{"id":1233,"date":"2024-10-30T23:03:10","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T23:03:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mealnstock.com\/?p=1233"},"modified":"2025-02-08T02:09:34","modified_gmt":"2025-02-08T02:09:34","slug":"homemade-vs-store-bought-applesauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.mealnstock.com\/en\/homemade-vs-store-bought-applesauce\/","title":{"rendered":"Homemade vs. Store-Bought Applesauce: Which Tastes Better and Saves You More?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1233\" class=\"elementor elementor-1233\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-47df228 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"47df228\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa9f35e elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"aa9f35e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Why Do Apples Turn Brown After Cutting?<\/strong><\/h3><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1254 size-full\" title=\"Slicing Apples for Fresh Applesauce Recipe\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/pink_applesauce-07-e1727182940334.jpg?resize=450%2C339&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"339\" \/><\/p><p>Ever wondered why apples turn brown after cutting them? I sure did! Especially when my kids leave half-eaten apples all over the kitchen, I leave them out to observe how long it takes for the apples to turn brown (pure scientific curiosity, not laziness \ud83d\ude09). Some apples seem to brown within minutes, while others sit for hours without turning. So, what&#8217;s going on?<\/p><p><strong>The Science Behind It<\/strong>: Apples contain an enzyme called <strong>polyphenol oxidase<\/strong>. When you cut an apple, the enzyme reacts with oxygen, causing the familiar browning. This is called <strong>oxidation<\/strong>. But not all apples brown at the same rate. This has to do with the <strong>temperature<\/strong> and the <strong>variety of apple<\/strong>. Polyphenol oxidase works best at around 20\u00b0C, and different apple varieties contain varying levels of this enzyme.<\/p><p><strong>Want to slow down the browning?<\/strong> Simply add a bit of lemon juice (citric acid) or put the apple slices in cold water. Both tricks reduce oxidation by minimizing the apple&#8217;s exposure to oxygen.<\/p><p>This can even make for a fun experiment with kids (more on that below)!<\/p><p>If you\u2019re even more curious about why apples brown, check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/experts-why-cut-apples-turn-brown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scientific American article<\/a> that explains the science in detail, or explore this resource from <a href=\"https:\/\/letstalkscience.ca\/educational-resources\/stem-explained\/why-do-apples-turn-brown-after-you-cut-them\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let\u2019s Talk Science<\/a> for more insights.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9dc3c59 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9dc3c59\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e913f0 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7e913f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Let\u2019s Get to Applesauce!<\/strong><\/h3><p>Before we dive into the taste test and cost breakdown, let&#8217;s set a hypothesis: <strong>I believe that homemade applesauce will be less expensive than store-bought options<\/strong>. Not only am I curious about the cost, but I also wonder how the taste of homemade applesauce will compare.<\/p><p>I may not be an applesauce expert, but I\u2019ve found a simple, tasty recipe that\u2019s perfect for canning. And bonus\u2014it has a tart flavor with a lovely pink hue if you leave the skins on!\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e62422 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0e62422\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3cf7130 elementor-skin-slideshow elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-arrows-yes elementor-widget elementor-widget-media-carousel\" data-id=\"3cf7130\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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Pur\u00e9 de manzana casero con manzanas rojas frescas y una rama de canela. Compote de pommes maison avec des pommes rouges fra\u00eeches et un b\u00e2ton de cannelle.\" data-background=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/pink_applesauce-02.jpg?fit=602%2C800&amp;ssl=1\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-lazy-preloader\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-debe754 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"debe754\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1a4891 elementor-widget elementor-widget-wpzoom-elementor-recipe-card-widget-cpt\" data-id=\"d1a4891\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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size-wpzoom-rcb-block-step-image\" title=\"Comparing homemade apple sauce vs store-bought \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?resize=750%2C564&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?resize=768%2C578&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?resize=16%2C12&amp;ssl=1 16w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?resize=750%2C564&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-1.webp?resize=500%2C375&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p><p>Before we dive in, I want to offer a quick disclaimer. I\u2019m comparing this specific brand of applesauce simply because it\u2019s what I found at my local Walmart. I don\u2019t have any association with the brand, nor am I suggesting that Walmart always has the best deals or promotions. I chose Walmart because it\u2019s a well-known international store, and I wanted to use a setting that many of you can relate to. It\u2019s just practical for this comparison, not necessarily the most cost-effective option. <strong>For that reason, I\u2019ve created a calculator at the end of this post<\/strong>, so you can input your own local prices and find the best cost-effective option for your situation.