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SugarBee® Apple Coloring page

Enjoy this free downloadable SugarBee Apple Coloring page and activity sheet. On the front page, color a SugarBee Apple tree and our sweet bee mascot! On the back page, learn fun facts about honey bees and enjoy a DIY pollination activity! Lastly, help SugarBee find the apple tree by completing a maze filled with twists and turns. Click here to download your free copy of our SugarBee Apple Coloring Page!

Watercore in Apples

Watercore is a condition in apples where the inside looks watery due to fluid filling the cells around the core. It doesn't make the apples unsafe or affect their taste. Even though it might change how they look, you can still enjoy them without any worries. It happens because of certain weather conditions, but it's not harmful. Just remember, despite the different appearance, apples with watercore are safe and tasty [...]

The Besties 2023: Best Rebrand Chelan Fresh, Joyfully Grown™

For And Now U Know's second annual Besties Awards, they chose to feature brands and individuals who have helped reshape the way we view and perceive excellence in the fresh produce industry. Chelan Fresh's Julie DeJarnatt, Director of Retail Strategy was featured in the "Best Rebrand" category for our 2023 Joyfully Grown™ rebrand. “Winning a Besties award for Best Rebrand means a lot to the Chelan team. We’ve put [...]

SugarBee® Apple Lollipops

Chocolate covered SugarBee® Apple Lollipops are the perfect edible project to enjoy with friends and family! SugarBee® apples boast flavor notes of honey, caramel, and molasses which pair perfectly with all the sweet & salty treats we love. Use this tutorial for party inspo, a birthday gathering, an edible bouquet, a school function and more!  This is sure to be a hit with all ages! Ingredients: 10 oz of dark [...]

Sweet Red Cherry Refrigerator Jam

Do you have just 3 cups of sweet red cherries and not know what to do with them? Make this easy pectin free refrigerator jam. Traditional canning can be a daunting or time-consuming task for many people, but this recipe which provides the same results takes a fraction of that time. Bonus, you probably already have all the ingredients right there at home! Ingredients 3 c. of sweet red cherries, [...]

Viral Yogurt Bark w/ Sweet Cherries Trend

We took the viral yogurt bark trend to a new level with fresh sweet red cherries, pistachios, chia seeds, cocoa nibs, and unsweetened coconut shreds. This version is a play-off of my favorite trail mix, but the possibilities are truly endless. Some other great flavors that pair well with cherries are, slivered almonds, cinnamon, dried apricots, and/or white chocolate morsels!  Ingredients 32 oz. container of full fat vanilla yogurt  1 [...]

Chocolate & Sweet Red Cherry Macarons

These light and airy French style chocolate macarons are filled with cherry buttercream and compote. In this simplified recipe, I will share my method to create an approachable way to perfect these tricky treats and create a classic flavor combination that we all know and love. Ingredients   Macarons: 100 grams egg whites (aged overnight and brought to room temperature) ¼ tsp. cream of tarter 60 grams of granulated white [...]

Sweet Cherry & Chocolate Pudding Pops

Looking for a sweet treat you can make and enjoy with the kids this summer? Sweet Cherry & Chocolate Pudding Pops are a must have! Simplify by using a store-bought instant pudding mix. Traditionally you cannot use milk substitutes in instant puddings, but since we are freezing these popsicles, it is totally okay to use a milk alternative. I personally have made these with oat milk before and they turned [...]

Dried KORU® Apple & Cinnamon Stick Garland

Written by: Valerie Musser Nothing is more idyllic than a handmade garland for the holidays and this KORU® and cinnamon stick swag does not disappoint! This garland is a very easy-to-do project. KORU® Apples are the ideal candidate for this, as they are slow to brown, crisp and hold their shape during the drying process better than other varieties. Yield: Makes 3 3ft garlands Supplies: KORU® Apples (I used 3 apples [...]

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