Apples, dried, sulfured, stewed, without added sugar
Whole food · Fruits and Fruit Juices
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These are tender, jewel-toned morsels of apple, preserved with a touch of sulfite to maintain their vibrant golden hue and then gently stewed into a soft, spoonable compote. The flavor is a concentrated, sweet-tart apple essence, with a texture that's smooth yet retains a pleasant, soft bite. Nutritionally, they offer a quick source of natural energy from fruit sugars, with a modest fiber boost.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 98% carbs · 1% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its comforting, nostalgic flavor that captures the essence of homemade apple compote with minimal effort. It's a versatile staple, perfect as a warm topping for oatmeal and yogurt, a filling for pastries, or a simple, healthy dessert on its own.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary caution is for individuals sensitive to sulfites, which can trigger reactions in some asthmatics. The concentrated natural sugars can also cause a rapid blood-sugar spike if eaten alone. To counteract this, pair a portion with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of nuts or a dollop of Greek yogurt, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick, natural energy from fruit carbohydrates
- Offers a small boost of dietary fiber for digestive health
- Sulfiting helps preserve the apple's natural color and vitamin content
- Naturally fat-free and cholesterol-free
- A convenient way to consume fruit without added sugars
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The sulfuring process that preserves the apples' color is the same technique historically used to make dried apricots bright orange; without it, they would oxidize to a dull brown.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 84.1 g |
| Energy | 57.0 kcal |
| Energy | 238 kj |
| Protein | 0.22 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.07 g |
| Ash | 0.26 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 15.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.33 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 4.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 9.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 105 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 20.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.05 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.30 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.13 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 7.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 17.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.70 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.01 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.01 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.01 g |
| Lysine | 0.01 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.01 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.01 g |
| Arginine | 0.01 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.01 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.04 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.02 g |
| Glycine | 0.01 g |
| Proline | 0.01 g |
| Serine | 0.01 g |
FAQ
What does 'sulfured' mean for dried apples?
It means the apple slices were treated with sulfur dioxide gas before drying. This acts as a preservative to prevent enzymatic browning, keeping them a lighter, more appealing color and extending shelf life.
Why is there no added sugar in the nutrition info?
The 13.32g of sugar listed is entirely the natural fructose and glucose concentrated from the apple itself. The product is made by stewing sulfured dried apples in water, with no additional sweeteners.
How does the stewing affect the texture compared to just dried apple rings?
Stewing rehydrates the dried apples completely, transforming them from chewy or leathery to a soft, tender, and spoonable consistency, similar to a chunky applesauce or compote.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.57 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 2.0 g fiber · 13.3 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.19 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.