Ocado Bramley Cooking Apples. Bramleys are large, flat apples and usually green in appearance, although sometimes feature red speckles. This very versatile apple is still regarded as the UK's finest cooking apple even after an incredible 200 years. Its juicy, white, acidic flesh melts down to a pulp when cooked. Serving Suggestion Bramleys are great for cooking as they hold their shape well during the process. 1 medium apple counts as 1 of your 5 a day.