When you’re shopping for dried strawberries with food allergies in mind, you want complete transparency about the facility where they were made. Gerbs Dried Strawberries are produced in our family-owned, dedicated allergen-free facility in Johnston, Rhode Island. Our facility has never processed gluten, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, dairy, eggs, sesame, or any of the 14 major allergens. No co-packers. No shared production lines. Every bag is handled by our own trained staff on equipment used exclusively for non-GMO, vegan, and kosher foods. That is the Gerbs Guarantee.

Dried strawberries (Fragaria × ananassa) are whole or sliced strawberries that have been carefully dried and sweetened with cane sugar to preserve their bright, fruity character. Strawberries are among the most fragrant of all fruits, their characteristic aroma comes from a complex mixture of esters, aldehydes, and furanones that persist even through the drying process, giving dried strawberries a distinctly vibrant flavor. The sweetening with cane sugar helps replace some of the moisture-driven freshness that drying removes, resulting in a chewy, intensely strawberry-flavored piece.

Strawberries are one of the richest fruit sources of vitamin C by fresh weight, and meaningful amounts carry through into the dried form. Their anthocyanin pigments, responsible for the red color, also contribute to their antioxidant profile.

Dried strawberries are whole or sliced strawberries (Fragaria × ananassa) that have been dehydrated and, in our case, sweetened with cane sugar to preserve their bright, fruity character. The garden strawberry is a hybrid species developed in 18th-century France from a cross between North American and Chilean wild strawberries. Today, California produces approximately 88% of U.S. strawberries. Strawberries are among the most fragrant of all fruits, their complex aroma profile includes over 350 individual volatile compounds. That aroma persists in the dried form, giving dried strawberries a distinctly vibrant fragrance and flavor. They are among the richest common fruit sources of vitamin C by fresh weight, with meaningful amounts carrying through into the dried product.

Vitamin C: Exceptional Concentration

Strawberries are one of the richest common food sources of vitamin C, USDA FoodData Central reports approximately 58.8 mg per 100g of fresh strawberries, exceeding oranges on a per-gram basis. The drying process causes some vitamin C degradation, but dried strawberries retain meaningful amounts of this essential nutrient. Vitamin C supports immune function, collagen synthesis, iron absorption from plant foods, and acts as a water-soluble antioxidant throughout the body.

Manganese

Strawberries are one of the better common food sources of manganese, USDA FoodData Central reports approximately 0.386 mg per 100g fresh. Dried strawberries concentrate this, contributing to the recommended intake of 1.8-2.3 mg daily. Manganese is a cofactor for superoxide dismutase (an antioxidant enzyme), plays roles in bone formation, and participates in carbohydrate and amino acid metabolism.

Folate (Vitamin B9)

Fresh strawberries provide approximately 24 µg of folate per 100g, a meaningful contribution toward the 400 µg daily recommendation for adults (600 µg for pregnant women). Folate is essential for DNA synthesis and repair, red blood cell formation, and neural tube development during early pregnancy. The NIH identifies folate as a critical nutrient for reproductive-age women.

Anthocyanins

Strawberries’ red color comes primarily from pelargonidin-3-glucoside, an anthocyanin that contributes to the fruit’s antioxidant capacity. Dried strawberries retain anthocyanin content, though some degradation occurs during processing. Anthocyanins are plant pigments studied for their antioxidant activity in the body.

Dietary Fiber

A 1 oz serving of dried strawberries provides approximately 2g of dietary fiber. Dietary fiber from fruit supports digestive health and contributes to the recommended 25-38g daily intake. As with all foods, individual results may vary. Gerbs makes no medical claims.

Serving Size: 1 oz (28g) | Calories: 85 | Total Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 2mg | Total Carbohydrate: 22g | Dietary Fiber: 2g | Total Sugars: 19g (includes added sugar) | Protein: 0.6g | Potassium: 183mg (4% DV) | Vitamin C: 9mg (10% DV) | Folate: 18µg (5% DV) | Manganese: 0.3mg (13% DV)

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

Dried strawberries are chewy and aromatic with a vibrant, distinctly strawberry character, fruity, slightly floral, and bright. The sweetening with cane sugar amplifies the berry’s natural sweetness while preserving its characteristic fragrance. These are among the more aromatic dried fruits, with a scent that closely recalls fresh strawberries. The texture is dense and chewy with a slight stickiness. Their vivid color and flavor make them visually and culinarily appealing in granola, yogurt, trail mixes, and oatmeal.

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Straight Snacking

Dried strawberries are aromatic and vivid, a snack that delivers genuine sensory satisfaction with their intense strawberry fragrance and chewy, flavorful texture. They are particularly popular with children as a naturally fruit-flavored snack that tastes more like candy than most straightforward dried fruits. Portion into small bags for lunchboxes and on-the-go snacking.

Oatmeal and Yogurt

Add dried strawberries to oatmeal or yogurt parfaits for a vibrant flavor addition. They soften partially in yogurt and in hot oatmeal, releasing their strawberry character into the surrounding food. Pair with vanilla yogurt and granola for a simple, flavorful breakfast that requires no fresh fruit.

Baking

Use dried strawberries in scones, muffins, quick breads, and granola bars. Their intense flavor concentrates further during baking. Strawberry-lemon is a natural pairing, add dried strawberries and lemon zest to scones or pound cake for a bright, summer-flavored baked good. They hold their color through baking at moderate temperatures.

Trail Mix

Dried strawberries add both flavor and visual appeal to trail mixes, their vivid red color stands out in a mix and their fragrant flavor makes the overall mix more interesting. Combine with dried blueberries, banana chips, and sunflower seeds for a mix that looks as good as it tastes.

Dessert Garnishes

Use dried strawberries as a garnish on cakes, cupcakes, panna cotta, and chocolate desserts. Their intense strawberry flavor and concentrated sweetness make them an effective garnish that adds actual flavor rather than just visual appeal. Press into frosting or place on top of finished desserts just before serving.

Store Gerbs Dried Strawberries in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from direct sunlight. Light exposure can cause color fading in red-pigmented dried fruits over time. Unopened, they keep for up to 12 months. After opening, consume within 2-3 months for best color, aroma, and flavor. Refrigeration after opening is recommended in warm or humid climates to preserve the aromatic volatile compounds that give dried strawberries their distinctive fragrance.