Apples are a food item in Minecraft that can be eaten to restore four hunger points . They are primarily obtained by breaking or decaying oak and dark oak leaves , though they can also be found in chests within villages, strongholds, and other structures.
Apples can be crafted into golden Apples , which provide powerful effects such as Regeneration and Absorption . Golden ones are also required for curing zombie villagers when combined with a splash potion of Weakness .
While not the best food source due to their rarity, Apples are used for crafting golden Apples or kept as an emergency food supply.