Sour Cherry - Diced - Freeze Dried
Bulk Diced Freeze-Dried Sour Cherries | Wholesale Manufacturing Grade
High-acid, zero-bleed fruit inclusions for large-scale food production. Forever Foods’ Diced Freeze-Dried Sour Cherries provide a potent tart profile and deep burgundy color without the logistical burden of frozen IQF fruit. Processed in our HACCP-certified Melbourne facility, these...
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Bulk Diced Freeze-Dried Sour Cherries | Wholesale Manufacturing Grade
High-acid, zero-bleed fruit inclusions for large-scale food production. Forever Foods’ Diced Freeze-Dried Sour Cherries provide a potent tart profile and deep burgundy color without the logistical burden of frozen IQF fruit. Processed in our HACCP-certified Melbourne facility, these 100% pure cherry pieces are engineered to maintain structural integrity in high-moisture environments like yogurt and high-heat applications like commercial baking.
Solving Manufacturing Pain Points
- Moisture Migration Control: With a water activity (aw) ≤ 0.30, our diced cherries won't "weep" or bleed into white dairy bases or cake batters, ensuring a clean-label, professional finish.
- Flavour Concentration: Freeze-drying concentrates the natural malic acid of the sour cherry, providing a sharp "tang" that cuts through sweet chocolate or heavy granola binders.
- Automated Line Efficiency: Uniform dicing (standardised particle size) prevents hopper clumping and ensures consistent "inclusion counts" per unit in automated bar and cereal lines.
- Cold-Chain Elimination: Replaces frozen cherries with a shelf-stable, ambient-stored alternative, significantly reducing logistics costs and energy consumption.
Technical Data Sheet
| Product Name | Freeze-Dried Sour Cherry (Diced) |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Prunus cerasus |
| Ingredient | 100% Sour Cherries |
| Processing Method | Freeze Drying (Lyophilisation) |
| Country of Origin (Fruit) | Imported |
| Country of Manufacture | Imported |
| Form | Diced |
| Particle Size | As specified |
| Colour | Deep red to burgundy |
| Flavour Profile | Intense tart sour cherry flavour |
| Aroma | Fresh tart cherry |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 4.0% |
| Water Activity (aw) | ≤ 0.30 |
| Bulk Density | 0.15 – 0.35 g/cm³ |
| Shelf Life | 18 to 24 months (unopened) |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and light |
| Packaging | Bulk pouches |
Industrial Applications
1. Bakery & Confectionery
Ideal for premium dark chocolate inclusions, gourmet cookies, and muffin fillings. Unlike dried fruit treated with oils, our freeze-dried cherries offer a clean "crunch" and instant flavor release.
2. Cereals & Functional Snacks
Standardised particle size ensures every serving of muesli or granola contains a consistent ratio of fruit. The low weight allows for high-impact visual inclusions without adding significant weight to shipping logistics.
3. Dairy & Beverages
Used in artisanal yogurts and ice creams. The dice rehydrate into soft, flavourful fruit pockets within 24 hours of contact with dairy, without altering the pH or viscosity of the base.
HACCP Certified Bulk Supply Australia
Sourcing sour cherries for manufacturing often involves dealing with unpredictable seasonal harvests. Forever Foods provides year-round inventory stability. Our facility operates under strict food safety management systems, ensuring full traceability from the farm gate to your factory floor. All bulk orders are packed in food-grade, moisture-barrier liners to maintain optimal "snap" and flavor integrity.
Wholesale Inquiries:
We supply pallet quantities for industrial food manufacturers across Australia. Contact us for a Certificate of Analysis (COA), nutritional data, or to request an industrial sample for R&D testing.