<\/p><p>Let\u2019s break down the cost of making applesauce at home versus buying it from the store. Below is a quick look at the cost of each ingredient based on <strong>Walmart prices<\/strong>. As I mentioned earlier, I\u2019m using Walmart purely for demonstration purposes. In reality, you might be able to find better deals at your local grocery store, farmers\u2019 market, or even during apple picking season! (Who doesn\u2019t love a good trip to the orchard?). If you\u2019re lucky, you might even score some great deals on <strong>Facebook Marketplace<\/strong> or other local sources.<\/p><p>And if you\u2019re curious about what this would cost in your situation, there\u2019s a handy <strong>cost calculator<\/strong> at the end of this post. Plug in your local prices and see what it\u2019ll cost you!<\/p><p><strong>Homemade Applesauce Ingredient Costs<\/strong>:<\/p><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Ingredient<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Quantity Used<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost of Full Product<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Product Size<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost per Recipe<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Link to current price<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Apples<\/td><td>3 lb (1.36 kg)<\/td><td>$3.97<\/td><td>1360.78 g<\/td><td>$3.97<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/lobo-apples\/6000197602968?from=\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apples (Walmart)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lemon Juice<\/td><td>4 tsp (20 ml)<\/td><td>$0.87<\/td><td>~40 ml<\/td><td>$0.44<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/lemon\/6000191268551?selectedSellerId=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lemon (Walmart)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cinnamon Stick<\/td><td>1 stick (2g)<\/td><td>$2.27<\/td><td>75g (~25 sticks)<\/td><td>$0.09<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/Great-Value-Cinnamon-Sticks\/10302429?selectedSellerId=0&amp;from=\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinnamon Sticks (Walmart)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>Total cost for this recipe = <strong>$4.50<\/strong>\u00a0for 1000 ml of applesauce. That breaks down to <strong>$0.45 per 100 ml<\/strong>.\u00a0<span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-blocksy_palette_4 ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--theme-palette-color-3); font-size: var(--theme-font-size); font-style: var(--theme-font-style, inherit); font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; letter-spacing: var(--theme-letter-spacing); text-transform: var(--theme-text-transform);\">So, not too shabby, right?<\/span><\/p><h3>What About Bulk Canning: Is It Worth It?<\/h3><p>When you&#8217;re looking into bulk canning, the initial costs might seem high, but over time, it becomes more cost-effective\u2014especially during apple season, where you can get deals like 40 lb bags of apples for $25.<\/p><p>For 40 lb apples, it would yield around 13 servings (~13 litres), so it is going to be needed 26 jars of 500 ml jars, or pint size jars, for the calculations. Lets round to 24 jars, which means 2 packages of 12 at $14.99 + tax in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadiantire.ca\/en\/pdp\/golden-harvest-regular-mouth-glass-mason-jars-with-snap-lids-500-ml-12-count-0422509p.html?rq=canning+jars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canadian Tire<\/a>. This size is practical as it allows you to store just enough without risking spoilage, while still being economical. For water bath canning, remember you&#8217;ll need a <strong>tall pot<\/strong> that can cover the jars by about 2 inches with water to ensure proper sealing. Remember, every case is different, and I provided a calculator at the bottom that I will help to calculate the cost in your specific case.<\/p><h3>Substituting Lemon for Bottled Lemon Juice<\/h3><p>For this part of the calculations, I substituted <strong>fresh lemon juice with bottled lemon juice<\/strong> for convenience. In an upcoming post, we\u2019ll dive into which option is more cost-effective for canning!<\/p><p>At the end of this post, you\u2019ll find useful links to jars, lids, water bath canners, and other essential canning equipment if you\u2019re just getting started.<\/p><p>For this particular applesauce recipe, let&#8217;s look at the impact of these costs.<\/p><p><strong>Bulk Canning Cost<\/strong>:<\/p><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Scenario<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost per 1000 ml<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>First Year (jars included)<\/td><td>$0.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Following Years (just lids)<\/td><td>$0.26<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>While the initial costs of canning jars can be high, the long-term savings add up if you make applesauce regularly. Plus, you get to control the ingredients and reduce packaging waste\u2014a win for your wallet and the environment!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-519c528 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"519c528\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f226895 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f226895\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>What Ingredients Are in Store-Bought vs. Homemade Applesauce?<\/strong><\/h3><p>Store-bought unsweetened applesauce, like <strong>Mott&#8217;s Fruitsations<\/strong> (see on <a href=\"https:\/\/ca.openfoodfacts.org\/product\/0065912005024\/unsweetened-apple-sauce-mott-s-fruitsations#panel_nutriscore_2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Open Food Facts<\/a>), typically contains only apples , water and ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, is usually synthetically created for food processing. Although it\u2019s an artificial version, <strong>the molecule is identical to the naturally occurring one<\/strong> in foods, so there\u2019s no difference in its benefits.<\/p><p>In fact, the ingredients in unsweetened applesauce on the market aren\u2019t bad at all, and many have an <strong>A or B rating<\/strong> on Open Food Facts, indicating good nutritional quality.