Premium Grade Sugar Free Non-GMO Open Air Soft-Dried Strawberry in Bulk Packaging for Topping Ice Cream or Yogurt

Product Overview and Characteristics

Soft-dried strawberries are a popular fruit ingredient produced by drying fresh strawberries at controlled temperatures and humidity, a method that retains a pleasant chewiness and rich strawberry aroma. The open air drying technique exposes the strawberries to naturally circulating air, allowing moisture to evaporate slowly without caramelization or cooking effects. This method helps maintain the integrity of the fresh fruit’s taste and nutritional profile.

Our soft-dried strawberries are sugar free and Non-GMO, appealing to consumers seeking natural, health-aligned food products. The absence of added sugars makes them suitable for diabetics and those following sugar-restricted diets while Non-GMO certification ensures the fruit originates from seed strains free of genetic manipulation.

Common Varieties and Grades

Strawberries vary by cultivar and ripeness at harvest, influencing sweetness, color, and texture. Premium grade implies select berries that are uniform in size, vibrant red in color, and free from blemishes or damage.

Commonly, soft-dried strawberries are graded based on size consistency, moisture content, and flavor integrity. Our Bulk Packaging contains carefully sorted berries with low moisture content (usually around 20-30%), ensuring a soft, chewy texture suitable for topping desserts without excessive stickiness or hardness.

Nutritional and Technical Properties

Strawberries naturally provide vitamins C and K, fiber, and antioxidants such as flavonoids and polyphenols. The drying process concentrates these nutrients, making soft-dried strawberries a nutrient-dense addition to desserts or snacks.

Nutritional highlights per 100g include:

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal (depending on moisture)
• Carbohydrates: Mostly natural fruit sugars, zero added sugar
• Dietary Fiber: Around 6-8g
• Vitamin C: Concentrated, supports immunity

Technically, the product is processed in controlled drying environments ensuring microbiological safety and compliance with food safety standards. The soft-dried nature prevents brittleness common to fully dehydrated fruits, enhancing consumer sensory experience.

Uses and Applications

Ideal as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, parfaits, breakfast cereals, and bakery products, these soft-dried strawberries add natural fruity sweetness and texture without added sugar. They are popular in premium food retail, catering, and food manufacturing sectors aiming to create cleaner-label products.

Additionally, they can be used as ingredients in trail mixes, health bars, or desserts, bringing a natural, wholesome strawberry flavor that appeals to consumers seeking nutritious indulgence.

Harvesting and Production Process

Strawberries are hand-picked at peak ripeness to ensure optimal sweetness and color. Post-harvest, the berries are carefully cleaned and sorted before undergoing soft drying in open-air facilities with regulated airflow and temperature. This traditional method optimizes moisture removal while preserving shape and flavor.

Throughout production, strict quality control measures monitor moisture levels, contamination risks, and microbial activity to deliver a safe, high-grade product that meets customer expectations.

Quality and Grading Standards

Our Premium Grade sugar free non-GMO open air soft-dried strawberries meet rigorous quality benchmarks including uniformity, absence of foreign matter, and compliance with non-GMO sourcing certifications. Each batch undergoes sensory evaluation, moisture testing, and visual inspection before packaging.

These standards ensure consistent taste, texture, and appearance suitable for both wholesale distribution and retail application.

Packaging and Export Details

The product is offered in bulk packaging designed to preserve freshness and ease handling for food service and manufacturing clients. Bulk packaging typically consists of large airtight bags or containers with moisture barriers to maintain product quality during transportation and storage.

Our soft-dried strawberries are optimized for export with standardized labeling, hygienic packing, and compliance with international food safety regulations to facilitate smooth shipping and distribution worldwide.

Company Description

Our company specializes in delivering premium, health-conscious dried fruit products. We are committed to providing superior quality sugar free and Non-GMO soft-dried strawberries using traditional open air drying techniques. Our bulk packaging solutions cater to diverse food industry needs, enabling our clients to offer natural, flavorful toppings for ice cream, yogurt, and other premium desserts. We uphold strict quality standards and prioritize food safety and customer satisfaction in every batch.