California Prunes are the not-so-secret ingredient that make everything from appetizers and salads to entrees and desserts irresistible – and they’re good for you, too.

As a premium dried fruit, California Prunes are underestimated for their delicious flavor and versatility. Add them to any recipe that uses dried fruits or that would benefit from their natural sweetness, with deep flavor notes and chewy texture. Think baked goods, chocolate desserts, even rice dishes, roasted vegetables, meat stews – and get a boost of flavor and nutrition.

a gingerbread house decorated with dried fruit and nuts

How to Make a Gingerbread House with Dried Fruits and Nuts

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three plates of Diner-style Rice Pudding Cheesecake with Cinnamon and California Prunes

Diner-style Rice Pudding Cheesecake

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Chocolate Dipped Prunes

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Caramelized Pecan Tart with Prunes

Bittersweet chocolate drizzled on top gives this Caramelized Pecan & Prune Tart a glamorous touch.…


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Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Cooling rack with Chewy Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate and Chopped Prunes. This riff on our Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies is inspired by one of our growers, who swaps the puree for chopped prunes, and uses dark honey from his own hives to give these an even richer flavor.

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California Prune Valentine Heart Chocolates Paul A. Young

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