Crunch Time sees largest SnapDragon harvest ever
Crunch Time sees largest SnapDragon harvest ever
Crunch Time Apple Growers, a cooperative of more than 160 apple growers, is kicking off the 2025 harvest of SnapDragon apples. Known for their monster crunch, sweet and spicy flavor, and vibrant red skin, SnapDragon apples — the official apple of the Buffalo Bills — are being picked at peak quality and will soon be in stores.
“This year’s crop of SnapDragon apples is exceptionally crisp, juicy and absolutely bursting with flavor,” said Jessica Wells, executive director of Crunch Time Apple Growers. “Year after year, we hear from shoppers who count down the days — literally — until SnapDragon apples are back. Our growers take enormous pride in delivering a premium, high-quality apple that’s perfect for snacking at home and on-the-go.”
A product of the apple breeding program at Cornell University, SnapDragon apples are a cross between Honeycrisp and a variety that was never released, creating a sweet, refreshing apple with a monster crunch unlike anything else on the market. They’re especially loved by active consumers, who take them on hikes, enjoy one before the gym, or use them to fuel up for a day while they’re on the move.
Harvested starting in mid-September, SnapDragon apples retain their crunch and mouth-watering flavor for months. In fact, their sweetness and complexity only deepen as the season goes on, making late winter and early spring some of the best times to enjoy them.
“We’re especially excited to share that this season is a big one — it’s our largest harvest yet,” said Wells. “For retailers who haven’t previously considered carrying SnapDragon, this is the year to give it a try! Thanks to our volumes, there will be enough apples to carry us through fall and beyond.”
