You can use Akane apples for baking pies. These pies have a light tangy flavor. Since the apple holds well when baked, it's perfect when baking a pie or any particular dessert that calls for apples like apple sauce, cake, or baked stuffed apple. Given that the apple is not too sweet, the pie will be a bit tart in flavor, so it's great for those who prefer a mild apple. If you want a bit more sweetness, you can always add some brown sugar to the recipe or another sweetener.