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Applesauce

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Is Applesauce healthy?

Applesauce scores 77/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This applesauce is minimally processed, containing only apples, water, and ascorbic acid to maintain color.

How processed is Applesauce?

Applesauce is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Applesauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Apples, Ascorbic Acid count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Applesauce

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77 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Walmart
Category Fruits
Summary

This applesauce is minimally processed, containing only apples, water, and ascorbic acid to maintain color. The use of whole apples as the primary ingredient ensures a high nutritional value, providing natural sugars and fiber. The absence of added sugars or artificial additives contributes to its high score, reflecting its clean label and minimal processing.

Key ingredients 3

Apples
Good

Apples are a whole food rich in dietary fiber and vitamin C. They provide antioxidants that can help reduce oxidative stress. Consuming apples may support heart health and improve digestion.

Benefits

Rich in dietary fiber and vitamin C, supporting immune function and digestive health. Contains antioxidants that may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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Ascorbic Acid
Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

Benefits

Helps maintain the color and freshness of the product. As a form of vitamin C, it can contribute to the overall vitamin C content of the diet.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used as a solvent and to adjust the consistency of the applesauce. It is a neutral ingredient with no direct nutritional impact. Water is essential for hydration but does not contribute additional nutrients in this context.

Benefits

Essential for hydration but does not provide additional nutritional benefits in this product.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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