Dried Papaya

Dried Papaya – Exotic, Colorful, Naturally Sweet

Dried papaya is a vibrant, sweet tropical fruit snack made by dehydrating ripe papaya slices, chunks, or spears. Known for its bright orange-red color, chewy texture, and tropical flavor, dried papaya is a popular ingredient in health snacks, exotic fruit blends, and baking applications.

Rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, natural enzymes (like papain), and dietary fiber, dried papaya supports immune function, digestion, and skin health. It is available in both sweetened (commonly with cane sugar) and unsweetened forms.

Dried papaya is used in:

• Trail mixes and tropical blends
• Cereal and granola toppings
• Snack packs and fruit bars
• Confectionery and baking

Offered in chunks, spears, slices, and cubes, it adds color, taste, and texture to both retail snacks and industrial food applications.

What Is Dried Papaya? A Bright and Chewy Tropical Superfruit

Dried papaya is made from fully ripened papaya fruit (Carica papaya), sliced and dehydrated to create a naturally sweet, shelf-stable product. Its vibrant color, soft chew, and exotic flavor make it a favorite for tropical snack blends and fruit-forward health products.

✅ Nutritional Benefits of Dried Papaya

Dried papaya is both nutritious and delicious. It is:

• A good source of Vitamin C – supporting immunity and skin health
• Naturally rich in beta-carotene – a precursor to Vitamin A
• Contains papain, an enzyme that supports digestion
• Provides natural sugars for quick energy
• Contains dietary fiber for gut health and satiety

While sweetened papaya is common in global markets, unsweetened dried papaya is growing in demand for clean-label and low-sugar product lines.

🍽️ Culinary & Functional Uses

Dried papaya is versatile in both culinary and industrial applications:

• Snack packs and fruit mixes
• Cereal blends, granolas, and muesli
• Tropical trail mixes
• Energy bars and fruit bars
• Cake and pastry decorations
• Yogurt toppings, frozen desserts, and confectionery

It can be chopped, diced, or blended into papaya puree or powder for food processing.

🌍 Top Producing Countries

🗓️ Harvest & Production Period

Papaya is available year-round in tropical regions, with peak harvests often aligned with dry seasons to facilitate better drying quality.

📏 Varieties & Formats

Common formats of dried papaya include:

• Spears – Long strips, ideal for snacking
• Chunks – Medium-sized cubes, used in mixes
• Diced/Cubes – Small cuts for cereals or bars
• Slices – Flat pieces for bulk and decoration
• Crystallized papaya – Sugar-coated for baking

Varieties may be naturally yellow-orange or enhanced with red coloring for exotic appeal (especially in sweetened products).

📦 Packaging Options

➤ Bulk Formats:

• 5 kg, 10 kg, 12.5 kg cartons
• Vacuum-sealed food-grade bags
• Pitted or sugared as requested
• Organic and conventional options available

➤ Retail-Ready Formats:

• 100 g / 250 g / 500 g / 1 kg stand-up pouches
• Resealable bags with zip lock
• Transparent bags for color visibility
• Private-label and mixed dried fruit packs available

Custom labeling available with:

• No added sugar
• Organic
• Vegan
• Non-GMO
• Gluten-free