Freeze Dried Fruit Bars -- Banana, Strawberry, Blueberry, Peach

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Such a good alternative to sugary bars and snacks and probably the best use of the dividers and parchment that I have experienced. pick some up at www.freezedryingsupplies.com

[@ga6327]

Do you use oa even though you use your avid Armour sealer? If so, did you use 300cc for this batches? Thanks.

[@thedynamicsolo4232]

BTW, once you silicon spatula all you can out of your Vita Mix, add water, save the diluted water/fruit puree mix and you can add it to cake mix/muffin mix/pancake mix to substitute the water for. I know that sounds obsessive, but utilizing that water is conservation. I used to think my grandmother was OCD about using EVERYTHING, but I get it now.

[@kathygarner419]

Concentrated white grape juice and concentrated apple juice make excellent sweeteners.

[@briarpalek9254]

We are currently freeze drying almost 20 gallons of home made vegetable soup half has turkey included. Once we have completed that task, I would like to try this fruit bar idea, maybe add some granola and nuts, possibly yogurt as well? Lots of possibilities.

[@cacaokingdom3122]

Use apple or pear sauce in place of the banana for a more neutral flavored bulk. Adds considerable sweetness too.

[@deejones6805]

I love this idea.... gonna have to try it. I'm also gonna try Mangoes!

[@leepeggyolson2980]

Looks like another recipe I’m going to have to try. Thanks Brian, we really appreciate all of your videos.

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

My pleasure! Enjoy

[@rickssmokehouse8145]

Ty B for yr time brother. Praying over yr family

[@TTMW]

Nice! A pumpkin spice one might be cool. Pumpkin, banana, date, and some pumpkin spice! Maybe even yogurt instead of banana.

[@MovingMountainsMM]

I think I’ll try this but sprinkle Honey Nut Cheerios on the top before FD … would be more like a cereal bar. Looks delish!

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

There you go! Make it your own

[@wjf213]

I like that idea. Did you get a chance to try it yet? I was also thinking of adding oatmeal to add a little more "BODY" to the bar instead of having it like a Styrofoam texture, and be more filling as well.

[@gudimellaalivelu3364]

Thanks for showing good product for health🎉

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Absolutely!

[@adama1294]

Gota have the leaves of the strawberry to have a laxative effect to counteract the constipation effect of the bananas. Brilliant.

[@suerogers2931]

Strawberry leaves have more vitamins than the strawberries

[@juliabrown5948]

Wow, learned something new!

[@richgetz]

THANK you for posting the links to what you are using. So many do not.

[@Packsalot]

Great job on your video. Looks like a great snack for us to try for our hiking trips. Thanks for sharing the recipe and process. We will be trying these. Have a great day.

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Let me know how they work for you and thanks for watching!

[@stephaniejackson8555]

Blueberry skins have high pectin. Thicken quickly when blended.

[@fleebin2794]

So many ideas with this one. Can mix in protein powder, peanut butter with bananas. Don’t have to spend an hour prepping blueberries. Can eat these as fruit bars or mix water to make smoothies.

[@fleebin2794]

@@TheOfficialArthurMorgan You know, I keep hearing that, but Mountain House sells peanut butter powder. I wonder what is different?

[@fleebin2794]

@@TheOfficialArthurMorgan So, I get confused about this stuff. I guess what you are saying is that Mountain House peanut butter powder is t freeze dried peanut butter. Mountain House also makes chili Mac and cheese, grated cheese, etc. But doesn’t all of that have fat? I have made Mac and Chases with very little butter and fat free milk, but honestly, I have no idea how long it will last. I have tried fat free Milk and oat milk and although they both freeze dry well, I really do t know what to expect long term.

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

You can add pb2 instead of peanut butter

[@christianmontenegroaraya1888]

​@@thefreezedryingcommunityWhat is pb2?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

@@christianmontenegroaraya1888 pb2 is a powdered peanut butter

[@kitrussell9358]

Great video, can you make fruit bars soft ? A shorter run? I just got a harvest right

[@sal4gal]

This is a great idea! I will make some this week. I think that I will try adding an apple to each batch to cut down on the bananas.

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Awesome

[@ivankagren2746]

Looks awesome.

[@wjf213]

I REALLY like this idea. I wonder, what about making the bar into a powder, and then adding water to make it like a like a fruit drink or milk for a milk shake?? Keep up the great work.

[@homesteadingwithapurpose9681]

Thank you for sharing all the great ideals.

[@angelinar.612]

Luv your using large trays. I have a large

[@charlieharrington1144]

Looks awesome 👍

[@lizchilders4154]

Am wondering if cool whip added would reduce some of that dryness. Also double the other fruit and half the bananas.

[@bobbibonner]

Thanks SO MUCH for the wonderful videos that you have! I have ordered my harvest right freeze dryer and am trying to prepare/get my things I’ll need once it gets here so that I can get things going. I appreciate it!!

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Congrats! Happy freeze drying!

[@navymark101]

Great video Brian. I'm still waiting for the arrival of my FD but I'm getting educated watching your video's. Navy Mark

[@neildodson915]

Hi Brian, Thank you for all the info you share with all FD group. I just got my Large less than a month ago and have only done two batches so far. I have placed two orders with you already and have already received both orders in two days. I have also placed two orders to HR and have not received a thing in over two weeks. Your shipping is very fast and I will try to order from you whenever possible. Thank you for being there !!

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Glad to hear! We try to ship as quick as possible. Thanks for your support and happy freeze drying!

