The Fruit Tree, Strawberry Spread, 250g

Strawberries first grew wild in the Alps, where the Romans named them ‘fragrans’ after their intense fragrance, though nowadays they are grown in the warm climate of Basilicata e Campania. Fresh strawberries boast so many nutritional virtues: highly antioxidant with more vitamin C than citrus fruits (just 5 strawberries match an orange), also high in potassium, folate (vitamin B9) and manganese.

Made in Tuscany.

Each jar is made with up to 28 strawberries, a slice of organic apple, a drop of organic grape juice and a splash of organic lemon juice.

Nothing else is added. No refined sugar. No pectin. No additives. No preservatives.

Delicious by the spoonful in the dark days of winter or spread on hot toast – why not try it the Italian way without butter? As an alternative to compote, it can be served over ice cream, pancakes, pavlova and waffles. We use FruitTree’s Strawberry as an ingredient when baking cakes, especially when there is no fresh fruit in season.

Store in a cool dry place. Refrigerate after opening and eat within three months.