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    Dehydrated Cherries

    Published: Jul 7, 2021 · Modified: Aug 4, 2021 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 33 Comments

    Learn how to make Dehydrated Cherries in a dehydrator or the oven. You can use dried cherries for baked goods, salads, yogurt topping, a healthy snack, and more!

    dehydrated cherries in a bowl and fresh cherries on the side
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    Dehydrated cherries are one of my all-time favorite summer snacks and they are so easy to make. Every year we get an abundance of cherries from a local farm here in the Pacific Northwest and we allocate at least half of them for drying. There are also so many things you can use dried cherries for, keep reading for my suggestions below!

    Once you have dehydrated fruit either in a dehydrator or the oven, you will realize just how easy it is to preserve delicious summer fruits for months to come. Check out my posts for Dehydrated Strawberries, Dehydrated Oranges, and Dehydrated Pears for more ideas.

    How to Make Dehydrated Cherries in a Dehydrator

    1. Wash, de-stem, and pit the cherries.
    2. You can either slice each cherry in half or leave them whole (see notes in the recipe card).
    3. Place each cherry on the dehydrator rack until the entire level is full. Fill all of the levels, making sure to leave room around each cherry so that the air can circulate them.
    4. Place the lid on the dehydrator and set it to 135Âș. It will take anywhere from 6-10 hours for the cherries to fully dehydrate. Start checking them around 6 hours.
    • sliced cherries on a dehydrator tray
      sliced bing cherries
    • whole rainier cherries in a dehydrator
      whole rainier cherries

    Can you Dry Cherries in the Oven?

    Yes, you can dry cherries in the oven! Start by preheating the oven to 200ÂșF and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the cherries in the parchment paper with room to breathe around them. Cook them for 6-8 hours or until done. Flip the cherries over at hour 3. Allow the cherries to cool on the pan before you remove them.

    Can you freeze dehydrated cherries?

    Yes, you can freeze-dried cherries for up to 6 months. Place them in a sealed bag or container made for the freezer. They also freeze really well when vacuum sealed.

    What to do with Dried Cherries

    • Eat them as a healthy and easy snack
    • Use them in baked goods like muffins or scones
    • Put them on your favorite salad
    • Use them in homemade granola or granola bars
    • Put them on top of yogurt or oatmeal
    • Add them to your favorite pancake or waffle batter
    • Put them in a fruit crisp or pie filling

    My Favorite Dehydrator

    I have a Nesco dehydrator that I use all the time. I’ve had it for quite a few years and it is still as good as the day I got it. It’s pretty lightweight and is easy to clean...you can put the trays in the dishwasher! The only negative I can think of is that it does take up some space because it’s bulky. There are quite a few options for dehydrators out there, some are even bigger if you want to dehydrate a ton of food at once. The one shown below is a great beginner option.

    The Best Cherry Pitter

    I have tried a few different cherry pitters and this one is definitely my favorite. Handheld cherry pitters work, of course, but they take longer to pit 2 pounds of cherries and your hand will most likely be sore after a while. The cherry pitter shown below only does one cherry at a time, but it goes much faster and the pits fall into the bin below for easier cleanup. In my opinion, it's worth every penny if you like fresh cherries.

    More Cherry Recipes You Might Like

    • Fresh Cherry Tart Recipe
    • Easy Cherry Crumble Bars
    • Amarena Cherry Recipe
    • Luxardo Cherries Recipe
    dehydrated cherries in a bowl and fresh cherries on the side

    Dehydrated Cherries

    Learn how to make Dehydrated Cherries with this easy guide to use for a healthy snack or to add to baked goods and more.
    5 from 18 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 8 hours
    Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Calories: 44kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • dehydrator (or oven)

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds cherries rinsed, destemmed, and pitted
    • lemon juice (optional topping)

    Instructions

    • Wash, destem and pit the cherries. Place sliced or whole cherries on the trays (see notes). I prefer cutting them in half because they turn out more like dried cherries you would buy in the store. Place each cherry on the dehydrator rack until the entire level is full. Fill all of the levels, making sure to leave room around each cherry so that the air can circulate them. You can sprinkle with lemon juice if desired, but it's really not necessary.
      sliced cherries on a dehydrator tray
    • Place the lid on the dehydrator and set it to 135Âș. It will take anywhere from 6-10 hours for the cherries to fully dehydrate. Start checking them around 6 hours. You want them to be just a little rubbery but not wet. They will become more firm once they cool.
      cherries on a dehydrator tray after being dried

    Notes

    • You can either slice each cherry in half or leave them whole. Leaving them whole will obviously increase the dry time. I also increase the temp by 10-15Âș.
    • To make these in the oven, preheat the oven to 200ÂșF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cook them for 6-8 hours or until done. Flip the cherries over at hour 3. 
    • Store dried cherries in a sealable container in a cool dark place or freeze them for later.
    • Times will vary depending on how big the cherries are, the humidity, the outside and inside temperature at the time, and your dehydrator.
    • Always read the manual for your dehydrator and follow all safety recommendations. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoon | Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.8g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 1.4g | Sugar: 7.4g | Calcium: 11mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Diane says

      August 07, 2022 at 10:32 am

      5 stars
      I love my Nesco! But it actually took 24 hours to dry my sweet cherries. I thought that was awfully long.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 07, 2022 at 10:01 pm

        Hi Diane, that does seem a little long but it also depends on how dry you want your fruit, the climate, etc. Thanks for trying out the recipe!

