The applesauce is mealy and thick — kind of like baby food. Paired with the lackluster flavor, this applesauce is just disappointing. It's also more expensive than the best brands.

Every week, Caitlin Sciutto stops by Target and piles her cart with pureed food pouches for her 4-year-old and twin 18-month-old sons. In goes a 24-pack of unsweetened applesauce. Then a 24-pack ...