Little Bites Big Steps Newsletter

Apple Adventures! Discover, Cook, and Enjoy the Magic of Apples!

Hello, Apple Explorers!

Did you know that apples have been around for thousands of years and come in over 7,500 different varieties? From crisp and tart Granny Smiths to sweet and juicy Honeycrisps, apples are a delicious and nutritious fruit that can be enjoyed in so many ways!

This month, we’re diving into the wonderful world of apples—learning, tasting, and cooking up some apple-licious fun!


Apple Fun Facts


Apples float because they are 25% air! That’s why bobbing for apples is such a fun game.

  • The saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" comes from apples being rich in fiber and antioxidants.

  • The largest apple ever recorded weighed 4 pounds, 1 ounce!

Apple trees take 4 to 5 years to produce their first fruit but can grow apples for up to 100 years!

Let’s Get Cooking!

Sautéed Apples

A warm and sweet treat perfect as a snack or topping!

Ingredients:

  • 2 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

  • 1 tbsp butter (or coconut oil)

  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

  • A pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.

  2. Add apple slices and stir to coat.

  3. Drizzle with honey/maple syrup, sprinkle with cinnamon, and add salt.

  4. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.

  5. Serve warm!

Baked Apples

Like apple pie without the crust!

Ingredients:

  • 4 apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji)

  • 2 tbsp butter (or coconut oil)

  • ¼ cup brown sugar or maple syrup

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)

  • ¼ cup raisins (optional)

  • ½ cup water or apple juice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. Core apples, leaving the bottom intact.

  3. Mix butter, sugar, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins.

  4. Stuff mixture into apples.

  5. Place apples in a baking dish and add water/juice.

  6. Bake for 30-40 minutes until soft. Enjoy warm!

Homemade Applesauce

Fresh, naturally sweet, and easy to make!

Ingredients:

  • 4 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped

  • ½ cup water

  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Add apples and water to a saucepan over medium heat.

  2. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Mash for chunky sauce or blend for smooth sauce.

  4. Stir in cinnamon and vanilla if desired.

  5. Let cool and enjoy warm or chilled!

Apple Activities & Experiments!

The Great Apple Taste Test!

Try tasting three different types of apples and compare their flavors. Which one is the:

  • Sweetest?

  • Tartest?

  • Crispiest?

Apple Stamping Art!

  1. Cut apples in half and dip them in paint.

  2. Press onto paper to make fun apple-shaped stamps.

  3. Decorate with faces, leaves, or even turn them into animals!

Apple Tower Building Challenge!

Use apple slices and toothpicks to build the tallest apple tower. Can you make one taller than your hand before it falls?

Apple Jokes for a Giggle!

😂 What kind of apple isn’t an apple?
A pineapple! 🍍

😂 Why did the apple stop rolling down the hill?
Because it ran out of juice! 🧃

😂 What do you get when you cross an apple with a Christmas tree?
A pine-apple! 🎄

Join the Apple Fun! 🍏✨

We hope you enjoy this apple-filled adventure! Whether you’re tasting, cooking, or crafting, there’s always something new to learn about apples.

📢 We’d love to see your apple creations! Send us pictures of your apple treats and activities, and we might feature them in our next newsletter!