Question: what are good apples for an apple pie?
Answer: Granny Smith Apples. For whatever reason, Granny Smith apples have long been considered the favorite for apple pies. ... 
Honeycrisp. ... 
Golden Delicious. ... 
Rome. ... 
Jonathan or Jonagold Apples. ... 
Braeburn. ... 
Northern Spy. ... 
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