The facts about the nutritional value of dried fruit are more
cut and dried than you might think. Dried fruits like dehydrated
apples carry many benefits, including more concentrated
nutrients, longer storage potential and normally more fiber. If
you’re thinking about drying fruits to use as snacks for you or
your kids, just remember that because the moisture has been
removed, each piece will be less filling but have a higher
concentration of calories. This can be great news if you’re
doing a rigorous activity like hiking or biking, but if you’re
on a diet, it’s probably best to just stick to regular fruit.
For those looking to make a foray into drying fruit, check out
this method, which can be used to make a range of dried fruit
treats including apple chips, dried banana chips and dried
grapes. First, choose your fruit and make sure it is ripe. Next,
wash or peel them and pit or core them. Once you’ve washed and
pitted your fruit, slice them into uniform pieces and place them
on a baking sheet. The thicker t