Apples, dried, sulfured, uncooked
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Dried sulfured apples are chewy, translucent, golden-hued slices with a concentrated sweet-tart apple flavor. The sulfur dioxide treatment preserves their bright color and prevents browning, resulting in a texture that's leathery yet tender. Nutritionally, they are a dense source of quick energy from natural sugars, with a notable fiber content of 8.7g per 100g.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 98% carbs · 1% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love them for their intense, concentrated apple sweetness and satisfying chewy texture, making them a perfect hiking snack or baking ingredient. They are a nostalgic treat in many cultures, often associated with homemade granola, trail mixes, and holiday baking.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (57g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, so individuals managing diabetes should practice strict portion control. The sulfur dioxide used as a preservative can trigger reactions in people with asthma or sulfite sensitivities. Tip: Pair a small handful with a protein source like nuts or cheese to slow sugar absorption and mitigate spikes.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick, portable energy source from natural fruit sugars.
- Good source of dietary fiber, supporting digestive health.
- Retains some vitamins and minerals from the fresh apple.
- Sulfur dioxide acts as a preservative, extending shelf life significantly.
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💡 Did you know?
The sulfur dioxide that keeps them golden is the same compound that gives fireworks their brilliant blue-green color.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 31.8 g |
| Energy | 243 kcal |
| Energy | 1017 kj |
| Protein | 0.93 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.32 g |
| Ash | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 65.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 8.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 57.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 14.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.4 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 38.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 450 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 87.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.20 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.19 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.09 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3.9 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin | 0.93 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.24 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.13 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 17.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 18.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.53 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.02 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.07 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.05 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.09 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.03 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.04 g |
| Leucine | 0.06 g |
| Lysine | 0.06 g |
| Methionine | 0.01 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.04 g |
| Arginine | 0.03 g |
| Histidine | 0.01 g |
| Alanine | 0.03 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.16 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glycine | 0.04 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
Why are they called 'sulfured'?
They are treated with sulfur dioxide gas during drying. This preservative prevents enzymatic browning, preserves the fruit's bright color, and inhibits microbial growth for a longer shelf life.
Are they healthier than fresh apples?
Not necessarily. Drying concentrates calories and sugars, so a small handful has the sugar of a whole fresh apple. They offer more fiber per weight but lack the water content and volume of fresh fruit.
How should I store them?
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dark place like a pantry. For long-term storage, refrigeration or freezing is best to prevent them from becoming overly hard or sticky.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.43 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 8.7 g fiber · 57.2 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.19 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.