Ingredient swap
Applesauce vs Banana
Applesauce has 0.2 g protein and 42 calories per 100 g; banana has 1.1 g and 89. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of applesauce (244 g) ≈ 1 cup of banana.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Applesauce | Banana |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 42 better | 89 |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 1.1 gbetter |
| Carbs | 11.3 gbetter | 22.8 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 2.6 gbetter |
| Sugar | 9.4 gbetter | 12.2 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 1 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 244 g | 225 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use banana instead of applesauce?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of applesauce (244 g) ≈ 1 cup of banana.
Which has more protein?
Banana, with 1.1 g per 100 g versus 0.2 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Applesauce, with 42 calories per 100 g.