Is applesauce (unsweetened) keto?

Applesauce (unsweetened)

Not keto No — applesauce (unsweetened) is not keto-friendly.

Even with no sugar added, half a cup has about 12 g net carbs; sweetened applesauce is closer to 20 g. In baking, pumpkin purée can stand in for moisture.

Nutrition per serving

½ cup · 122 g
Net carbs
12g
Calories
51kcal
Protein
0.2g
Fat
0.1g
Total carbs
14 g
Fiber
1.3 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 62%

About 49 g of applesauce (unsweetened) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 40% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for applesauce (unsweetened)
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories51 kcal42 kcal
Total carbohydrate14 g11 g
Dietary fiber1.3 g1.1 g
Net carbs12 g10 g
Sugars 11 g 9.4 g
Protein0.2 g0.2 g
Fat0.1 g0.1 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is applesauce (unsweetened) keto?

No — applesauce (unsweetened) is not keto-friendly. Even with no sugar added, half a cup has about 12 g net carbs; sweetened applesauce is closer to 20 g. In baking, pumpkin purée can stand in for moisture.

How many net carbs are in applesauce (unsweetened)?

½ cup (122 g) of applesauce (unsweetened) has about 12 g net carbs (14 g total carbs minus 1.3 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 10 g net carbs.

How much applesauce (unsweetened) can I eat on keto?

About 49 g of applesauce (unsweetened) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 40% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 62% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for applesauce (unsweetened)?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #171695): Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program). Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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