<\/p><p>On the other hand, homemade applesauce lets you customize ingredients to add extra benefits. <strong>Using apples with their peels<\/strong> increases fiber content, and adding fresh lemon juice not only provides vitamin C but also other nutrients like potassium and antioxidants such as hesperidin (you can read more on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/foods\/lemons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Healthline<\/a>). These additional elements not only enhance nutritional value, but the lemon also adds a fresh, tart flavor that deepens the taste of the applesauce.<\/p><h3>The taste test!<\/h3><p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1473 size-wpzoom-rcb-block-step-image\" title=\"Taste testing: homemade applesauce vs store-bought\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?resize=750%2C564&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?resize=768%2C578&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?resize=16%2C12&amp;ssl=1 16w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?resize=750%2C564&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-2.webp?resize=500%2C375&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p><p>I was a bit hesitant to compare my homemade applesauce to the store-bought one. It&#8217;s always tricky tasting something you&#8217;ve made yourself because you might be a little biased, right? So, my son volunteered to give his most honest opinion. To make sure it was fair, I blindfolded him and even swapped the applesauces around, just to make sure there was no way he could guess which one was homemade (pinky color was a clue).<\/p><p>Now, I\u2019ll admit, I was in a rush when I bought the store-bought applesauce and didn\u2019t realize I had grabbed one with added sugar. So, it wasn\u2019t exactly a fair comparison since the homemade one didn\u2019t have any added sweetness. Knowing how much kids love sweet things, I figured my son would definitely choose the store-bought version.<\/p><p>But to my surprise (and with a little proud-mom moment), he actually chose the homemade applesauce! Even though it was a bit more tart, he said he liked it better. I think it\u2019s all about the natural flavor of the apples\u2014you really get to taste the richness and freshness in the homemade version. I\u2019m not usually a huge applesauce fan, but after this, I\u2019m seriously considering canning a few jars for him. The taste can definitely vary depending on the type of apples you use, but it\u2019s worth it!<\/p><p>And here\u2019s the proof\u2014an empty bowl, which says it all!<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1477 size-wpzoom-rcb-block-step-image\" title=\"Delicious Homemade Applesauce Recipe\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?resize=750%2C564&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?resize=768%2C578&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?resize=16%2C12&amp;ssl=1 16w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?resize=750%2C564&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/applesauce-6.webp?resize=500%2C375&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a52d22e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a52d22e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbbc235 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cbbc235\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Conclusion: Should You Buy or Make?<\/h3><div><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-blocksy_palette_4 ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--theme-palette-color-3); font-size: var(--theme-font-size); font-style: var(--theme-font-style, inherit); font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; letter-spacing: var(--theme-letter-spacing); text-transform: var(--theme-text-transform);\">Let\u2019s sum up the results<\/span>,<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Item<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Quantity (ml)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost per 100ml<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Price Link<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Mott\u2019s Fruitsations\u00a0 Unsweetened<\/strong><\/td><td>$2.97<\/td><td>620<\/td><td>$0.48<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/Mott-s-Fruitsations-Unsweetened-Apple-Sauce\/10293958?selectedSellerId=0&amp;from=\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View on Walmart<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Apple Snax Applesauce Unsweetened<\/strong><\/td><td>$2.99<\/td><td>620<\/td><td>$0.48<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/Applesnax-Au-Naturel-Applesauce-Unsweetened-620ml\/4QVN7HA7XGDY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View on Walmart<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bulk Canning (First Year)<\/strong><\/td><td>$4.70<\/td><td>1000<\/td><td>$0.47<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Homemade Applesauce<\/strong><\/td><td>$4.50<\/td><td>1000<\/td><td>$0.45<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Great Value Applesauce<\/strong><\/td><td>$1.97<\/td><td>620<\/td><td>$0.32<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.ca\/en\/ip\/Great-Value-Unsweetened-Apple-Sauce\/6V71XWP2LL0I?selectedSellerId=0&amp;from=\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View on Walmart<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bulk Canning (Following Years)<\/strong><\/td><td>$2.63<\/td><td>1000<\/td><td>$0.26<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><p>The answer is (as usual) \u2014 <strong>it depends on your situation<\/strong>. Canning is, hands down, the cheapest option over time, but there&#8217;s a catch: you need to make an upfront investment in jars, lids, funnels, and a tall pot to seal the jars properly. It also gives you more control over ingredients and reduces packaging waste, so eco points for canning! On the other hand, not everyone has the time (or patience) for canning, and that initial cost can be a barrier.<\/p><p>My original assumption was that homemade applesauce would be cheaper than store-bought options overall.<\/p><p>The hypothesis was partially correct. <strong>Homemade applesauce<\/strong> is indeed cheaper than well-known brands like <strong>Mott\u2019s Fruitsations<\/strong> and <strong>Apple Snax<\/strong>, but it\u2019s actually more expensive than store-brand options like <strong>Great Value applesauce<\/strong>.