Mariani Pitted Prunes

Mariani Pitted Prunes are an 18 oz package of resealable dried plums marketed as a premium, family-owned brand staple. You'd typically find this item in the dried fruit and baking aisle or the natural foods/snack section — shelved alongside other dried fruits, dates, apricots, raisins, and trail mixes, often near nuts and fruit-and-nut bars. The jar or TouchLock resealable pouch emphasizes convenience for grab-and-go snacking and pantry storage. Occasions for purchase include health-focused grocery trips, baking and holiday-prep lists, and everyday snack stocking for lunchboxes or cereal toppings. Brand messaging leans on heritage and trust — “family owned since 1906” — and targets shoppers seeking wholesome, familiar pantry staples, older adults interested in bone health, and parents looking for a sweet but “no sugar added” fruit option. Label characteristics highlight health halos: “No sugar added,” “good source of fiber & vitamin A,” and claims about bone health; there is no organic certification and the package names a preservative (potassium sorbate) and sunflower oil. Processing context: these are dried fruits that have been pitted and treated with a preservative and a bit of oil to preserve texture and prevent sticking. Sensory details: the prunes are soft, chewy, sticky and glossy, with deep sweet-fruit flavor and a dense, yielding texture; the oil gives a slight sheen and prevents clumping. Typical rituals include snacking straight from the pouch, chopping into oatmeal or baked goods, adding to cheese boards, or enjoying as a compact travel snack. The overall story: a traditional, convenient pantry fruit positioned between old-fashioned wholesomeness and modern packaged convenience.