For apple pie rings, you'll want apples that hold their shape well when baked and provide a balance of sweetness and tartness. Here are the best varieties to use: Granny Smith – These tart, firm apples are a classic choice for baking. They maintain their structure, providing a nice contrast to the sweet pie crust. Honeycrisp – Sweet, crisp, and juicy, Honeycrisp apples offer a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making them ideal for both flavor and texture. Braeburn – With a mix of sweet and tart, Braeburn apples hold up well when baked, delivering a robust flavor in each bite. Golden Delicious – Slightly sweeter and softer than Granny Smith, these apples add a mild, sweet flavor while still keeping their shape. Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) – These apples are both crisp and sweet with a slight tartness, and they hold their structure beautifully in baking. Using one of these varieties will give your apple pie rings a perfect texture and flavor.