One of the biggest downfalls of dried fruit is the higher sugar content. The dehydration process concentrates fruit's naturally occurring sugars. For example, there are 10 grams of sugar in 100 grams ...

Both are delicious and should be treated like a slightly more acidic dried vine fruit. Use both sweet and sour dried cherries in home-made muesli mixes, muffins and rolled oat ‘energy’ bars.

These meatballs made of beef, rice, and split peas are stuffed with dried fruit and braised in a flavorful tomato sauce—a hearty, satisfying labor of love. A sleeper hit from Bon Appetit’s ...

Scones full of the textures and flavors of a granola bar—a hint of sweetness comes from copious dried fruit and a sprinkle of raw sugar.

Claims that it can cause weight gain and sugar overload are overblown, but not all types are created equal Figs, apricots, ...