Freeze dried pumpkin dices are concentrated pockets of natural pumpkin flavor, color, and nutrition in a lightweight, shelf-stable format. For R&D teams and product managers, they unlock faster formulation, simpler logistics, and authentic label claims—ideal for soups, bakery fillings, snack inclusions, baby foods, and powdered blends. MerryTime supplies B2B-grade freeze dried pumpkin dices with consistent color, predictable rehydration, and export-ready certifications.
Visual & sensory impact: Intact dices keep the characteristic pumpkin color and shape, improving perceived quality in ready meals and retail packs.
Clean-label friendly: 100% pumpkin, no preservatives — supports “no-additives” positioning.
R&D speed: Pre-measured dices simplify pilot runs—no more variable fresh raw material handling.
Cost-to-serve: Lower freight & storage cost vs frozen fresh, and predictable yield reduces waste.
Instant Pumpkin Soup (Premium SKU)
Use ratio: 6–8% final weight from FD pumpkin dices + powdered pumpkin base for body.
Benefit: visible pumpkin dices on top after rehydration improve shelf imagery and consumer perception.
Pumpkin & Spice Bakery Filling (Frozen or Ambient Filling)
Rehydrate dices into puree (hot water blender), mix with sugar and stabilizer (if required), fill pastries or pie bases.
Benefit: natural chunks vs processed puree deliver texture contrast and clean-label claims.
Baby Food Pouches (Puree Base)
Rehydrate and micro-blend for smooth baby puree; excellent color and nutrient preservation (beta-carotene).
Benefit: shorter cook cycles and easier quality control for manufacturers.
Snack Inclusions (Granola & Savory Bars)
Use small dice (5×5×5 mm) as crunchy inclusions; can be enrobed or included as-is for texture.
Benefit: differentiates product with fruit/veg inclusions — premium positioning.
Instant Beverage / Smoothie Mix
Powder fraction + small dices for “visual bits” in premium smoothie sachets.
Benefit: multi-sensory experience and higher perceived value.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Freeze Dried Pumpkin Dices |
| Raw Material | 100% Fresh Pumpkin (selected varieties for color & sweetness) |
| Typical Cut Sizes | 5×5×5 mm, 8×8×8 mm, 10×10×10 mm (custom sizes available) |
| Appearance | Bright orange dices, intact edges, dry & crispy |
| Moisture (by vacuum oven) | ≤ 5.0% |
| Water Activity (aw) | ≤ 0.25 |
| Rehydration Ratio | ≥ 9:1 (weight gain after rehydration) |
| Rehydration Time | 15–45 seconds in hot water (dependent on dice size & temperature) |
| Soluble Solids | Typical °Brix equivalent (post-rehydration) 8–12% (varies by variety) |
| pH (reconstituted) | 5.2–6.0 (depends on cultivar) |
| Microbiological Limits | Total Plate Count <100,000 CFU/g; Yeast & Mold <100 CFU/g; Coliforms <10 CFU/g (COA per lot) |
| Heavy Metals | Pb, Cd, As, Hg below EU/US legal limits (COA provided) |
| Pesticide Residues | Tested; complies with EU MRL & US FDA tolerances |
| Allergens | None (processed in dedicated facility; cross-contact declarations on request) |
| Packaging | 5 kg / 10 kg export cartons; OEM barrier pouches, inner oxygen/N2 flush available |
| Shelf Life | 24 months (sealed, cool & dry; below 25°C, <60% RH) |
| Certifications | BRC, HACCP, FDA export compliance; Halal/Kosher available upon request |
| Origin & Traceability | Country/Region of harvest, harvest date & batch traceable (included in COA) |
| Typical Uses | Soups, bakery fillings, baby food, snacks, smoothie mixes, meal kits |
Q1: How do pumpkin dices rehydrate in low-moisture applications (e.g., granola)?
A1: For non-rehydration uses like granola, pumpkin dices provide crispness and a concentrated flavor. Rehydration is not required — packaging must protect from humidity to keep crunch.
Q2: Can you supply matched pumpkin powder alongside dices for a complete formulation solution?
A2: Yes — we can supply both dices and powdered fractions (40–80 mesh) from the same lot for consistent flavor matching across premium soup mixes and confectionery.
Q3: How variable is color between harvests and how do you ensure consistency?
A3: Color varies by cultivar and season; we do color grading and lot blending to meet buyer color specs. For long-term contracts we can source from selected regions and provide first-article photos during harvest windows.
Q4: Do pumpkin dices require special packaging for export to humid climates?
A4: Yes — we recommend high-barrier laminated pouches with desiccant or nitrogen flush for shipments to high-humidity destinations. Our standard export cartons include inner sealed pouches and moisture barrier films.
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