Drying Figs: How To Dehydrate Fresh Figs - Keeping The Peas

Drying figs is a great way to enjoy them all year long! Fresh figs are abundant during the summer months, but when winter hits, fresh figs are difficult to get your hands on! However, dehydrating figs is a simple process! They make for an excellent snack, can be used in baked goods, or as a natural sweetener.

Jar of dried figs beside whole figs, and dried fig pieces.

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When it comes to snacking, fruit is my go-to! It’s naturally sweet and usually full of fiber which keeps me feeling full and satisfied.

Dried fruit is also a great snack, however, most dried fruit that you buy at the store is full of added sugar! In fact, some are even crystallized with sugar, making them more of a dessert than a healthy snack option.

When I discovered the easy way to dehydrate fruit at home, it was a total game changer! While fruit is in abundance during the summer months, when winter hits your choices for fresh fruit become limited. I usually end up stocking up on the basics including apples, citrus fruits, and bananas.

But what about those summer fruits you love? Do you have to wait a full year for summer to roll around to enjoy them again? No! You can dry your fruit so that it can be enjoyed for several weeks or even months. Drying your favorite summertime fruits makes them easily accessible all year long!

One of my ultimate favorite fresh fruits is figs! They have such a beautiful texture and sweet flavor! There are also numerous fig recipes you can use with these dried figs! Drying figs is a simple process. No sugar or extra ingredients are required!

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