Prune juice is a refreshing fruit juice made from dried plums, which are also known as prunes. Prunes Juice is one of the quick chilled drinks you can make in no time. Learn to make Prunes Juice Recipe with step by step pictures and video.
Prunes Juice is a very refreshing and healthy drink you can serve anytime of the day. This is a great juice if you are looking to maintain diet and stay healthy. Prunes Juice is a quick juice for all seasons.
What is Prunes Juice?
A prune is nothing but dried plums. Prunes Juice is actually made from fresh European Plums but as it is not easily available in India I chose to use dried plums for making this juice. Though it cannot match the taste of fresh prunes it still tasted good. I added a dash of sugar to make a balance of the tangy taste.
Prunes Juice is a tangy cola colored drink made by blending softened prunes with sugar & water. Prunes Juice will be liked by people who does not prefer too much sweetened drink & who love tangy & sour punch.
Prunes Juice is an anytime drink and could be bottled & refrigerated for sipping it throughout the day. Prunes Juice is the tastiest form of eating Prunes without losing its medicinal properties.
Prunes juice aids in promoting digestive health and relieving constipation. It provides essential vitamins and minerals.
Prunes Juice Video
Why Prunes Juice?
- Prunes Juice is a refreshing drink, a nutritional drink & a medicine.
- Prunes Juice is rich in vitamins, fiber and antioxidants which help to maintain good health.
- The fiber in prunes juice helps digestive system work by relieving constipation & preventing liver diseases. Vitamin C improves the immune system, potassium in reducing hypertension and lowering the cholesterol level.
Prunes Juice Consistency
Prunes Juice can be made slightly thick or thin as per your preference. Adjust water according to the consistency you like. Usually dried prunes when soaked and blended gives a thick creamy texture so add water according to the consistency you like.
Similar Recipes
Prunes Juice Ingredients
- Dried Prunes – Dried prunes is easily available in supermarkets. If you have access to fresh plums you can use it.
- Sugar – Sugar is optional but I would recommend adding it a bit for balance.
- Water – Water is added to make prunes juice slightly thin.
How to make Prunes Juice Step by Step
1.Soak dried prunes in 1/2 cup warm water.
2.Soak for 30 mins.
3.Add soaked prunes with water to mixer jar.
4.Add 1 cup water to it.
5.Add sugar to it.
6.Blend until smooth.
7.Add juice to strainer.
8.Use a laddle to extract juice completely.
9.Press well with laddle to extract juice.
10.Serve prunes juice as such or chill it and serve.
Prunes Juice ready. Serve Prunes Juice chilled!
Expert Tips
- You can use fresh plums if you have. If using fresh plums no need to soak just add it and blend it along with water.
- Add lemon juice if you like a more tangy flavor.
- Add 2 cups of water if you like your juice more runny.
Variations
- Mix with Soda to have fizz.
- Mix with Dates & Honey to make it healthier & sweeter.
- Mix with Litchi to get sweet & tangy taste.
- Give a zingy lemon flavor with addition of lemon extract.
- You can crush mint leaves and add it for flavor.
- Add lemon juice if you like it more tangy.
- You can be creative and add in your own flavors. You can sprinkle a pinch of black salt and chat masala powder for that extra zing.
Storing & Serving Suggestion
I would suggest to serve Prunes Juice fresh as it tastes the best. You can serve it chilled or add ice cubes and serve too.
FAQS
1.What is Prunes Juice?
Prunes Juice is made by soaking dried prunes in water for few mins then blending it along with required water and sugar. Serve chilled or as you like it.
2.What are the benefits of drinking Prunes Juice?
Prunes juice has a lot of dietary fiber so helps to relieve from constipation. It helps in good digestion and regulating bowel movements.
3.When can I drink Prunes Juice?
You can drink prunes juice anytime of the day preferably after morning breakfast or midday. If you are used to such juices at night then you can have prunes juice too.
If you have any more questions about this Prunes Juice Recipe do mail me at sharmispassions@gmail.com. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Youtube and Twitter .
Tried this Prunes Juice Recipe ? Do let me know how you liked it. Also tag us on Instagram @sharmispassions and hash tag it on #sharmispassions.
📖 Recipe Card
Prunes Juice Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 + 1/2 cups water
- 5 nos prunes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Soak dried prunes in 1/2 cup warm water. Soak for 30 mins.
- Add soaked prunes with water to mixer jar.
- Add 1 cup water to it.
- Add sugar to it. Blend until smooth.
- Add juice to strainer. Use a ladle to extract juice completely. Press well with laddle to extract juice.
- Serve prunes juice as such or chill it and serve.
Video
Notes
- You can use fresh plums if you have. If using fresh plums no need to soak just add it and blend it along with water.
- Add lemon juice if you like a more tangy flavor.
- Add 2 cups of water if you like your juice more runny.
Variations
- Mix with Soda to have fizz.
- Mix with Dates & Honey to make it healthier & sweeter.
- Mix with Litchi to get sweet & tangy taste.
- Give a zingy lemon flavor with addition of lemon extract.
- You can crush mint leaves and add it for flavor.
- Add lemon juice if you like it more tangy.
- You can be creative and add in your own flavors. You can sprinkle a pinch of black salt and chat masala powder for that extra zing.
Carolyn
Hi, What would be the prunes /water ratio if using a whole bag of prunes?
16 oz prunes
Thanx
Sharmilee J
pls adjust servings to see measures accordingly
Jerome
Wow this is great and better than store bought prune juice. Thanks!’