More and more, consumers want and expect fresh, natural taste and high nutritional value in the foods they eat. Add in ease of use and storage, and freeze-dried products meet that demand! New product uses are constantly emerging, but here are some of the current applications for freeze-dried ingredients:

Cereal – all kinds of fruits are being added to cold cereals, hot cereals, cereal bars and granola

Candy - fruit pieces and powders add great flavor to chocolate creams, truffles and other premium confections

Dry Mixes – soups, sauces, marinades, side dishes & desserts – all kinds of microwaveable mixes ready in minutes

Drinks – fruits and fruit powders make a tasty and healthy addition to instant breakfast drinks and smoothies

Snacks - fruit and vegetable mixes right out of the carton make great snacks with no fat or salt

Bakery – add color and taste to muffins, scones, biscotti, bagels and cookies

Dairy – great addition to yogurt, cream cheese, cottage cheese