Dehydrated cherries

ITEM CUT SIZE MOISTURE STANDARD PACKING
(1)  
#2001      WHOLE CHERRIES 12-16 % 18 KG / 40 LB
#2002      CHERRY PIECES 12-16 % 18 KG / 40 LB
 

Process

Dehydrated whole cherries are obtained by removing moisture from fresh and ripe cherries in continuous air dryers. The fresh cherries are previously washed, slammed, pitted and selected. After being dehydrated the product is sifted, sorted and passed through magnets and electronic metal detectors.

The manufacture process is carried out under strict hygiene conditions, GMP and HACCP system CAC/RCP-1-1969, BRC Issue 7 and in complete compliance with the FDA as well as the European Union.

Advantages

  • All-natural fruit ingredient.
  • Low cost of transportation and storage.
  • Easy handling.
  • Reduced labor costs.
  • Cheaper alternative to fresh or frozen cherry
  • One year shelf life.

Shelf life and storage

12 months in unoppened packaging in dry(<60% RH) and cool place at 20ºC (70ºF) or below and without strong odours.

Variety

  • Bing.

Anticaking

  • Without anticaking.
  • Sunflower oil.

Applications

Dried cherries are very healthy as snack but can also be used in a wide variety of applications such as:

  • Trail mixes.
  • Ready-to-eat cereals.
  • Energy bars.
  • Muffins.
  • Filling.
  • Yogurt & chocolate.
  • Panning.
  • Bread.
  • Salads.
  • Desserts.
  • Cookies and sauces.