Dried Fruits

What are Dried Fruits?

In this collection, dried fruits means exactly what it says, fruit that's had its moisture removed, whether that's plums turned into prunes, grapes into raisins, or pomegranate seeds into tangy anardana. You'll also find a couple of close relatives here, like apricot kernels and a traditional five-fruit mix. If you came looking for almonds, cashews, walnuts or pistachios, those live in our Nuts collection, this one is all about the fruit side of the pantry.

Types of Dried Fruits Available

Here's a quick look at what's in this collection, and where each one tends to earn its keep.

Dates

Medjoul Dates are the large, caramel-soft variety you eat on their own, no stuffing required, while Seedless Fardh Dates are firmer and less sticky — better suited to snacking on the go or packing into a lunchbox.

Raisins

Golden Raisins are the everyday, mild-tasting kind most kitchens already know; Seedless Black Raisins are sun-dried with a deeper, slightly tangier flavour; and Munakka Raisins — larger, with the seed still in, are the ones that show up in festive cooking, Ayurvedic use, and a good bowl of kheer.

Prunes

Dried Pitted Prunes and Chilean Prunes are both ready to eat straight from the pack, no pitting required, and remain one of the simplest ways to add fibre to your day — stewed, snacked on, or blended into a smoothie.

Blueberries

Dried Blueberries hold onto most of their tart-sweet flavour once dried — good straight in a trail mix, or scattered over yoghurt, oats, or a smoothie bowl.

Cranberries

Available sliced or as Canadian Whole Cranberries for the fuller berry, dried cranberries keep the same tang you'd expect fresh — useful in baking, granola, or eaten straight as a snack.

Goji Berries

Mildly sweet with a chewy bite not unlike a raisin, Dried Goji Berries are an easy stir-in for smoothie bowls, trail mixes, or a bowl of oats.

Sea Buckthorn Berries

Tart and vitamin-C-rich, these are usually the ingredients rather than the snack, think teas, juices, or a spoon stirred into a smoothie for a sour kick.

Zereshk Berries

Tiny, sour Zereshk Berries (barberries) are the ones behind Persian rice dishes like zereshk polo, and work just as well scattered over a biryani or pulao here.

Anardana

Anardana, dried pomegranate seeds — isn't really a snacking dried fruit at all. It's a souring agent, the kind that goes into chaats, kachoris and curries when a recipe needs tang without the moisture fresh pomegranate would bring.

Sweet Apricot Kernels

The seed from inside the apricot stone rather than the fruit itself — nutty, easy to eat raw or soaked overnight, and a common addition to trail mixes.

Panch Mewa Mix

For festive cooking, prasad, or just not wanting to buy five separate packs, the Panch Mewa Mix bundles five classic dried fruits together in the traditional combination used across Indian kitchens.

Dried Fruit Gift Boxes

Looking for a gift rather than a snack? Hampers like our Blooming Elegance Hamper and Regal Festive Charm Hamper are built around premium dried fruits for festive and wedding gifting, while our Festive Celebration Hamper mixes dried fruits with mukhwas and other gourmet extras in one box.

Why Choose Urban Platter Dried Fruits?

Every pack here is hand-sorted before it's sealed, no underripe prunes or dull, dried-out raisins hiding at the bottom, no piece passed off as whole when it isn't. Most packs come in multiple sizes, from small trial packs up to bulk, so you're not stuck buying more, or less, than you actually need. And because the same care that goes into sourcing goes into how it's packed and sealed, what reaches you tastes the way it should — nothing added, nothing missing.

Freshness and Quality You Can Trust

Dried fruits are only as good as how they're kept before they reach you. Ours are packed to keep out moisture and air. The two things that dry out a good date the wrong way and turn a good raisin hard — so what you open is close to what left our facility. Store them the same way once the pack's open (more on that below) and they'll hold their flavour and texture for weeks, not days.

