While fresh cranberries are tart and sour, drying them concentrates their natural sweetness. Removing moisture also gives dried cranberries a chewier texture compared to the soft flesh of fresh cranberries. Dried cranberries look nearly identical to their fresh counterparts but have a darker red color and shriveled texture from dehydration. They are commonly sold either whole or chopped. https://logcla.com/blogs/437117/Health-Benefits-of-Dried-Cranberries