IQF Apple

IQF stands for individually quick frozen, and essentially means that the product is flash frozen in individual pieces rather than being block frozen. The apple is peeled and cut to size (depending on specification), then each piece is frozen at intense low temperature.There are a number of benefits to the IQF process. Firstly, it helps lock in freshness – so IQF apple retains a great nutritional profile as well as all the fruit’s other natural characteristics.Moreover, because each piece remains identifiable (rather than being blended into a puree for instance), it’s an ideal ingredient for things like pie fillings or pastries, where visual appeal is as important as flavour. It also means you can label your product as containing real fruit. Last but not least, because you can defrost and use the exact quantities you require at any given time, IQF apple also results in less food waste – crucial for producers that pride themselves on sustainability.

As per the answer above, the IQF process helps lock in nutritional value – so IQF apple is full of healthy vitamins and minerals, just like a fresh apple. It is worth nothing however, that there’s usually less fibre in IQF apple, as it’s peeled before it’s frozen (much of the fibre in an apple is in the outer skin).

Kiril Mischeff is renowned for its great range of apple ingredients, including apple juices (both concentrate and NFC), apple puree and harder-to-find products like deionised apple and apple aroma. Our great relationships with leading apple producers around the world means we can offer a choice of named varieties including Bramley, Granny Smith and Jon O’Gold, and we can also supply diced IQF apple in a range of cut sizes to suit your needs.