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Musselman's Applesauce 6 Pack, Natural
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Musselman's Applesauce 6 Pack, Natural

Musselman's
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
0g
Protein
11g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
11
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Musselman's Applesauce 6 Pack, Natural occupies a familiar niche on supermarket shelves: find it in the canned and packaged fruit aisle or near refrigerated grab-and-go snacks, alongside yogurt tubes, fruit cups, and children’s lunchbox staples. Packaged as six single-serve cups in plastic wrap, it reads like a family-friendly convenience item—easy to tuck into a cart for school lunches or picnic baskets. The product leans on a heritage brand story—100% American grown apples and handpicked family-farm imagery—positioning it toward parents who want a simple, trustworthy snack and shoppers nostalgic for traditional, homey brands. Label claims emphasize "natural" and "100% American grown," with added ascorbic acid highlighted as a preservative for color rather than a nutritional upgrade; there is no organic certification or explicit health halo beyond the fruit-forward message. In plain processing terms, the apples are cooked and puréed, then packaged and pasteurized into single-serve cups. Sensory notes: a smooth, spoonable purée with a soft, slightly pulpy texture, bright apple aroma, and a naturally sweet-tart flavor driven by the fruit's sugars; a light sheen from water and processing gives a uniform consistency. The ritual use is straightforward—squeezed into lunchboxes, offered as an after-school or snack-time treat, spooned on the side of pork chops, or used as a simple baking substitute for oil in quick recipes. Overall, Musselman's natural applesauce reads as a convenient, family-oriented pantry staple that balances simple ingredients with the practicality of modern packaged food culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4
Servings per Container: 6
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate12g4%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars11g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Apples, and, Water., Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C), Added, to, Maintain, Color..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from apples, water, and a small amount of ascorbic acid and subjected to industrial cooking and packaging, this product is a processed food rather than a minimally processed whole fruit. It lacks the multiple industrial additives and formulations typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Musselman's Applesauce 6 Pack, Natural

Musselman's applesauce can definitely be a healthy choice, especially as a snack or as a sugar substitute in baking. With just apples, water, and a touch of vitamin C, it’s a simple, minimally processed option. However, like anything, it’s best enjoyed in moderation alongside a balanced diet.

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