When you’re shopping for dried pineapple with food allergies in mind, the processing environment determines whether a product is truly safe for your household. Gerbs Dried Pineapple is made in our family-owned, dedicated allergen-free facility in Johnston, Rhode Island. Our facility has never handled gluten, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, dairy, eggs, sesame, or any of the 14 major allergens. No co-packers. No shared production lines. Every piece is processed by our own trained staff on equipment used exclusively for non-GMO, vegan, and kosher foods. That is the Gerbs Guarantee.

Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit native to South America that is cultivated widely across Hawaii, the Philippines, Costa Rica, and Thailand. Its signature flavor, bright, acidic, and intensely sweet, comes from a combination of natural sugars and citric and malic acids. Our sweetened dried pineapple contains added cane sugar, which deepens the sweetness and helps achieve that chewy, slightly sticky texture characteristic of quality dried pineapple. Pineapple contains bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme that has drawn scientific interest for its potential role in protein digestion.

Whether you’re buying rings or cubes, our sweetened pineapple products offer the same quality fruit from the same allergen-free facility. For a no-sugar option, see our Dried Pineapple Chunks with No Sugar Added.

Dried pineapple rings and cubes are fresh pineapple (Ananas comosus) that has been dehydrated until shelf-stable, concentrating the fruit’s natural sweetness, acidity, and bromelain enzyme content. Pineapple is a tropical plant native to South America, likely originating in the region between southern Brazil and Paraguay, and was spread globally by European explorers beginning in the late 15th century. Today, Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Brazil are among the top producing countries. Our sweetened dried pineapple contains added cane sugar, which enhances the fruit’s natural sweetness and contributes to the characteristic chewy texture. Bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme found in pineapple, has been the subject of scientific study for its potential role in protein digestion.

Bromelain: Proteolytic Enzyme

Pineapple is the primary dietary source of bromelain, a complex of proteolytic (protein-digesting) enzymes found in both the fruit and stem of the pineapple plant. Bromelain has been studied for its potential role in protein digestion. Some enzymatic activity persists in dried pineapple, though concentrations are lower than in fresh or juiced fruit.

Vitamin C

Fresh pineapple is an excellent source of vitamin C, USDA FoodData Central reports approximately 47.8 mg per 100g. The drying process causes some loss, but dried pineapple contributes meaningfully to daily vitamin C intake. Vitamin C supports immune function, collagen synthesis, and antioxidant protection.

Manganese

Pineapple is one of the most concentrated common food sources of manganese, USDA FoodData Central reports approximately 0.927 mg per 100g of fresh pineapple, providing roughly 40% of the daily adequate intake. Manganese is essential for bone formation, carbohydrate metabolism, and serves as a cofactor for superoxide dismutase (antioxidant enzyme).

Natural and Added Energy

Sweetened dried pineapple provides readily available carbohydrate energy from both natural fruit sugars and added cane sugar, making it a practical portable snack and high-energy recipe ingredient.

Dietary Fiber

Dried pineapple provides approximately 1-2g of dietary fiber per ounce, contributing to digestive health and the recommended daily intake of 25-38g. As with all foods, individual results may vary. Gerbs makes no medical claims.

Serving Size: 1 oz (28g) | Calories: 77 | Total Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 2mg | Total Carbohydrate: 20g | Dietary Fiber: 1.3g | Total Sugars: 16g (includes added sugar) | Protein: 0.3g | Potassium: 68mg | Vitamin C: 7mg (8% DV) | Manganese: 0.68mg (30% DV)

Values are approximate and based on USDA FoodData Central data for sweetened dried pineapple. Actual values may vary by batch.

Sweetened dried pineapple has one of the most vivid tropical flavor profiles of any dried fruit, bright, acidic, intensely sweet, and unmistakably pineapple. The cane sugar amplifies the natural sweetness while the pineapple’s natural acidity keeps the flavor lively. The texture is pleasantly chewy with a slight stickiness. The acid-sweet balance makes dried pineapple a natural partner for both sweet and savory applications.

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Straight Snacking

Sweetened dried pineapple rings and cubes are vivid, flavorful snacks with that bright, acidic pineapple character that few other dried fruits can match. The sweet-tart balance makes them genuinely enjoyable to eat in quantity and they satisfy a tropical fruit craving year-round regardless of fresh pineapple availability or season.

Baking

Chop dried pineapple and fold into hummingbird cake, carrot cake, pineapple upside-down cake variations, or tropical muffins and quick breads. The dried form contributes concentrated pineapple flavor without releasing the water that fresh pineapple can contribute, which can affect batter consistency in some recipes.

Tropical Salsa

Finely chop dried pineapple and combine with fresh lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro for a tropical salsa that works year-round. The sweetness and acidity of the dried pineapple provide the salsa’s backbone alongside the heat of the pepper. Serve with grilled proteins or alongside plantain chips for an allergen-free appetizer.

Smoothies

Soak dried pineapple in water or coconut water for 10-15 minutes before adding to a blender. The concentrated sugars provide natural sweetness and the bromelain enzyme adds a functional ingredient dimension to tropical smoothies. Blend with mango, coconut milk, and banana for a complete tropical smoothie.

Trail Mix

Pineapple pieces are a popular trail mix component, their bright acidity prevents trail mix from tasting monotonously sweet and provides a refreshing contrast to richer, heavier components like banana chips and dates. Combine with dried mango, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.

Store Gerbs Sweetened Dried Pineapple in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Unopened, it keeps for up to 12 months. After opening, consume within 3 months for best flavor and texture. Pineapple’s natural acids can affect the flavor of surrounding foods in a mixed storage container, keep in a dedicated container. In humid climates, refrigeration after opening is recommended. Large format bags should be subdivided after opening.