<\/p><p>Homemade applesauce comes out about <strong>6% cheaper than the brand-name option<\/strong>, but it&#8217;s <strong>29% more expensive than the store brand<\/strong>. So, if you\u2019re just looking for the cheapest option with the least hassle, Great Value applesauce might win. However, if you want to control the ingredients, minimize packaging waste, and enjoy making your own <strong>homemade or canned applesauce<\/strong> could still be the better choice for you.<\/p><p>Ultimately, it comes down to whether the flexibility, ingredient control, and reduced waste outweigh the extra time and cost for you. I\u2019d say some products are worth the canning effort, but applesauce? It\u2019s a toss-up.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43d747b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"43d747b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b91e41f elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b91e41f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Cost Calculator<\/h3><p>To make it easier for you, I\u2019ve added a <strong>cost calculator<\/strong> where you can input the ingredient quantities and prices to see how much your homemade applesauce costs compared to store-bought options. Try it out!<\/p><h3>How to Use the Applesauce Calculator<\/h3><ol><li><p><strong>Enter Your Ingredients<\/strong>: Start by entering the amount and price of each ingredient you\u2019ll be using. Got a big batch of apples? Type in the quantity and price! Need a splash of lemon juice or a dash of cinnamon? Add those too. Note that ingredient prices can be zero, but quantities are required for calculations.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Choose Your Units<\/strong>: The calculator is flexible! Whether your apples are in kilograms or pounds, or your lemon juice is in milliliters or ounces, simply select the correct unit, and the calculator will handle conversions\u2014no need for mental math (phew!).<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Estimate Jar and Lid Costs<\/strong>: Enter the cost and number of jars you\u2019ll use for canning. If you\u2019re unsure, note that jar and lid costs start at <strong>zero by default<\/strong>\u2014you can adjust these as needed for accuracy.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Calculate and View Results<\/strong>: After entering all necessary information, the calculator will automatically estimate <strong>servings based only on the quantity of apples<\/strong> and and the final cost per delicious serving of applesauce.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69c53da elementor-widget elementor-widget-calculated-fields-form\" data-id=\"69c53da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"calculated-fields-form.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>@media (max-width:480px){#cff-iframe-1{min-height:2179px;}}@media (max-width:768px){#cff-iframe-1{min-height:2021px;}}@media (max-width:1024px){#cff-iframe-1{min-height:1367px;}}@media (min-width:1024px){#cff-iframe-1{min-height:1526px;}}<\/style><script data-category=\"functional\" type=\"text\/javascript\">window.addEventListener(\"message\", function(e) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tif (\"data\" in e && typeof e.data == \"object\" && ! 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Here\u2019s a fun and easy experiment to teach them about <strong>oxidation<\/strong>.<\/p><p><strong>The Apple Browning Experiment<\/strong>:<\/p><ol><li><strong>Cut three slices of an apple<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Leave one slice untreated<\/strong>, <strong>squeeze lemon juice on the second<\/strong>, and <strong>dip the third in cold water<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Set a timer and observe over the next hour. Which apple turns brown the fastest?<\/li><\/ol><p>This experiment is a great way for kids to learn how citric acid (lemon juice) and water can slow down the browning process. Let them predict the results and see the science in action!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0d7125 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e0d7125\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8b9efb elementor-widget__width-initial elementor--h-position-center elementor--v-position-middle elementor-arrows-position-inside elementor-pagination-position-inside elementor-widget elementor-widget-slides\" data-id=\"f8b9efb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;navigation&quot;:&quot;both&quot;,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;slide&quot;,&quot;transition_speed&quot;:500}\" data-widget_type=\"slides.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-swiper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-slides-wrapper elementor-main-swiper swiper\" role=\"region\" aria-roledescription=\"carousel\" aria-label=\"Slides\" dir=\"ltr\" data-animation=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-wrapper elementor-slides\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-dc739f8 swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg elementor-ken-burns elementor-ken-burns--out\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"applesauce-7\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Step 1<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">Cut three slices of an apple<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-9739756 swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"applesauce-8\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Step 2<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">Apply lemon juice to the first slice, dip the second in water, and leave the third untreated to observe the browning process.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-repeater-item-f639437 swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-bg\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"applesauce-9\"><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\" ><div class=\"swiper-slide-contents\"><div class=\"elementor-slide-heading\">Step 3<\/div><div class=\"elementor-slide-description\">After 1 hour, what happened to the apple slices? 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