SO Organic Dried Apricots 1kg
Certified organic whole dried apricots with no sulphur dioxide, no added oil, no preservatives, and no sweeteners. Dark in colour - as they should be.
If you’ve only ever eaten commercially dried apricots, the colour of these will surprise you. Standard supermarket dried apricots are bright orange because they’re treated with sulphur dioxide (preservative 220), which maintains the vivid colour and extends shelf life but comes at the cost of a chemical preservative in every piece. These have none. Organic apricots dried without sulphur turn a deep amber-brown naturally, which is simply what a dried apricot actually looks like. The flavour is richer and more intensely apricot for it.
Santos Organics Dried Apricots are ACO certified organic, sourced from Turkey - the world’s largest apricot producer and home to the Malatya region which produces some of the finest dried apricots in the world. No sulphur dioxide, no added oil (some commercial brands coat dried fruit in vegetable or mineral oil to prevent sticking), no preservatives, no added sweeteners. Just apricots.
Source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, cobalt, manganese, and B vitamins.
Caution: a product advertised as seedless, shelled, or pitted may have a stray shell, seed, stone, or pit. Please take care, particularly for children.
Why people love them
- No sulphur dioxide (no preservative 220) - the dark colour is natural and correct
- No added oil, no preservatives, no sweeteners - whole dried apricots only
- Richer, more intensely apricot flavour than sulphured commercial varieties
- Source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, cobalt, manganese, and B vitamins
- ACO certified organic
- Sourced from Turkey, the world’s largest apricot producer
- Whole fruit, plump texture
- Vegan, gluten free, dairy free
- 1kg bulk bag
How to use them
- Snacking: eat straight from the bag - plump, sweet, and satisfying on their own
- Lunchboxes: a reliable, naturally sweet lunchbox addition for adults and children
- Trail mix: combined with nuts, seeds, and dark chocolate
- Muesli and granola: chopped and mixed through before or after baking
- Porridge and overnight oats: chopped and stirred through with cinnamon and honey
- Baking: chopped into muffins, fruit cake, ANZAC biscuits, and slices
- Stewed fruit: simmered with cinnamon, a little water, and orange zest as a warm dessert or breakfast topping with yoghurt
- Savoury cooking: Moroccan tagines, slow-cooked lamb, and rice dishes where dried fruit is traditional
- Chutney: chopped with dates, spices, and vinegar for a fruit chutney alongside cheese or cold meats
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Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Organic dried apricots without sulphur have a shorter shelf life than sulphured commercial varieties - use within 6 months of opening for best flavour. Refrigerate in warmer months.
Ingredients
100% certified organic dried apricots.
No sulphur dioxide. No added oil. No preservatives. No added sweeteners.
Vegan. Gluten free. Dairy free.
Caution: may contain a stray stone or pit despite being advertised as seedless. Please check before eating and take care with children.
May contain traces of tree nuts, peanuts, gluten, and other allergens (confirm from current batch label).
Country of origin: Product of Turkey.
Certification: ACO Certified Organic.
Why Santos Organics own-brand
Santos has been sourcing wholefoods for the Northern Rivers since 1978. Our own-brand range exists for the staples we wanted to make better, cleaner, and more accessible. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, every purchase supports our work in community food systems, environmental advocacy, and the Grow the Growers project.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
Santos Organics significantly impacts the local community and economy. Over the last three years, our investments in local employment, goods from local suppliers and distributors, rent, and hiring local tradespeople have retained over $26 million within the Northern Rivers. In the past year alone, $5.3 million was circulated back into the local economy through these efforts, supporting over 100 Northern Rivers-based suppliers and distributors. This investment sustains our community's vitality and unique culture. Employing over 70 local team members ensures money stays within the local economy, enhancing opportunities for community interaction and support. Our local suppliers share our vision of promoting creative, sustainable, and healthy product development, strengthening the reputation of the Byron Bay region as a hub for innovation and sustainability.
