Brant’s Apple Orchard
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Brant’s Apple Orchard is a popular you-pick farm in Northeast Ohio. They offer a huge selection of apples, Asian pears, and table grapes. Brant’s Apple Orchard also offers a farm market as well as fun activities during the season for the whole family.
Visit Brant’s Apple Orchard
The original trees were planted between 1980 and 1983 by the Simmons family who planted just 13 varieties. Today there are 27 varieties, accumulating to around 3000 trees!
In the early 1990s, the property was purchased by Roy & Debbie Brant, who expanded the orchard by adding a bakery and farm market.
Throughout the 90s in addition to the bakery and market, more trees were added, and those Cider slushies and cider donuts that many of us have all come to know and love were introduced.
School tours, hay rides, and a host of other activities were brought in, and the orchard soon became the Fall destination for the population of Ashtabula County.
Fast-forward to 2013 and the orchard has been bought by Brian & Jenn Diehl in order for the Brants to retire. Since then, the Diehls are working hard to maintain the family atmosphere and original values of the orchard while expanding and introducing new exciting activities for everyone to enjoy.
You can enjoy the pick-your-own program at Brant’s Apple Orchard. They have a huge variety of apples, Asian pears, and table grapes.
In Brant’s Apple Orchard market, you can purchase lots of homemade chocolate and caramel apples, locally sourced honey and maple syrups, locally grown corn, and chestnuts!
Pick Your Own At Brant’s Apple Orchard
As apple seasons vary, Brant’s Apple Orchard will announce on their website and social media when apples and other produce can be picked.
Here is the list of apples available:
- Jersey Mac
- Tydeman Red
- Gingergold
- Paula Red
- Redfree
- Mollies Delicious
- Sansa
- Valstar
- Gala
- McIntosh
- Cortland
- Empire
- Honeycrisp
- Jonathan
- Jonagold
- Red Delicious
- Golden Delicious
- Melrose
- Rome Beauty
- Idared
- Firmgold
- Stayman Winesap
If you want to check out this list for yourself and maybe print it for your own records, you can easily access it here – the list gives more detail for each variety of apple. Harvest dates in this table can be estimated, but of course, spring and summer temperatures can alter these dates by as much as two weeks.
Taste samples are always available in the market so you may try before you buy.
Market At Brant’s Apple Orchard
The farm market at Brant’s Apple Orchard is open from August through November. Days are typically Tuesday-Sunday and times are from 10 am – 7 pm. Please be sure to always check with the Brant’s Apple Orchard website or social media before heading out, to guarantee availability.
At Brant’s Apple Orchard market, you can find homegrown and locally grown produce. Other than apples, they have Asian pears. Three varieties of which harvest throughout September. Not forgetting the table grapes. An entire acre of Brant’s Apple Orchard is dedicated to their grapes, which they typically have 6 varieties of.
Brant’s also carry locally grown corn, peaches, pumpkins, and chestnuts.
Brant’s Apple Orchard has an amazing selection of specialty foods like:
- Jams, Jellies and Marmalades
- Apple and Pumpkin Butters
- Local Honey
- Local Maple Syrup and other flavored syrups
- Salsas, Pickles, and Spreads
- BBQ Sauces and Marinades
- Bakery Mixes
- Kettle Corn, Corn Pops, and other Snack Foods
- Homemade Chocolates and Caramel Apples
You can also purchase other things such as apple peelers, slicers, knives, cookbooks, gift baskets, and child-friendly items as gifts.
Do not forget to check out the cider, cider slushies, and hot or cold creamy caramel cider drinks!
Events and Activities At Brant’s Apple Orchard
You are guaranteed fantastic fun-filled family entertainment at Brant’s Apple Orchard! Take their Hayrides for example. Each ride lasts 20-30 minutes (weather permitting, of course!) and will be narrated by the owner or a knowledgeable member of staff. Travel through the vineyards and learn about the orchard’s history. You can even learn about how apples are grown!
The other attractions at Brant’s include a covered bridge playground, and walking routes that are popular with kids of all ages! Other activities are also planned throughout the season – be sure to check the website and social media for those updates!
Here is the events calendar to give you an idea of the fun days that Brant’s Apple Orchard hosts!
**Be sure to check the website and social media for updates**
The Bakery At Brant’s Apple Orchard
The bakery at Brant’s Apple Orchard boasts its very own Apple Cider Donuts! Legend has it that they have been known to make more than 6000 of these popular delights in a single day! You can check out their Facebook page for more updates.
Their other baked goodies include:
- Apple, Pumpkin, Grape, and Asian Pear Pies
- Cookies
- Scones
- Apple Turnovers
- Muffins
- Cinnamon Twists
- Fresh Baked Breads
- Apple Fritter Bread (special days only)
- Cider Donut Bread Pudding (special days)
You can also enjoy lunch from the bakery, sitting in one of the picnic areas located within the grounds.
Video from Brant’s Bakery:
Apple Recipes
Now if you are like me, you may have arrived home encumbered with apples! (Yep. I have been there!).
Do not worry – that is where we can help! If you have jumped on the Air Fryer bandwagon, then you may be looking for something tasty to make for dessert. Well, why not kill two birds with one stone? Here we have a recipe for Air Fryer Apple Crisp. It is so simple to make, yet a yummy way to use up extra apples!
Maybe try these Air Fryer Sweet Apples are more to your taste? They are gluten and dairy-free, and made in less than 20 minutes!
Are you a dog lover? Let your furry friend get in on the action with these Frozen Apple Carrot Cubes. They are an easy homemade dog treat recipe that you can also use your apples for.
Have you tasted Instant Pot Apple Butter? So much easier to make than you would think, and so delicious!
Cindy’s Insider Ohio Tips!
A visit to Brant’s is not just for apple picking or buying some of their delicious homemade products, it is an experience! With the activities they offer and their special events, you can easily spend a morning or afternoon there with the kids.
Where Is Brant’s Apple Orchard Located?
- Address: 4749 Dibble Road, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004
- Phone: 440-224-0639 | Website | Facebook | Instagram
Let’s Go To Brant’s Apple Orchard!
Brant’s Apple Orchard is a popular You Pick farm in NE Ohio. They offer a huge selection of apples, Asian pears, and table grapes. Brant’s Apple Orchard also offers a farm market as well as fun activities during the season for the whole family.
Have you visited Brant’s Apple Orchard? We would love to know about your experience! Did you go on a hayride, eat in the bakery, or buy any souvenirs of your day?
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