The combination of sour and sweet flavors, such as lemon with chocolate, is surprising and, when well explored, can become even healthier. In fact, the search for more nutritious options in recipes is a growing trend, and an effective way to achieve this goal is through the use of fruit powders.

Lemon powder, for example, was the input used by Frootiva Co to create ganache for cake icing. The experiment was presented in Food Ingredients South America 2024. The combination not only enhances the flavors of the ingredients, but also adds nutritional benefits. That’s interesting, isn’t it?

The Magic of Lemon Powder

Lemon is a fruit rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds. When made into powder, it retains many of these properties, as well as bringing convenience to the kitchen.

Lemon powder can be used to add a citrus touch to ganache, balancing the sweetness of chocolate and providing a unique taste experience. The acidity of the lemon also helps to enhance the flavors of the chocolate, making the combination of lemon with chocolate even more intriguing.

In addition to the flavor, lemon powder offers additional advantages. It can be a healthy option for using sugar or other sweeteners, since its acidity can cause palates to adapt to less sweet flavors.

This is especially interesting for those who seek to reduce sugar consumption without giving up the pleasure of a sweet.

Fruit Powder Advantages

The use of fruit powders in food products has different benefits. First, they are practical and have a long shelf life, which makes them easy to store and use. Plus, they retain nutrients, allowing one to enrich beverages and other products without adding empty calories.

Another advantage is the versatility. Fruit powders can be incorporated into a variety of preparations, from sweets to smoothies, yogurts, and even savory food.

By using lemon powder, you diversify the flavors and enhance the nutritional value of the product.

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Lemon with Chocolate: A Tasty, Vitamin-rich Alternative 

The combination of lemon with chocolate is not only delicious, but also healthy. By using lemon powder to prepare ganache, you have the opportunity to offer your consumers a dessert option that pleases the palate and brings health benefits.

Plus, fruit powders offer a handy way to enrich recipes, making them more nutritious without sacrificing flavor.

And best of all: at Frootiva® Co, the process of removing water from fruits, vegetables and plants (Spray Drying) allows the input to maintain all the properties and nutrients of the food, including its flavor and color.

In addition to fruit powders, Frootiva® Co’s product line consists of vegetable powders and dry extracts.

To learn more about the products and work done by Frootiva® Co, contact us by phone at 55 11 4765-0732 or fill out the form.