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Create something delicious with California Prunes.
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Great flavor starts long before anything reaches the kitchen. During California Farmer and Farmworker Month, meet some of the people whose hard work keeps California-grown food on our tables.

Read more: https://californiagrown.org/farmer-farm-worker-month/

#CAPrunes #CAGROWN #farmersandfarmworkers @cafoodandag by @caprunes

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12 hours ago

Cold vanilla ice cream, warm caramelized California Prunes and a drizzle of fruity olive oil make a very convincing case for upgrading dessert tonight. Creamy, chewy, caramel-y and just a little unexpected.

Try this recipe from @mackievicz: https://californiaprunes.org/recipe/olive-oil-ice-cream-with-caramelized-prunes/

Ingredients:

4 pitted California Prunes halved or torn into large pieces
2 to 3 large scoops good-quality vanilla ice cream
1 TBSP fruity extra-virgin olive oil
Caramel sauce for drizzling, optional
Instructions

Place a small skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of the olive oil, just enough to coat the bottom of the pan in a thin layer.
Add the prunes, cut-side down if using halves, and let them warm undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes so the surface can caramelize.
Turn the prunes once and cook for another minute or so, until the edges look slightly crisp and the centers are soft and chewy.
Scoop the cold vanilla ice cream into a small serving bowl.
Spoon the warm prunes over the ice cream. Drizzle the remaining extra-virgin olive oil over the top, then finish with caramel sauce, if using.
Serve immediately while the prunes are still warm.

#CAPrunes #CAGROWN #oliveoilicecream by @caprunes

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a day ago

Cookie dough flavor without turning on the oven? We’re listening. These Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dough Snack Bites from @atable_defloured pair chewy California Prunes with pumpkin, warm spices, almond butter, chocolate chips and a little sea salt for a very fall way to snack.

Get the recipe: https://californiaprunes.org/recipe/pumpkin-spice-cookie-dough-snack-bites/

Ingredients:

12 large pitted California Prunes
½ cup finely ground almond flour
3 TBSP creamy almond butter
2 TBSP pumpkin purée
2 TBSP pure maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract
¾ tsp pumpkin pie spice
Pinch of fine sea salt
2 TBSP mini chocolate chips plus more for topping
⅓ cup white chocolate chips
1 tsp coconut oil optional
Flaky sea salt for finishing
Instructions

Line a small plate or baking sheet with parchment paper.
Gently open each prune and flatten slightly. Arrange the prunes on the prepared plate.
In a small bowl, stir together the almond flour, almond butter, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and sea salt.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips. The mixture should be soft but scoopable. If it feels too sticky, stir in another tablespoon of almond flour.
Scoop about 1½ teaspoons of filling into each prune. Press the prune gently around the filling, leaving some visible at the top.
Place the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the stuffed prunes.
Top with additional mini chocolate chips, a pinch of pumpkin pie spice, and a little flaky sea salt.
Refrigerate for about 15 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.

#CAPrunes #CAGROWN #pumpkinspice by @caprunes

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2 days ago

NEW MENU ITEM. Pumpkin and prunes, dressed for fall.

I made this cozy stunner for @cherrybombe × @caprunes’ She’s My Cherry Pie After Dark: roasted pumpkin @tehachapigrainproject Sonora cake, pumpkin seed oil mousse, bay leaf prune caramel, and malted brown sugar buttercream.

Prunes and caramel together! Deep, jammy, buttery goodness. I couldn’t leave this one at the party.

Now on the fall menu at @redbread in collaboration with @caprunes. Order link in my bio.

#CaliforniaPrunes #CherryBombe #ShesMyCherryPie #RedBread taken in Los Angeles, California by @caprunes

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3 days ago

The @caprunes Prune Posse sure knows how to have a good time!! One of the many delicious recipes from @cherrybombe I can't stop thinking about is this 🎇 Stormy Sparkler!🍾
The recipe is up on the @caprunes page.

And their designs and swag were unmatched! My 7yo rolled up to school in this XS prune tee today! Prunes are back baby!! by @caprunes

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4 days ago

Close out California Wine Month with a little sparkle. The Stormy Sparkler gives the classic Dark & Stormy a California Prune twist, combining bold flavor, bubbles and rich fruit character in a cocktail that knows how to make an exit. Please sip responsibly.

Get the recipe: https://californiaprunes.org/recipe/stormy-sparkler-champagne-cocktail/

4 ounces prune juice
2 ounces Chambord
6 ounces sparkling wine sparkling water or club soda
lime wedge
ice
Instructions

Fill a highball glass, tumbler or stemless wineglass 1/3 full with ice.
Add prune juice and Chambord, stir to combine.
Top with sparkling wine or sparkling water, add a squeeze of lime and enjoy your Stormy Sparkler!

#CAPrunes #cagrown #cocktail @california.wines by @caprunes

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4 days ago

Back from Paso Robles, where I got to bake with California prunes and talk sweet treats with Jessie Sheehan, Kyra Johnson, and Traci Alderson at @cherrybombe She’s My Cherry Pie After Dark as part of the Farmers and Makers Weekend.

