Prune Juice

Once opened, store prune juice in the refrigerator and consume within 7 days. Unopened cartons can be stored at room temperature until the expiration date.

Use prune juice in marinades for pork, chicken, or duck to add a subtle sweetness and moisture.

Incorporate a splash into baked goods like gingerbread or fruitcakes for a deeper flavor and richer color.

It can be used to sweeten smoothies or mixed drinks.

Consider it a natural sweetener in some recipes, reducing the need for added sugars.

Spices: cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves

Fruits: apples, pears, cranberries, oranges

Meats: pork, duck, chicken

Other: oats, gingerbread, dark chocolate

Using it in recipes where a very mild or neutral sweetness is desired, as prune juice has a distinct flavor.

Not accounting for its natural sweetness when adding other sweeteners to a recipe.