What Is Freeze-Dried Candy...Smoothies, Fruits, Desserts and Pet Treats

 

How Does Rocket City Treats Freeze-Dried Makes Its Freeze-Dried Products?

For our fruits, smoothies, desserts, and pet treats, we begin by freezing the items at temperatures as low as we can get them; this is not required for most candies.  After the items are solidly frozen, they are then placed in a vacuum chamber where the pressure is lowered, causing the ice in our products to evaporate directly into vapor. The vapor is then removed, leaving behind a completely dry, lightweight, crunchy, and intensely flavored treat that retains its nutrients.

 

The Freeze-Drying Process

Freeze-drying, also known as lyophilization, is a preservation technique that involves freezing the food and then reducing the surrounding pressure to allow the ice to sublimate (change directly from solid to gas) without passing through the liquid phase. This process removes about 98-99% of the water content in the candy, which helps prevent the growth of microorganisms and the deterioration of flavor over time.

 

Characteristics of Freeze-Dried Candy

When you bite into our candies, fruits, and desserts, you’ll experience an immediate crunch followed by a melt-in-your-mouth sensation. This is because the absence of moisture changes the candy's structure, making it airy and fragile. Despite the texture change, the flavor is often more concentrated, providing an intense taste experience.

 

Perhaps what people love most about our candies is that candies that once stuck in your teeth or were too hard to enjoy have been transformed into a crunchier, melt-in-your-mouth textured phenomenon.

 

Another important characteristic is the long shelf life. Freeze-dried candy can last for months or even years without refrigeration, as the lack of moisture inhibits the growth of bacteria and molds. This makes our freeze-dried treats an excellent option for those looking for a long-lasting treat or a convenient snack during outdoor activities like hiking or camping.  That includes your pet.

 

In Conclusion

Our freeze-dried treats offer a unique twist on traditional treats, combining intense flavors with a new and exciting texture. Whether you're enjoying our freeze-dried candies, smoothies, fruits, desserts, and even pet treats, the process of freeze-drying preserves the candy while giving it a light, crunchy, and long-lasting appeal. This makes it not only a fun snack but also a practical one, ideal for outdoor activities or as a novelty treat.