        Reply
    2. Brianna May says

      July 12, 2021 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      Love it!

      Reply
    3. Gabriela says

      July 12, 2021 at 11:00 am

      5 stars
      This will make the perfect show stopping topper for my overnight oats, what an absolute treat.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 12, 2021 at 10:33 pm

        These are delicious on oats!!! Enjoy 😊

        Reply
    4. Lilly says

      July 11, 2021 at 6:39 pm

      5 stars
      Such a nice snack! Delish!

      Reply
    5. Mihaela|https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      July 11, 2021 at 4:48 pm

      5 stars
      What a great way to use cherries when not in season (which is always too short!) and preferably use them for Amarena:))

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 12, 2021 at 8:09 pm

        Wouldn’t it be wonderful if cherry season was all the time?!? đŸ€Ł

        Reply
    6. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      July 11, 2021 at 2:00 pm

      5 stars
      I've been thinking of buying a dehydrator but I really do not have any extra room for another appliance. These cherries look wonderful!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 12, 2021 at 8:09 pm

        You can make them in your oven
😁

        Reply
    7. Sarah says

      July 11, 2021 at 7:08 am

      5 stars
      Yum!I love cherries but the season is so short! What a great way tobe able to enjoy them for longer 🙂

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 11, 2021 at 1:57 pm

        We have a short cherry season too but now you can enjoy them all year long!

        Reply
    8. Anaiah says

      July 11, 2021 at 4:03 am

      5 stars
      I love making dehydrated fruit! These dehydrated cherries were delicious and they turned out perfectly. I added them as a topping to my smoothie bowls. Yum!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 11, 2021 at 1:57 pm

        Putting these cherries in a smoothie bowl is genius!! 😁

        Reply
    9. Bobbie says

      July 10, 2021 at 4:13 pm

      5 stars
      I just dehydrated strawberries and after reading this I will definitely try cherries! They look so good and I bet will be great in my oatmeal!!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 10, 2021 at 4:51 pm

        You are going to love them in oatmeal!!

        Reply
    10. Jeannie says

      July 10, 2021 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing this using the oven too! Id love to add these the next time I make scones.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 10, 2021 at 4:01 pm

        You are welcome, they will be delicious in scones!

        Reply
    11. Sue says

      July 10, 2021 at 12:40 pm

      5 stars
      I used to dehydrate fruit and for some reason got away from it. I need to dig out my dehydrator, cause these cherries are exactly what I am craving!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 10, 2021 at 4:01 pm

        Sometimes it’s a pain to drag it out, but once you do you won’t regret it!

        Reply
    12. Erin says

      July 10, 2021 at 2:44 am

      5 stars
      So simple! I am excited to have freshly dehydrated cherries to add to my salads!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 10, 2021 at 4:52 pm

        Dehydrated cherries are amazing in a salad
enjoy!

        Reply
    13. Brianna says

      July 10, 2021 at 2:41 am

      5 stars
      Love how this concentrated the cherry flavor!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 11, 2021 at 2:29 am

        It’s amazing what happens to fruit when it’s dehydrated!

        Reply
    14. Amy says

      July 09, 2021 at 8:40 pm

      5 stars
      I have the BEST dehydrator and we usually only dry apples! Can't wait to make cherries!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 11, 2021 at 2:30 am

        Since you know how good dehydrated fruit is already you will love these cherries. Enjoy!

        Reply
    15. Liz says

      July 09, 2021 at 7:27 pm

      5 stars
      Mine turned out perfectly. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 11, 2021 at 2:30 am

        Glad to hear it, Liz, you are welcome đŸ€—

        Reply
    16. Audrey says

      July 09, 2021 at 7:11 pm

      5 stars
      These were such a fun and tasty treat.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 10, 2021 at 4:04 pm

        I’m so glad you liked them!

        Reply
    17. Nora says

      July 09, 2021 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      What a great recipe! I love having dehydrated fruit at home to use later for oatmeal, rice pudding, etc.! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 10, 2021 at 4:02 pm

        Thanks, Nora, and you are welcome!

        Reply

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