Babyfood, fruit, applesauce, junior
Whole food · Baby Foods
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A smooth, gently sweet purée of cooked apples, this junior-stage baby food offers a familiar, comforting flavor with a texture that's slightly more textured than a fine purée, introducing babies to the essence of apple. Its nutrition is dominated by natural sugars and carbohydrates, providing a quick source of energy for active little ones, with minimal fat or protein. It's a simple, wholesome staple that serves as a foundational flavor in many infant diets.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and babies love it for its naturally sweet, mild flavor and smooth, spoonable texture that's easy for new eaters to manage. It's a reliable, comforting go-to that pairs well with other foods and is often a baby's first introduction to fruit.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (8.48g per 100g) can contribute to blood sugar spikes if given in large, frequent portions without balancing foods. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or fat (like a little yogurt or avocado) and practice portion control, offering it as part of a varied meal rather than a standalone snack.
Key benefits
- Provides quick, easily digestible energy from natural fruit sugars.
- Contains dietary fiber to support healthy digestion.
- Introduces a natural, single-ingredient flavor to developing palates.
- Low in fat and sodium, aligning with infant dietary guidelines.
- Serves as a versatile base for mixing with other baby foods.
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'junior' stage designation in baby food often indicates a slightly coarser texture with tiny, soft fruit pieces, designed to help babies transition from smooth purées to more solid foods.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 89.5 g |
| Energy | 37.0 kcal |
| Energy | 155 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.20 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 10.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 5.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.22 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 6.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 77.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.30 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 2.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 37.8 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin | 0.06 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.10 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 2.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 2.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 2.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 9.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 9.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.60 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) | 0.30 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 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 | 0.00 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 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 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)
Estimated from Babyfood, grape juice, no sugar, canned — USDA does not publish this profile for Babyfood.
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.02 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.03 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.03 g |
| Alanine | 0.04 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
Is applesauce baby food the same as regular applesauce?
Not exactly. Baby food applesauce is typically smoother, has no added sugar or salt, and may be slightly less sweet than regular applesauce, which often contains added sugars and spices.
At what age can my baby start eating applesauce baby food?
Most pediatricians recommend introducing single-ingredient purées like applesauce around 4-6 months, when babies show signs of readiness for solids, such as good head control and interest in food.
Can I make homemade applesauce baby food?
Yes, you can steam or bake apples until soft and then blend them to the desired consistency. Homemade versions allow you to control the texture and ensure no additives are included.
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 0.37 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 1.7 g fiber · 8.5 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: 0.01 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.