Dried Apple Slices | Unsweetened

Dried Apples.

Unsweetened dried apple slices are chewy with a firm bite and a concentrated apple flavor, brighter and more intense than fresh apple. The natural sugars in the fruit produce genuine sweetness with no additions. Depending on the apple variety used, the flavor can range from honey-sweet to mildly tart. The texture is dense and satisfying without being tough. These slices work well as a standalone snack or layered into oatmeal and baked goods.

Store Gerbs Dried Apple Slices in a cool, dry location in an airtight container. Unopened, they keep for up to 12 months. After opening, consume within 3-4 months for best flavor and texture. Dried apple slices can absorb ambient moisture if left in an open container, which softens their texture. In humid climates, storing in the refrigerator in an airtight container after opening will extend freshness. Do not store near strong-smelling foods, dried apple can absorb surrounding odors.

When you’re shopping for dried apple slices with food allergies in mind, you want to know exactly where your food was processed. Gerbs Unsweetened Dried Apple Slices are made in our family-owned, dedicated allergen-free facility in Johnston, Rhode Island. Our facility has never handled gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, crustaceans, mollusks, milk, eggs, sesame, or any of the 14 major allergens. No shared production lines. Every piece is processed by our own trained staff on dedicated kosher-certified equipment.

Dried apple slices are simply fresh apples (Malus domestica) that have had their moisture removed through careful dehydration, concentrating their natural sugars, dietary fiber, and polyphenol content. No sweeteners are added, the sweetness you taste is entirely the apple’s own. Varieties like Fuji, Gala, and Granny Smith each bring slightly different flavor profiles to dried form, from honey-sweet to bright and tart. The result is a chewy, intensely apple-flavored snack that works well straight from the bag, stirred into oatmeal, or added to baked goods.

Apples are among the most studied fruits in nutrition research, with their fiber and polyphenol content, including quercetin, drawing considerable scientific interest. Dried apple slices retain these compounds alongside natural fruit sugars and a satisfying chew.

Dried apple slices are fresh apples (Malus domestica) that have been cut into rounds or segments and dehydrated until their moisture content drops low enough for shelf stability. Apples have been cultivated for at least 4,000 years, with origins in Central Asia in the region of modern Kazakhstan. Today, thousands of named cultivars exist, ranging from intensely sweet (Fuji, Honeycrisp) to sharply tart (Granny Smith). The drying process concentrates the apple’s natural sugars, fiber, and polyphenols into a chewy, intensely flavored slice. No sweeteners are added to Gerbs Dried Apple Slices, the sweetness comes entirely from the fruit itself.

Dietary Fiber

Dried apple slices provide approximately 3.7g of dietary fiber per 1 oz (28g) serving. Apples contain both soluble fiber (including pectin) and insoluble fiber.

Quercetin and Polyphenols

Quercetin is a flavonoid concentrated in the apple skin. USDA FoodData Central confirms that dried apples retain polyphenols through the drying process, though specific concentrations vary by variety and processing method.

Vitamin C

The NIH recommends 75-90 mg daily for adults.

Potassium

A 1 oz serving of dried apple slices provides approximately 150 mg of potassium. Apples are a recognized source of potassium in the USDA FoodData Central database.

Low Sodium, No Added Sweeteners

Gerbs Dried Apple Slices contain no added sweeteners and virtually no sodium, making them one of the cleanest single-ingredient dried fruit options available. The natural sugar content from the fruit itself provides sweetness without any supplemental sweeteners. As with all foods, individual results may vary. Gerbs makes no medical claims.

Straight Snacking

Unsweetened dried apple slices are a naturally sweet, chewy snack with no additions. Their concentrated apple flavor and firm chew make them satisfying on their own, a clean alternative to processed snack foods for school lunches, afternoon snacks, and travel. The 3.7g of fiber per ounce makes them more filling than many snack choices of similar calorie count.

Oatmeal and Hot Cereals

Add dried apple slices to oatmeal or overnight oats before cooking or soaking, the apple pieces rehydrate in the liquid and soften to a tender, chewy texture that integrates naturally with the oats. The apple’s natural sugars sweeten the oatmeal without added sweeteners. Pair with cinnamon for a classic combination.

Baking

Dried apple slices work in muffins, quick breads, scones, and pancakes. Chop them before adding to batters. They rehydrate partially during baking and deliver concentrated apple flavor. Use in apple-cinnamon muffins in place of fresh apple for a more intense flavor and longer shelf life of the finished product.

Cheese Boards

Dried apple slices are a natural addition to cheese and charcuterie boards, their sweet-tart flavor pairs well with aged cheddar, brie, and sharp cheeses. They provide a fruity counterpoint to salty and savory elements without the moisture of fresh fruit that can affect crackers and cheese on a board.

Salads

Add to autumn salads with mixed greens, arugula, or kale alongside pumpkin seeds and a light vinaigrette. The chewy apple pieces provide flavor and texture contrast without wilting like fresh apple can when prepared ahead of time.