National Cherry Pie Day

Gerbs Dried Cherry Pie Ingredients:

• 3 Cups Gerbs dried cherries (FF/100)
• 3 1/2 C. boiling water
• 1/4 C. all purpose GF Flour
• 1 C. sugar
• 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract

Gerbs Dried Cherry Pie Directions:

Pour boiling water over dried cherries, cover and let soak for 30 minutes. Turn burner on medium, simmer and add sugar and flour to thicken. Remove from heat, add vanilla extract. Pour into prepared pie crust (add top crust optional). Bake at 400 degrees for about 35 minutes.

Cherries are celebrated in music, bedtime stories, and with a U.S. holiday, National Cherry Pie Day, that occurs every February 20th. And it’s no wonder – fresh, juiced, and dried cherries are delicious in every way. With a long list of health benefits, cherries are a treat you can feel good about adding to your diet.

Here are some reasons why:

Cherries are High in Antioxidants

Gerbs dried cherries and other dried fruits and berries contain essential antioxidants, including anthocyanin, a substance that gives cherries their deep red coloring. These antioxidants work to prevent the development of free radicals (atoms in our bodies that can produce a negative chain reaction) and damage to our cells.

Cherries are Anti-Inflammatory and Pain Relieving

When the body contains too many free radicals, the immune system kicks into overdrive to fight off harmful reactions. Therefore, the high level of antioxidants in cherries may support the body reduce inflammation, aches, and pains.

Cherries are a Sleep Aid

Studies suggest cherries are a food source of melatonin, a natural hormone used by the body to attain deep and restful sleep. Environmental factors and illnesses can reduce melatonin levels and interrupt healthy sleep patterns. Therefore, the consumption of cherries may help provide a good night’s rest.

Cherries Contain Essential Nutrients

Cherries are a great source of natural fiber, potassium, copper, protein, iron, and carbohydrates. For more dietary info, check out Harmony House’s list of nutritional facts for our dried cherries.

Cherries May Lower Cholesterol

Cherries contain high levels of pectin, a dietary fiber commonly found in fruits. Studies suggest pectin may lower levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol.

Cherries May Lower Blood Sugar

The antioxidants in cherries have the potential to lower blood sugar levels by boosting the body’s natural insulin production.

Cherries are Immune Boosters

Dried cherries contain vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin E, all of which boost the immune system and help the body fight off illness.

Cherries are Delicious

Gerbs Dried Cherries make a great stand-alone snack or an addition to cereals and salads. Dried cherry powder also adds a burst of fresh flavor to smoothies, pies, or any sweet recipe of choice. Harmony House’s dried cherries are made with extra care in order to keep fruit the way it should be: sweet and nutritious! They are always 100% natural, non-GMO, gluten-free, and kosher, without any added sugars, additives or preservatives. Plus, we carefully remove the pits, so their delicious flavor is easy to enjoy.