.
What is the difference between Crisp Apples and mushy apples?
The cells of crisp apples stay intact and full of juice until they are bitten into, while cell walls of mushy fruit have weakened and simply separate from each other upon pressure without providing any snap. There can be several reasons for the differences, Dr. Brown said.
Is apple crisp the same as apple pie?
Oh, yeah! Apple crisp is similar to apple pie and uses many of the same ingredients. However, apple crisps tend to use additional ingredients such as oats and nuts for the toppings. Also, crisps have more of a crunch due to the crumbly topping, whereas pies have a flaky crust with a soft apple-filled center.