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Dehydrated fruits are fruits from which water has been gently removed through a controlled drying process. This traditional method allows long preservation at room temperature while maintaining the fruit’s natural character, texture and flavor.

Appreciated for their naturally soft texture and concentrated taste, dehydrated fruits are easy to integrate into everyday life. They can be enjoyed as they are or used as dehydrated fruits for recipes, in cooking as well as in baking.

What are dehydrated fruits?

Dehydration consists of gradually removing the water contained in the fruit in order to extend its shelf life. This process limits microbial development while respecting the structure, aromas and identity of the fruit.

When stored under proper conditions, dehydrated fruits can be kept for up to one year at room temperature.

Traditions and culinary uses

Used for centuries in many food cultures, dehydrated fruits are valued both for their practicality and their versatility. They are commonly used in sweet recipes, baking, desserts and homemade preparations.

Dehydrated fruits for recipes are widely used in baking, desserts and everyday cooking. Their stability and long shelf life make them a practical ingredient for both simple and elaborate preparations.

Fruit dehydration is a traditional preservation method that allows fruits to be enjoyed year-round while maintaining their natural taste and texture.

Often referred to as dried fruits in everyday language, dehydrated fruits are appreciated for their ease of storage and their wide range of culinary applications, alongside other dried fruit products.

To better understand the drying process and its history, you can consult the dedicated page on food dehydration.

You can also discover our other fruit-based products in the candied fruits category.

Candied fruits are an emblematic part of French gourmet tradition. Made in Provence, they reflect a recognised artisanal know-how focused on enhancing fruit through sugar.

The fruit candying process is based on a gradual method where the natural water content of the fruit is slowly replaced with sugar. This gentle process preserves the fruit’s shape, ensures a tender texture, and intensifies its natural aromas.

Thanks to their glossy appearance and rich flavour, candied fruits from Provence are widely appreciated in pastry making. They are used in many traditional recipes, as well as for dessert decoration and contemporary sweet creations.

Candied fruits can also be incorporated sparingly into gourmet preparations to add colour, texture, and aromatic depth.

Discover how candied fruits are made

For a different approach to fruit, closer to its original structure, you can also discover our dehydrated fruits.

Dried fruits include a wide variety of fruits preserved through traditional drying methods or naturally low in water. In this category, you can buy dried fruits selected for their quality, such as almonds, walnuts, dates and raisins.

Our selection includes dried fruits almonds, dried fruits walnuts and dried fruits dates, suitable for everyday snacking as well as for cooking and baking. These products can be enjoyed on their own or used in sweet and savoury recipes.

This dried fruits category is designed to help customers discover and buy dried fruits adapted to different daily uses, with a clear focus on taste, versatility and quality.

👉 To better understand what dried fruits are, their differences from dehydrated or candied fruits, and their common uses, please visit our dried fruits reference page.

For official nutritional information, you may also consult the USDA FoodData Central database.

Frequently asked questions about dried fruits

What products can be found in the dried fruits category?
This dried fruits category includes almonds, walnuts, dates, raisins and other traditionally dried fruits.

Why buy dried fruits?
Buying dried fruits offers convenient and versatile ingredients suitable for everyday consumption and culinary uses.

The category Chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies brings together carefully selected chocolate treats and fruit-based delicacies, combining chocolate intensity, fruit expression, and refined indulgence.

Please note: chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies are offered exclusively during the end-of-year festive season. Outside this period, the category remains accessible for fruit-based delicacies available all year round.

It includes chocolate-covered candied fruits and chocolate confectionery, available seasonally, as well as fruit-based delicacies that can be enjoyed throughout the year.

In practice: chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies are mainly enjoyed during festive moments at the end of the year, while fruit-based delicacies such as Turkish delight and fruit jellies remain available all year round.

This selection is intended for those who appreciate thoughtful gourmet choices, shared pleasures, and carefully selected chocolate treats and fruit-based delicacies.

To extend the gourmet experience, some recipes highlight chocolate-covered candied fruits and fruit-based delicacies, available in our selection of candied fruit recipes.

Frequently asked questions about chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies

What products can be found in this category?

The chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies category includes chocolate-covered candied fruits and chocolate confectionery offered during the festive season, as well as fruit-based delicacies available all year round.

Direct answer: the selection combines seasonal chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies with fruit-based delicacies accessible throughout the year.

Which specialties are offered during the festive season?

During the end-of-year festivities, chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies include chocolate-covered candied orange sticks, chocolate-coated candied orange slices, chocolate-covered candied cherries, and vanilla marshmallows coated in chocolate.

These chocolate-covered candied fruits are appreciated for their balance between fruit texture and chocolate coating.

Are chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies available all year round?

No. Chocolate-covered candied fruits and chocolate-coated marshmallows are offered exclusively during the end-of-year festive season.

Short answer: chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies are deliberately offered on a seasonal basis.

Which fruit-based delicacies are available all year round?

Fruit-based delicacies such as Turkish delight and fruit jellies are available throughout the year. These fruit-based delicacies can be enjoyed during refined gourmet moments at any time.

Why are chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies associated with the festive season?

Chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies are traditionally associated with the end-of-year festive season due to their indulgent character and frequent presence during moments of celebration.

Direct answer: chocolate treats fruit-based delicacies are emblematic sweets of the festive season.

For a general definition of confectionery, reference works such as Larousse provide an authoritative overview.

The fruity energy mixes category brings together assortments designed to accompany active moments throughout the day. These fruity energy mixes combine dried fruits, nuts and fruit-based ingredients selected for their complementarity. They fit easily into a gourmet routine, balancing pleasure, variety and a feeling of natural vitality.

Fruity energy mixes for everyday vitality

Fruity energy mixes are based on simple combinations of ingredients commonly enjoyed in daily diets: dried fruits, nuts and fruit pieces. The focus is on taste and practicality, offering varied textures and balanced flavours in an easy-to-enjoy format.

Fruity energy mixes with dried fruits and nuts

This category may include different types of compositions, depending on preferences and uses:

• Small vitality-style mixes with fruits and nuts
• Trail mix or mendiant-style assortments
• Dried fruits such as cranberries
• Natural almonds and other nuts

Each mix highlights a balance between sweetness, crunch and fruity notes.

Each vitality mix combines energy dried fruits, dried fruits and nuts. These blends work as a convenient fruity snack, easy to enjoy at any time of day. A fruit and nut mix fits naturally into a simple and gourmet daily routine.

When to enjoy fruity energy mixes?

Fruity energy mixes can be enjoyed easily:

• During a break in the day
• Before or after an activity
• As part of breakfast or a snack
• In a convenient, on-the-go format

A simple, natural and gourmet approach

Without excessive claims, these mixes focus on pleasure and dietary variety. Ingredients are selected for their taste qualities and their natural place in everyday food habits.

Learn more about dried fruits

To better understand what dried fruits are and how they are produced, you can consult this explanatory resource:
Dried fruits – definition and uses (Wikipedia)