Babyfood, dessert, dutch apple, junior
Whole food · Baby Foods
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This is a smooth, spoonable baby dessert made from pureed Dutch apples, offering a mild, sweet-tart apple flavor with a soft, uniform texture. Nutritionally, it's a simple source of quick energy from carbohydrates, primarily natural fruit sugars, with minimal protein or fat.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 97% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents appreciate it as a convenient, naturally flavored treat that introduces babies to the classic taste of apples without added complexity. The smooth, consistent texture makes it a reliable and mess-free option for early eaters.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (17.89g per 100g) can contribute to blood-sugar spikes if served frequently or in large portions. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or fat (like a bit of plain yogurt or a tiny piece of cheese) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from natural fruit sugars
- Contains dietary fiber from apple puree
- Easy-to-digest texture for young children
- Introduces simple, single-fruit flavors
- No added fats or significant sodium
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'Dutch' in the name refers to a style of apple preparation or variety, often implying a sweeter, less tart apple cultivar like the Elstar, which is popular in the Netherlands.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 80.3 g |
| Energy | 79.0 kcal |
| Energy | 330 kj |
| Protein | 0.20 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.16 g |
| Ash | 0.14 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 19.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g |
| Sucrose | 8.8 g |
| Glucose | 2.1 g |
| Fructose | 5.3 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.11 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 4.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 7.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 67.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.03 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.20 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 18.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin | 0.05 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 2.5 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 | 8.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 18.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 11.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.04 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) | 0.50 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.03 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 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 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 'junior' mean in baby food?
It typically indicates a slightly thicker texture and more complex flavor than 'stage 1' purees, suitable for babies who have mastered smooth foods and are ready for more texture.
Is this just applesauce?
It's very similar, but commercial baby food versions are often more finely strained for uniformity and may be fortified. Homemade applesauce is a direct substitute.
Can I serve this to a toddler?
Yes, it's perfectly safe for toddlers. It can be a quick snack, though for older children, offering whole apple slices provides more chewing practice and fiber.
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 0.79 kcal/g · 1% calories from protein · 1.4 g fiber · 17.9 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: 0.04 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.