Freeze-dried fruits aren’t just healthy snacks they’re also lightweight, space-saving recipe ingredients that can brighten dishes with natural sweetness, crunch and color.
From smoothies to desserts, to nutritious bowls, Bonvie’s freeze-dried mangoes, strawberries, blueberries and jamun will add a hit of colour and healthy to your everyday meals.
7 easy recipes to make with freeze-dried fruits Let’s get into 7 easy, delicious recipes that you can out together, using freeze-dried fruits!
1. Strawberry Crunch Yogurt Parfait
A brightly colored, crunchy, high-protein addition to breakfast or after school.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup Bonvie Freeze-Dried Strawberries
- ¼ cup granola
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions:
- Layer it with yogurt, strawberries, and granola in a glass or jar.
- Drizzle with honey.
- Repeat layers and garnish with additional freeze-dried strawberries to add crunch.
✅ Protein, probiotics and good times for the kids!
2. Mango Smoothie Bowl
Tropical, creamy and refreshing: this smoothie bowl is like a vacation in a bowl.
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen mango chunks
- ½ cup milk or alternative milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Bonvie Freeze-Dried Mango slices, for garnish
Instructions:
- Purée the banana, mango and milk until the mixture is creamy and thick.
- Pour into a bowl.
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Garnish with freeze-dried mango slices, shredded coconut and some pumpkin seeds.
✅ Increases Vitamin C, fiber and energy!
3. Blueberry Energy Bites
Great for lunchboxes, post-workout snacks or munching on late at night.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oats
- ½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ cup Bonvie Freeze-Dried Blueberries (lightly crushed)
Instructions:
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Roll into bite-sized balls.
- Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
✅ Full of fiber and protein and naturally sweet.
4. Strawberry Shortcake Upgrade
Put a crispy, tasty spin on a traditional dessert.
Ingredients:
- French, what we call sponge cake or short cake biscuits
- Whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries
- Freeze-Dried Strawberries (crushed) from Bonvie
Instructions:
- Combing the shortcake, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries.
- Add freeze-dried strawberry pieces for more crunch, and more intense taste.
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Repeat and serve chilled.
✅ Takes your desserts to a new level, no fake syrups or sugar high.
5. Blueberry Muffins with a Crunchy Twist
Elevate your homemade muffins with real shots of blueberry flavor — no soggy fruit pieces!
Ingredients:
- Your favorite blueberry muffin batter, prepared (from scratch or a mix)
- ½ cup Bonvie Freeze Dried Blueberries
Instructions:
- Fold freeze-dried blueberries into the batter before baking.
- Bake as directed.
✅ The muffins are light, not too sweet, and very “fruity” with respect to shape and flavor, so they are always ideal for a snack on-the-go or for school.
6. Mango Coconut Energy Bars
Tropical, chewy and loaded with real fruit goodness.
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups oats
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey
- ⅓ cup Bonvie Freeze-Dried Mango (coarsely chopped)
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowel.
- Press into a lined tray.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Slice into bars and store.
7. Freeze-Dried Fruit Ice Cream Topping
Freeze Dried Fruit Ice Cream Topping
A speedy solution for tarting up store-bought or homemade ice cream.
How to Use:
- Crush Bonvie’s strawberries, blueberries and mango slices to small pieces.
- Dust liberally over your favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt.
✅ Provides natural color, flavor and crunch with no artificially flavored candy pieces.
Best Freeze-Dried Fruits for Recipes (from Bonvie)
Product | Perfect for... |
Freeze-Dried Mango Slices | Smoothies, bars, tropical desserts |
Freeze-Dried Strawberries | Yogurt parfaits, baking, ice cream |
Freeze-Dried Blueberries | Muffins, trail mixes, smoothie bowls |
Freeze-Dried Jamun Bites | Unique Indian desserts, tart toppings |
Why Cook and Bake with Freeze-Dried Fruits?
Here’s why Bonvie’s freeze-dried fruits are a best-kept secret for healthy cooking:
Benefit | Why It Matters |
No added sugar | Pure fruit flavor without extra calories |
Long shelf life | No worries about spoilage or waste |
Lightweight & easy to store | Great for quick recipes anytime |
Intense natural flavor | Little amounts go a long way in flavor enhancement |
Fun textures | Adds crunch or rehydrates easily for softness |
And, let’s face it … kids ADORE the bright colors and crunchy textures in their food!
Final Thoughts: Endless Creativity with Freeze-Dried Fruits
With Bonvie’s Freeze-Dried Fruits You’re able to bring the playground home to your kitchen.
You don’t have to be a professional chef, you don’t need complicated ingredients to create the perfect meal, you just need real, delicious, healthy, full-of-nutrient fruits that you can feel good about.
From smoothie bowls to energy bites to healthful desserts, the options are limitless (and wholesome).
Are you ready to create the next tasty!
Shop Bonvie’s Freeze-Dried Fruits and Blend, Bake and Crunch to Good Health today!