Nuts and Fruit

Our Pecan nuts have a sweet nuttiness that is just begging to be used in puddings and all things sweet. They work particularly well alongside roasted and caramel flavours like Maple Syrup and Coffee.

Whole and half peanut kernels blanched by steaming.

Buchanans' fine desiccated coconut is a versatile form of pure coconut, which can be added to wide variety of recipes, both sweet and savoury. It also makes a pretty and tasty garnish for both cakes and biscuits.

Raisins are packed with natural fruit sugars and are a great source of energy. They can be used for baking, snacking or as a topping on breakfast cereals.

Mixed fruit is a delicious blend of juicy sultanas and candied citrus peels. It can be used in bakery recipes to add tangy sweetness to cakes, breads, buns and tray bakes.

A highly versatile natural sweetener for cakes, bakes, porridge and puddings. Useful for adding moisture and sweetness to gluten free baking with the stones/pits removed to make life easier!

Finest red cherries, preserved in a Maraschino flavoured syrup. Perfect for cocktails.

Whole blanched almonds have had their thin, russet coloured skins removed making them smooth in texture. They are perfect for making your own almond flour, almond paste, and other treats!

Currants are dried, black seedless grapes with an intense flavour. They are often used for scones, buns, cakes or puddings.

Dried soft Apricots.Characteristic orange/yellow appearance.Sweet with some sharpness and fruity flavour.Firm with body not tough or soggy

Naturally moist and flavoursome our Flaked Almonds are suitable for cake decorations and dessert topping. A great addition to your home-made muesli or snack mixes, in confectionery and much more.

Ground almonds have a lovely nutty flavour whilst having a high calcium content. Sometimes known as almond meal, ground almonds are particularly popular with customers on gluten-free diets.

Walnuts are a high source of protein, fibre and nutrients. Healthy and tasty, walnuts are great as a snack or addition to food, cooking or desserts.

Our pine nuts have a delicate sweet and nutty flavor that complements many recipes. Commonly used for pesto-making, salad topping as well as in pasta meals and in stir-fries.

Our cashew nuts are creamy, buttery and nutty in flavour. Try adding to curries, cakes and bread for added crunch. They work particularly well when added to banana bread or mixed into a nut roast.

Pistachios are used to garnish and add a savoury, nutty crunch to pasta and salads. Our shelled pistachios will lend an richness and depth to your cooking, whether that be sweet or savoury

Hazelnuts suit both sweet and savoury cooking. They are most commonly known for appearing in muesli mixes, flapjacks and chocolate bars. This nut is a nutritious ingredient containing good levels of Vitamin E, Choline and fibre.

Sultanas have a delicate flavour and are noted for their natural sweetness. They can be used for baking, snacking or as a topping on breakfast cereals.

Juicy cranberries ideal for baking or eating on their own.

Cooked chestnuts in a pouch.

BANANA CHIPS LIGHT YELLOW TO GOLDEN YELLOW SLICES.

Rich in colour, juicy and delicious our cherries will add moisture and definition to cakes and biscuits.

The peels are obtained from mature, undamaged and seasonal fruits. The fruits are brought into supplier in bulk, unloaded onto fruit silos and wahed with water. They are a mix of orange, yellow, and green peels and taste sweet.