Apple pieces

Apple pieces are dried or freeze-dried pieces of the fruit of the apple tree (Malus domestica). They are prepared by washing, coring, slicing, and then drying the fruit to remove moisture, which helps preserve them and concentrate their flavour.

Apple pieces are added to foods for their natural fruity flavour, texture, and colour. They are commonly found in breakfast cereals, muesli, fruit bars, baked goods, and particularly in tea blends where they contribute a subtle sweetness and aroma.

Apple pieces are a food ingredient, not a food additive, and therefore do not have an E-number or require authorisation on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. They are a source of dietary fibre and natural sugars. Consuming whole fruits and vegetables, including apples, is encouraged by the NHS as part of a balanced diet. There are no widespread controversies regarding the consumption of apple pieces at typical dietary levels.