It's not a stretch to state that I like snacking. Really, who doesn't? Food just goes hand in hand with so many activities, it's hard not to have it on the brain constantly. Because I strive to live a healthy life and set a good example for my children, I've done away with most of the unhealthy eats in my home, making sure I have lots of fresh fruits and veggies on hand for when we need a little something to munch on throughout the day. I love, love, love fresh fruit and try to keep a few pints of seasonal fruits in my fridge at all times, but now that the cooler temps are creeping in, finding things like blueberries and cherries is not only going to get more difficult, but also more costly too. Thankfully, I've found a great solution to help me get my seasonal fruit fix in even when I can't find it in the produce section. Stoneridge Orchards offers amazingly delicious dried fruit options year round, so you can have your seasonal fruit and eat it too.
Stoneridge Orchards' organic dried fruits are carefully picked, hand-selected, and dried into all-natural goodness. Select from Montgomery cherries, blueberries, strawberries, peaches, and cranberries for sweet snacking without the guilt. Or, if you do need a little extra sweetness in your snacking routine, a few of the rich dark chocolate or creamy Greek yogurt covered berries will send you into sweet tooth bliss.
I like to grab a small handful here and there to satisfy my sweet cravings, but dried fruit is an awesome addition to for your recipes too! I love using the Montgomery tart cherries in my baked goods because they are plump and delicious and pack a lot of flavor into each bite.
You could even jazz up a salad and toss in a bit of the dried fruit. My favorite way is in a blueberry pecan salad. I just use my favorite greens, then add in a few pecans and a handful of dried blueberries, finished off with a light vinaigrette dressing and I'm all set. Yum!
Or, if you are looking for a quick and easy dessert option, make a simple 2 ingredient blueberry bark.
Line a rimmed baking sheet with wax paper. Melt a package of white melting chips according to package directions. Pour melted mixture onto a wax paper, spreading with the back of a spoon into an even layer. Sprinkle on desired amount of the Stoneridge Orchards dried blueberries. Place baking sheet into the fridge to allow the bark to set. Once hardened, break into bite sized pieces. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container and use within 1 week.
The recipe options are endless with Stoneridge Orchards dried fruits. Be sure to check out their website for more recipe inspiration. Stoneridge Orchards dried fruits are all-natural, GMO-free, and kosher certified. You can find them in food retailers nationwide.
What kind of recipes do you think would work best with dried fruits?
