Common questions

Is Honey crisp apples healthy?

Honey crisp apples scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Honey crisp apples are minimally processed whole foods, making them a healthy choice.

How processed is Honey crisp apples?

Honey crisp apples is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Honey crisp apples' score?

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

STRAWBERRIES, PEACHES, MANGOS, PINEAPPLES & RED SEEDLESS GRAPES MIXED FRUIT

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Blueberries Frozen Fruit

Cadia

CHERRIES & BERRIES FRUIT BLEND BLUEBERRIES, DARK SWEET PITTED CHERRIES, TART PITTED CHERRIES & STRAWBERRY SLICES

Freeze Dried Fruit Red Dragon Fruit

Freeze Dried Fruit

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Honey crisp apples

Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Category Fruits

Summary

Honey crisp apples are minimally processed whole foods, making them a healthy choice. However, they may be coated with a food-grade wax, which is a common practice to preserve freshness but slightly affects the natural state of the fruit. Despite this, they remain a nutritious option with no harmful additives or ingredients.

Key ingredients 2

Apples

Good

Whole fruit rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that support overall health and digestion.

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Food Grade Vegetable Or Shellac Based Wax

Neutral

Commonly applied coating to help retain moisture and extend the shelf life of fresh produce.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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