Preserving fruit is a great way to capture the in-season taste year-round. Here's how freeze-dried and dehydrated fruit are different, and when they work best.

Freeze-dried fruit isn’t exactly cheap (one 1.2-ounce bag at Trader Joe’s is almost $3, and that’s a whole serving if you’re attempting to eat it in cereal form).

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Alternatively, dried fruit is fantastic for bringing a chewier element to the bars. Mix in dried cranberries, raisins, or even chopped apricots, prunes, or dates for extra sweetness.

Flavor is absolutely perfectly yummy and not too sweet. A healthier option for a sweet crunchy cereal with protein. Crunch is perfect, and the taste is loved by everyone in our house." ...

Fruit: Dried figs and banana chips Starch: Granola with dried berries (made with syrup, not honey) Extra: Vegan candied chocolate chips (yes, I like chocolate) The Allergy-Free Trail Mix ...