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Fruit snacks are essential when you’re out doing summer activities, like hiking, cycling and picnics in the park. But nobody wants to find a smooshed banana or a week-old bruised apple in the bottom of their bag.
Switching to organic dried fruit snacks means you can take one of your 5 a day wherever you go. But it doesn’t stop there. You can also use dried fruit for tasty summer desserts. We’ve laid out the best dried fruit for summer and how to use them to enjoy a season in the sun.
Which dried fruits are best in the summer season?
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When you’re choosing summer snacks, get a selection of dried fruit that reminds you of blue skies and a summer breeze. Sorry figs, it’ll be your turn at Christmas for a figgy pudding.
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Is there any fruit more summery than the classic strawberry? The only problem is they bruise easily and go off quickly. That’s why freeze dried fruit is the perfect solution.
These 100% premium sliced strawberries have a long shelf-life and are high in fibre and bursting with vitamin C. They’re deliciously light and crunchy, and their summer-sweet taste makes an excellent lunchbox snack or topping for a summer Eton Mess.
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Beautifully sliced freeze dried raspberries make an easy summer snack with a sweet zippiness. They’re another fruit rich in vitamin C for glowing skin and a healthy heart. Cloud-light and crunchy, you can keep these in your office drawer or nibble on them for a mid-morning treat.
Crumble freeze-dried raspberries over ice cream or bake them into granola bars to give your healthy snack a vibrant lift.
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Pineapple is undoubtedly a summer fruit. It has a mango-passionfruit flavour and a twist of tanginess. Pineapples are low in fat and high in fibre and will give you a daily dose of vitamin C.
We love scattering dried pineapple pieces over Greek yoghurt for a light, summery evening dessert. Or simply snacking on them as they are. A little packet of freeze dried pineapple also makes a thoughtful summer treat for loved ones or to share with work friends.
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Dried apple slices are a timeless summer fruit and contain vitamins B6, K, and C. These vitamins are essential for a strong immune system and healthy blood flow
Pimlico’s Freeze Apple Slices are freshly dried apples with zero additives and no added sugar. They make a crispy snack on a warm summer’s day, or you can add them to cereal for a fruity punch.
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Blueberries are a floral, woody-tasting berry with a punchy tang. They’re a fantastic source of antioxidants, which fight free radicals to minimise premature ageing. Blueberries are also anti-inflammatory, soothing aching joints and digestive issues.
Bake into scones and muffins for a heavenly summer treat, or sprinkle onto overnight oats for a refreshing breakfast. You can even rehydrate these potent berries in water to give your drink a subtle blueberry flavour.
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Sour, tangy cherries are a summer dried fruit delight. Tart dried cherries (also known as Montmorency cherries) are a delicious way to get a helping of vitamin C and potassium for boosted circulation.
Their tangy flavour works well in cakes, muffins and cookies, bringing a burst of vibrancy to your baking.
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Organic goji berries are a tasty superfood packed with antioxidants that protect your skin, increase blood flow, and aid digestion. They’re also great energy boosters and can improve sleep quality and focus.
Eat these berries as they are. Or make them into an herbal tea and sip their naturally sweet taste with a hint of sourness. If you want to stock up on bulk-dried fruit, grab our 1kg of Goji Berries.
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The bitter-sweet cranberry is a must in your summer dried fruit collection. They’re loaded with vitamins C, E and K for a balanced nervous system and an uplifting mood. If you prefer unsweetened dried cranberries, try our Reduced Sugar Cranberries for the same benefits and a distinctive tart taste.
Cranberries make a colourful addition to scones, muffins, and cereal. You can also sprinkle them over cereal or eat them right out of the packet.
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Apricots are a vibrant orange fruit, abundant in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B3, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, copper, and manganese.
Our chewy dried apricots have a juicy, soft centre, perfect for summer snacking. Nibble on them daily to maintain healthy skin, get a dose of antioxidants, and reduce feelings of sluggishness and fatigue.
We love munching on dried apricots just as they are. Put them in the kid's lunchbox (or your own!) for a sweet, fruity snack.
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Our Premium Organic Mango is made from carefully sliced fresh mangoes to capture their honey-sweet and zesty flavour. The delicious fruit provides vitamin A to maintain your immune system and vitamins C and E for anti-inflammatory effects.
Dried mango slices are a tasty treat to revitalise your energy. Or as a healthy alternative to sweet snacks at a summer picnic.
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Raisins make great dried fruit snacks and are simple to take with you on the go. Our Persian Golden Raisins are plump and juicy, bursting with a sunny flavour. If you like sweetness, yoghurt-covered raisins are a great choice. But we recommend our Milk Chocolate Raisins for a chocolate fix
Eat raisins as they are, or mix them into a summery trail mix to get extra omega 3 and fibre. For something more punchy, try the Tropical Mix, a blend of raisins, apricots, banana chips, and flaked coconut.
Get fruity this summer with Grape Tree’s best dried fruit
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Organic dried fruit snacks make versatile and tasty summer treats. Bake them into scones and muffins for a picnic in the park. Sprinkle over yogurt on a hot summer morning. Or steep into a herbal tea and sip on a serene summer evening. Love your summer and get the best dried fruits with Grape Tree.
