All About Freeze Drying
Our freeze drying technique makes Polar Pieces unique! We lock in the delicious flavors of your go-to candies and transform the texture, creating a crunchy, flavorful experience in each piece.
What is Freeze Drying?
Freeze drying, or lyophilization, is a three-step marvel that leaves food with that exciting crunchy texture and enhanced flavor.
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Step 1: first, the food is frozen under atmospheric pressure.
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Step 2: once the food is frozen, it undergoes the first drying process, called sublimation. During sublimation, frozen water is pulled from the food by changing directly from a solid to a gas!
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Step 3: lastly, the food undergoes a second drying process, which removes any remaining moisture and ensures your freeze-dried food stays freeze-dried.
This method is not just about drying; it's a careful molecular dance that preserves the integrity and quality of what we eat.
Freeze Drying is Cool!
Here's why:
Preserved Nutrition
Many traditional drying techniques use heat, which can dramatically decrease a food's nutritional value. But freeze-drying operates at low temperatures, preserving a food’s vital nutrients and antioxidants and maintaining the color, flavor, and structure of the original product. This means each bite is a true reflection of the food’s fresh state!
Impressive Shelf Life
Freeze drying removes moisture from any food, and moisture is the main culprit when food goes bad. No moisture = longer shelf life, so you can stock up on your favorites!
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YAKO Of All Trades
Freeze drying changes the texture of your favorite snacks, making them so easy to use in new and exciting ways. Of course our treats are perfect by the handful but you can also try adding full pieces into your trail mix for a lightweight addition to your hiking snack, or use the most colorful ones to add a pop of fun to your cake or party table decor. If you’re in the mood to get really crazy, crush up your Polar Pieces and try them as a topping for ice cream or yogurt, or rim your glasses for a super-sweet cocktail/mocktail experience!