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How is Dried Fruit Made?

Dried fruit production dates back to the earliest civilizations, as the process extended the shelf life of fresh fruit. Refrigeration is not needed to keep dried fruit.

It's made by drying the fruit naturally (sun drying) or by using other methods (like dehydrators). The drying process removes most of the water from the fruit, shrinking the fruit into a dense, delicious snack.

Some production methods involve infusing the fruit with sweeteners before drying. Cranberries are most commonly infused with sweeteners before drying. Other production methods involve coating the fruit with sweeteners, resulting in candied fruit. Mangoes, papayas, and pineapples are a few examples of fruits that are commonly candied.

The most commonly dried fruit is a grape (resulting in a raisin). Other popular dried fruits include prunes (dried plums), apricots, and apples.