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Golden Delicious apple
Calories & nutrition facts
raw, with skin
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 57 kcal —
- Protein 0.3 g 1%
- Carbohydrate 11 g 4%
- Fat 0.2 g 0%
- Fibre 2.4 g 9%
- Sugars 10 g —
- Sodium 2 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 3 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.18 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 1.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.03 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.09 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.07 mg 1%
- Vitamin B6 0.05 mg 3%
- Folate (B9) 3 µg 1%
- Choline 5.1 mg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 6 mg 0%
- Iron 0.13 mg 1%
- Magnesium 5 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 10 mg 1%
- Potassium 100 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.04 mg 0%
- Copper 0.03 mg 3%
- Manganese 0.04 mg 2%
- Selenium 0 µg 0%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 57 | 0.3 g | 11 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 × cup, sliced | 109 g | 62 | 0.3 g | 12 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 × large | 215 g | 123 | 0.6 g | 24 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 × medium | 169 g | 96 | 0.5 g | 19 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 × small | 129 g | 74 | 0.4 g | 14 g | 0.2 g |
| 2 × cup, sliced | 218 g | 124 | 0.6 g | 24 g | 0.3 g |
| ½ × cup, sliced | 54.5 g | 31 | 0.2 g | 6.1 g | 0.1 g |
| 3 × cup, sliced | 327 g | 186 | 0.9 g | 37 g | 0.5 g |
| 4 × cup, sliced | 436 g | 249 | 1.2 g | 49 g | 0.7 g |
Similar foods
- Golden appleflesh without skin, raw50 kcal / 100 g
- Red Delicious appleraw, with skin59 kcal / 100 g
- Appleraw, with skin52 kcal / 100 g
- Eating appleraw, flesh and skin, weighed with core43 kcal / 100 g
- Apples golden deliciuos46 kcal / 100 g
- Gala appleraw, with skin57 kcal / 100 g
- Granny Smith appleraw, with skin58 kcal / 100 g
- Red skin appleunpeeled, raw58 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Golden Delicious apple
Are Golden Delicious apples good for apple pie?
They bake quickly and turn soft and sweet, so they work well in pies where you want a tender filling. For pieces that hold their shape better, mix them with a firmer, sharper apple such as Granny Smith.
How do you stop a cut Golden Delicious apple from turning brown?
Toss the slices with a little lemon juice, or dip them briefly in water with lemon juice, then drain. This is handy when packing slices for a snack or adding them to a salad.
How should you choose a ripe Golden Delicious apple?
Look for firm, smooth skin with an even golden-yellow colour; a faint green tint is fine. Avoid fruit with soft bruises or shrivelled skin, which can signal that it is past its best.
How do you store Golden Delicious apples so they stay crisp?
Keep them in the fridge’s crisper drawer, ideally in a perforated bag, and take out only the ones you plan to eat. Check stored apples regularly and remove any that have started to soften or rot.
What goes well with Golden Delicious apples in a salad?
Their sweet, mild flavour pairs well with sharp cheese, walnuts and leafy greens; slice them just before serving and add lemon juice to slow browning. They also work in a Waldorf-style salad with celery and a creamy dressing.
Can you use Golden Delicious apples instead of Granny Smith?
Yes, but expect a sweeter, less tart result, and a softer texture when cooked. Add a little lemon juice if the recipe needs Granny Smith’s sharpness, and combine the apples with a firmer variety if the pieces need to stay intact.
How do you bake a whole Golden Delicious apple?
Core it without cutting through the base, fill the hollow with a little cinnamon and dried fruit, and bake at 180 °C for about 25–35 minutes, until tender. A splash of water in the baking dish helps keep the apple moist.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168202 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
