flash frozen blueberries
Flash frozen blueberries represent a revolutionary advancement in fruit preservation technology, offering fresh-picked quality year-round. This innovative freezing process involves rapidly dropping the temperature of freshly harvested blueberries to below freezing within minutes, effectively preserving their nutritional content, texture, and natural sweetness. The process begins with carefully selected, peak-ripeness blueberries that undergo thorough cleaning and sorting. Using state-of-the-art individual quick freezing (IQF) technology, each berry is frozen separately at temperatures reaching -40°F, preventing the formation of large ice crystals that could damage cellular structures. This method ensures that when thawed, the berries maintain their original shape, firmness, and nutritional profile. The flash-frozen blueberries are particularly valuable for food service industries, home consumption, and food manufacturing, offering consistent quality and extended shelf life of up to two years when properly stored. These berries retain over 90% of their antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, making them a practical and healthful alternative to fresh berries during off-seasons.