How to Dry Plums

Step 1

Wash your plums in a bowl of water and do a final rinse.

Step 2

Cut the plums in half and remove the pit

Step 3

If your plums are thick cut them again into slices lengthwise.

Step 4

Place plums on the dehydrator tray.

Step 5

Place tray into dehydrator and dry at 135 degrees for about 6 hours or until the plums are dry and no moisture remains.

Step 6

Let the dried plums cool.

Step 7

Then pack into heavy freezer bags that can be sealed tightly or pack into jars with an oxygen pack with a tight fitting lid.

Step 8

Dried plums when properly dried can be stored up to 12 months.