I loved being around so many women who grow, make, and cook the food we eat, many that I am honored to call friends. I was so inspired to hear Secretary Karen Ross speak throughout the weekend. Made a produce bouquet with @bakingthegoods! Had my first @thriftyicecream with @realcalifmilk! A dreamy @cafigs tasting led by @holajalapeno. Saw all my @cherrybombe friends. And the panel on women and farming—the stories of families and work carried across generations—broke my heart open. I’m still turning it over. And @casaplaya.wynn dinner blew me away!

Thank you to @cagrownofficial , @caprunes , and @cherrybombe for bringing us together, and to everyone who welcomed us in Paso. I was happy to bring my love of prune and California produce to the weekend. 💜

@jessiesheehanbakes @kyrasbakeshop @brownbuttercookiecompany @kimballavocados @masumoto_family_farm @casweetpotatoes @kerrybombe @katemillerspencer @jlohrwines @hopefamilywines @cafigs @realcalifmilk @calresilient @theavahotel @redbread @babe_farms @albaprovisionsandflowers

#sponsored #CaliforniaGrown #CaliforniaPrunes #cherrybombe #yearofthewomanfarmer taken in Paso Robles, California by @caprunes

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4 days ago

Introducing our new Sugar Plum Brown Butter Sea Salt Shortbread Cookie ✨

We’ve teamed up with @caprunes to bring you something extra sweet 💗

Made with rich browned butter, sweet California Prunes, toasted walnuts, and a warm blend of cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Each cookie is finished with sea salt and a pink cranberry-sugar dust for the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spiced 🍪

Shop online now! Sugar Plum will hit retail shelves by the end of the week!

#brownbuttercookieco #sugarplum #californiaprunes #shortbread #cookies by @caprunes

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5 days ago

Fiber does not have to arrive in a bowl of something beige. California Prunes offer beneficial fiber in a naturally sweet, pleasantly chewy package that fits easily into breakfast, snacks and recipes—proof that supporting digestive health can have considerably better flavor.

Learn more: https://californiaprunes.org/healthy-living/benefits-of-prunes/

#CAPrunes #cagrown #fiber by @caprunes

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18 days ago

National Coffee Day calls for a little something sweet on the side. Meet your new coffee-break favorite: Cinnamon Swirl Breakfast Cake with California Prunes. Warm cinnamon, buttery crumble and naturally sweet, jammy prunes make every sip-and-bite combo worth lingering over. Because coffee deserves better than a dry muffin.

Get the recipe: https://californiaprunes.org/recipe/breakfast-cake/

#CAPrunes #CAGROWN #coffeecake by @caprunes

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6 days ago

California Wine Month has arrived, which means it is officially time to treat the cheeseboard like a meal plan. California Prunes complement creamy cheeses, salty salumi and bold reds with rich sweetness and a pleasantly chewy bite—no culinary degree or tiny cheese knife required.

Learn more from our friend @thedelicious: https://thedeliciouslife.com/pinot-prune-jam-for-cheese-and-charcuterie-boards-recipe/

#caprunes #cagrown #wine @california.wines by @caprunes

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a month ago

Flaky pastry, tender apples, California Prunes and sprinkles: these homemade pop tarts are what happens when a childhood favorite gets very good taste. Bake a batch for breakfast, dessert or the entirely valid category known as “because it is Wednesday.”

Get the recipe: https://californiaprunes.org/recipe/homemade-apple-prune-pop-tarts/

For the jam:
12 ounces pitted California prunes roughly chopped
1 cup sugar
3 cups water
1 TBSP fresh orange juice
8 ounces roughly two small firm apples, peeled and diced
For the pastry:
Two pre-made all-butter pie crusts
3/4 cup Prune & Apple Jam below
1 TBSP cornstarch
1 egg whisked
1 cup powdered sugar
1-2 TSBP heavy cream
2 TBSP sugar sprinkles optional

Instructions

Make the Jam

Place 3 small plates in the freezer.

Set the diced apple aside. Blend the remaining jam ingredients until smooth, then transfer to a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until the mixture reaches 215°F (100°C).

Test a spoonful on a chilled plate. Continue cooking and testing until thickened, without exceeding 220°F (105°C).

Reserve 2 to 3 tablespoons jam and set aside. Stir the diced apple into the remaining jam and cool completely.

Make the Pop Tarts

Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.

Mix the cooled apple-prune jam with the cornstarch.

Roll the pie crusts to about 11 to 12 inches wide. Trim each into a 9-inch square and cut into three 3-inch strips. Reroll scraps to make 2 additional strips.

Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons filling onto one end of each strip. Brush the edges with beaten egg, fold over, and crimp with a fork.

Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden. Cool slightly.

Make the Glaze

Whisk powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon reserved smooth jam and 1 tablespoon heavy cream, adding more jam or cream as needed.

Drizzle over the pop tarts and add sprinkles, if desired. Let the icing set before serving.

#CAPrunes #CAGROWN #poptarts by @caprunes

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