Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple

Common questions

Is Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple healthy?

Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains apples, which are a beneficial whole food ingredient rich in fiber and antioxidants.

How processed is Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple?

Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Caramel colour is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Apple Smash Smashed Apple + Maple

Martin's
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Fruits
Summary

This product contains apples, which are a beneficial whole food ingredient rich in fiber and antioxidants. However, the presence of synthetic maple flavor and caramel color detracts from its nutritional quality, as these additives can contain artificial compounds and potentially harmful byproducts. The product's processing level further limits its score, as it is not minimally processed.

Key ingredients 4

Apples
Neutral

Apples are a natural fruit that provides dietary fiber and vitamins, making them a neutral but essential part of the product.

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Maple flavour
Neutral

Maple flavour adds sweetness and aroma to the product but is a processed ingredient without significant health impact.

Lemon juice concentrate
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Caramel colour
Bad

Caramel colour is a synthetic additive that may contain substances of concern, which is why it is considered harmful.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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