Ways to Enjoy Dried Fruits Every Day

• Everyday snacking — a small handful of raisins, dates or prunes is still one of the simplest snacks there is
• Breakfast bowls — sprinkle over oats, dalia or muesli for texture and natural sweetness
• Smoothies — blend in a date or a few berries instead of reaching for sugar
• Baking — chopped dates, raisins and dried berries fold easily into cakes, cookies and breads
• Indian sweets and desserts — kheer, halwa, ladoos and barfis lean on dried fruits for both flavour and garnish
• Trail mixes — combine a few varieties for a portable, energy-dense snack
• Travel snacks — they don't spoil, don't melt, and don't need a fridge
• Festive serving — a bowl of mixed dried fruits, or a Panch Mewa Mix, is still a fixture on the table during Diwali, weddings and family get-togethers

Choosing the Right Dried Fruits for Your Needs

Not every dried fruit here serves the same purpose. Pitted dates and prunes are easier to cook with and eat on the go; whole ones hold their texture better if you're stewing or slicing them yourself. Tart options like anardana, sea buckthorn and zereshk berries work better as a cooking ingredient than a straight snack, while dates, raisins and prunes are sweet enough to eat on their own. And if you'd rather not choose, the Panch Mewa Mix gives you a bit of everything in one pack.

Dried Fruits for Gifting and Special Occasions

Dried fruits have always doubled as a gift in India — thoughtful without being extravagant, and useful whether or not the recipient has a sweet tooth. Our gift boxes and assorted packs are built for exactly that: festival gifting, birthdays, weddings, corporate hampers for clients and teams, or a simple box to carry to a family get-together. Around festivals in particular, a Panch Mewa Mix or an assorted box is as traditional a gift as it gets. They travel well, keep well, and read as considered rather than last-minute.

How to Store Dried Fruits Properly

Once a pack is opened, transfer the contents to an airtight container and keep it in a cool, dry place, a kitchen cabinet away from the stove works better than a spot near a window. Moisture is the main enemy: it can affect texture in dates, prunes and dried berries alike, softening them the wrong way or encouraging mold over time. Keep dried fruits away from direct sunlight, heat, and strongly-scented ingredients nearby. If you live somewhere humid, the refrigerator is a safe bet for anything you won't finish quickly.

Product and Dietary Information

All dried fruits in this collection are vegetarian. Nutritional information, allergen details, added sugar or sulphur content (used in some dried berries and cranberries as a colour preservative), and any other additives are listed on each product's pack and product page. Check the specific SKU rather than assuming it applies across the board. Country of origin, shelf life and storage instructions are printed on every pack too, since these vary between something like Chilean prunes and Himalayan apricot kernels.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dried Fruits

What dried fruits are available at Urban Platter?

This collection covers prunes, dates (Medjoul and Fardh), raisins (golden, black and munakka), exotic dried berries (goji, blueberry, cranberry, sea buckthorn and zereshk), anardana, sweet apricot kernels, our Panch Mewa Mix, and a range of festive gift hampers.

Which of these dried fruits are suitable for gifting?

Our Panch Mewa Mix, assorted packs, and dried fruit gift hampers are built specifically for gifting, festive, corporate or personal. Single-variety packs work well too if you know the recipient's favourite.

How should dried fruits be stored?

In an airtight container, in a cool, dry spot away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture. Refrigeration works well in humid climates or if a pack won't be finished quickly.

Are these dried fruits raw or roasted?

Everything in this collection is naturally dried rather than roasted — sun-dried, freeze-dried or air-dried depending on the product. None go through a roasting process the way nuts do; if you're after roasted nuts, our Nuts collection is the one to check.

Do the dried fruits contain added salt or sugar?

Some do, a few of our dried berries and cranberries carry added sugar or a touch of sulphur to help preserve colour and some don't, like our prunes and raisins. This is specified on each pack.

What is the shelf life of these dried fruits?

Shelf life varies by product and is printed on the pack along with the manufacturing date. As a general rule, unopened packs stored correctly last several months; once opened, use within a few weeks for the best texture and flavour.

Can these dried fruits be used in desserts and baking?

Yes, dates, raisins, prunes and dried berries are common additions to kheer, halwa, cakes, cookies and granola.

Shop Fresh and Premium Dried Fruits Online

Whether you're stocking your everyday pantry, building a healthier snacking habit, or picking out a gift box for someone who appreciates good food, this collection has a place to start. Explore the range, pick what suits how you'll actually use it — snacking, cooking, or gifting and add a pack, or a few, to your cart.