HOW TO USE DRIED FRUITS FOR BAKING (2024)

Dried fruits are a delicious and nutritious addition to baked goods, such as cakes, bread, muffins, and cookies. Here are some tips for using dried fruits in your baking:

1. Rehydrate the fruits: Dried fruits can be quite hard and dry, so it's often a good idea to rehydrate them before adding them to your baked goods. To do this, simply soak the dried fruits in warm water or fruit juice for 15-20 minutes until they are plump and tender. Drain the excess liquid before using them in your recipe.
2. Chop the fruits: Depending on the recipe, you may need to chop the dried fruits into smaller pieces before adding them to your batter or dough. Use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to chop the fruits into bite-sized pieces.
3. Add to your recipe: Once your dried fruits are rehydrated and chopped, add them to your batter or dough. They can be used in a variety of baked goods, such as breads, muffins, cakes, cookies, and bars.
4. Adjust the recipe: Adding dried fruits to your recipe may affect the texture and moisture content of the final product. You may need to adjust the recipe slightly to ensure that the baked goods turn out just right. For example, you may need to add a bit more liquid to the batter to account for the moisture in the dried fruits. If your recipe already includes a lot of liquid, you may need to reduce it slightly to compensate for the added moisture from the dried fruits.
5. Use the right amount: The amount of dried fruits you add to your recipe will depend on your personal preference and the recipe itself. In general, you can use about 1/2 to 1 cup of dried fruits per 1 cup of flour in your recipe. However, you can adjust the amount to suit your taste and the texture you want to achieve.
6. Experiment with different fruits: Dried fruits come in a wide variety of flavors and textures, so don't be afraid to experiment with different types in your baked goods. Some popular choices include raisins, cranberries, apricots, figs, and dates.

Remember to store your dried fruits properly after opening to maintain their quality and freshness. Dried fruits should be kept in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Sunny Fruit dried fruits come in portion packs. One bag of Sunny Fruit contains five portion packs. One of the biggest advantages of portion packaging is maximizing the shelf life of products to prevent food waste. Therefore, keeping Sunny Fruit dried fruits fresh are easier and more convenient.