In the world of breakfast pastries, the pop tart – along with its cousins the toaster strudel and toaster pastry, is in a kid-friendly category all on its own. This Homemade Apple & Prune Pop Tart recipe takes the hand pie-for-breakfast from it’s stale, boxed history into a fresh, flavorful new day. Try it with your favorite buttery pie crust or store-bought to save some time – either way, we’re pretty sure you won’t go back to the box. And you might not want to share with the kids.
View recipeWhat’s a prune farmer’s favorite way to eat prunes? Well, for the Mitchell family, the choice is easy: this Old-Fashioned Prune Cake recipe takes the (ahem) cake. A soft, prune-studded spice cake is covered in a buttery-sweet glaze that has everyone going back for another slice (or two.)
View recipePlain old cinnamon rolls can step aside. These fluffy buns are loaded with toasted pecans and chunks of California prune and topped with a glossy, buttery, sticky glaze for beyond-bakery flavor. This Incredible Pecan Sticky Bun recipe is definitely the way to take your breakfast-baking game to the next level.
View recipeCalifornia prunes and whole wheat flour make this Chocolate California Prune and Banana Bread by Chef Peter Sidwell a moist and delicious sweet treat!
View recipeFresh, bright, and energizing, this Tropical Prune Juice Smoothie is the perfect snack or quick breakfast on the go. The blend of fruity flavors will transport you to the tropics while you fuel up!
View recipeFrom Daniele Uditi, Executive Chef, Pizzana West Hollywood and Pizzana Brentwood, Los Angeles
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In memory of Dorothy Lindauer, Red Bluff, California
You can also use a fresh, homemade whipped cream frosting rather than a glaze – a Vasey family favorite!
View recipeBy Chris Mohr, PhD, RDN
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View recipeProvided by: Strength and Sunshine for the California Prune Board.
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