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Strawberry Applesauce

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Is Strawberry Applesauce healthy?

Strawberry Applesauce scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is ultra-processed due to the inclusion of refined sugar and natural flavors, which are highly processed and lack transparency.

How processed is Strawberry Applesauce?

Strawberry Applesauce is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Strawberry Applesauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Ascorbic Acid counts in its favor; Apples, Sugar, Natural Flavor are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Strawberry Applesauce

60 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$34.99 · 3.9 oz · 6 count · pack of 12 · $0.49 / count
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 3
Category Fruits
Summary

This product is ultra-processed due to the inclusion of refined sugar and natural flavors, which are highly processed and lack transparency. While it contains beneficial ingredients like apples and strawberry puree, the added sugar and processing level significantly impact its healthiness. The presence of natural flavors and acids further contributes to its processed nature, limiting its score.

Key ingredients 8

Ascorbic Acid
Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a basic ingredient used for consistency and dilution, with no significant health concerns.

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Strawberry Puree
Neutral

Strawberry puree provides flavor and some nutrients, but its processing level can vary.

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Natural Red Color
Neutral

Natural red color is used to enhance appearance without synthetic dyes, generally considered safe.

Malic Acid
Neutral

Malic acid enhances flavor and preserves the product, with no significant health concerns.

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Apples
Bad

Apples are often associated with pesticide residues when conventionally grown, which can be a concern for consumers seeking cleaner produce.

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Sugar
Bad

Added sugar can contribute to excessive calorie intake and may impact overall health if consumed in large amounts.

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Natural Flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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