Dried cranberries

Dried cranberries are the dehydrated fruits of the cranberry, a small bluish berry highly valued in cooking for its sweet and slightly acidic flavor. This ingredient provides a chewy texture and an intense sweet touch to a wide variety of recipes, from salads and desserts to breads and savory dishes.

The cranberry is native to North America, where it has been used since ancient times for both its nutritional properties and its characteristic flavor. Currently, dried cranberries are produced in different regions of the world through a dehydration process that concentrates their nutrients and flavor.

Regarding their properties, dried cranberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamins (especially vitamin C and vitamin K), dietary fiber, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Furthermore, they help improve urinary and digestive health, as well as strengthen the immune system. Due to their natural sugar content, their use in recipes should be balanced.

In different Latin American countries, dried cranberries may also be known simply as "dehydrated cranberries" or "cranberry raisins." However, the most common and recognized term is dried cranberries.