[@iamaslavetonoman911]

Having been using my fd for approx a Yr nows the time for me to move onto tips for next project thanks

[@SqueakyWheelMakesNoise]

Instead of youtubers selling cups and shirts, they should sell fruit bars. Looks like it would be tasty

[@FaithandFun-w6q]

Fantastic upload friend keep it up ✅💗

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Thanks for your support

[@thedude1331]

Nice.

[@The-Grateful-Hippie]

I'm running the homemade dog food right now. Our little guy loved the fresh stuff I held back! I did ground venison and ground beef with the eggs and veggies

[@silvertree3181]

Moving to our ranch soon. May need your tips because I’d like to start food storage. New subbie. 😁👌🏻

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Awesome!

[@SujayShah7685]

Loved your video, very creative and informative. Where can I buy these adjustable dividers, can anyone guide me please

[@stephaniekoch3943]

Thank you

[@eleanoraddy4683]

The peach in your thumbnail is a bit cheeky lol😄

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

😁

[@crystalbaker5380]

Mangos also make a good base

[@AI5HV]

When you use the AVID ARMOR USV32 to seal the package are you also adding a oxygen absorber to the bag as well ?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Yes

[@rg2001mm]

We will defiantly be trying this one! Do you have a recipe book made??? Would love to buy it!

[@zachmonsue]

Fantastic

[@christopherwardle574]

I need to get some of thoughs separators

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Www.freezedryingsupplies.com.

[@katzenaugen2]

Great video! What machine is this that does your vacuum sealing?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Avid armor usv32 There is a link in the description of this video that will get you 10% off

[@gmwwc]

What about the strawberry seeds?? Dry time?

[@earlgough3305]

Can I get a recommendation on FDing dates? Thank you.

[@kimberlywilson9282]

How do you like theInfrared Thermometer? I am interested in purchasing that to make sure that everything is completely freeze dried.

[@t.hodgesiii3982]

Would they stick together if you did half banana and half strawberry. Not mixed but actually half and half

[@akriflesmatter5548]

Great videos

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Very kind. Thanks for watching

[@clockwatcher9309]

Really appreciate your videos. How full can the trays be filled?

[@joenitro9024]

Just watched this one, how about using the banana pureed and your feature fruit as larger chunks. Would give you more pop

[@quaniedallie5057]

Can anyone tell me what sealer was used in the video looks amazing

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

I use an AVID ARMOR USV 32 chamber vacuum sealer. If you purchase through this link and enter the Coupon Code LIVELIFESIMPLE you get 10% off your purchase! www.avidarmor.com/?aff=43

[@sitcheyr9352]

Where did you get your hoodie? Love that!

[@sitcheyr9352]

Both, actually. Lol

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Laid back is a clothing company in Idaho

[@sitcheyr9352]

@@thefreezedryingcommunity Thanks!

[@Antonia-g3d]

Are lara bars freeze dried? I make these types of bars from dried fruit and nuts...? Same thing?

[@jraymond009]

What shelf temp are you running these at?

[@jozy5154]

Do u recommend a med freeze dryer inside a apartment building? With people next to me, and downstairs ? Is it too loud

[@kathygarner419]

Next time combine peaches and blueberries they are a delicious combo. I have made many jars of blueberry peach jam and I can't keep it on the shelf.

[@TheNOT4REAL]

What is the link to your thermometer?

[@tsuhobbs]

If you vacuum seal, do you still have to use the 300cc oxygen absorbers or will the vacuum seal do the same thing?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

I use oxygen absorbers in all situations unless being consumed within a few days

[@anniepoudrier4312]

Any idea what I could use instead of banana i allergies. Also to mango,strawberry,pinapple

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Any types of fruits do well. Certain fruits do take longer to fd however.

[@mschilepepper10]

QUESTION would those dividers work on the medium size dryer trays ? I am new to the freeze dryer world and I’m not sure if trays vary on size depending on the dryer size

[@nellapidutti1515]

Could you pulverize these into powder and use in smoothies etc??

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Absolutely

[@Camroc37]

I thought up the "Smoothie bar" on my own, but the dividers really would help. Also, was the batch ~40 hours because of the power outage? I have always been running about a ~20 hour run regardless of what I put in, but I have heard of candy taking 4 hours. Definitely need to learn more about run times. I did have the problem of my smoothies swelling when finished.

[@dnlmachine4287]

40 hours probably due to fruit high sugar content. Anything high sugar will take longer. Also, a heavy puree has low surface area compared to something with more space between the pieces like shredded carrots etc. So the moisture will come out slower as well. Stay gold.

[@nativesugarshack9328]

Hi! I recently bought the medium size freeze dryer, looking for a roll around cart that it and the pump will fit on, any recommendations greatly appreciated!!

[@navyguywandell]

Have you encountered a manual advance on your machines? I just got mine 3 days ago. I did the bread test and that worked great. Then I did a run with fruits and I had a vacuum issue. Some how I managed to get into a manual advance mode. Any suggestions?

[@msliss77]

Where can I get the lid and dividers that you have for your trays?

[@shae4474]

Is your stuff only for the harvest right or will it fit other companies trays?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

We have dividers for all of the large brands of freeze dryers

[@zmanstrong41]

Where did you get the trey dividers?

[@marklima6493]

what make is your sealer

[@BranonWard]

9:00 Avid Armor

[@kimberlywilson9282]

How does the Infrared Thermometer work? What should the temperature be?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

The thermometer allows you to find cold spots which indicates a product that is not done.

[@kimberlywilson9282]

Is there a certain temperature reading I should be looking for or just a big fluctuations in temperature. I’m just concerned because I’m still learning and have had food rehydrate that I thought was fully dried. Not a good feeling🙁@@thefreezedryingcommunity

[@dawnbrook3425]

Could you add Granola on top of these before freezing?

[@sandralafond3818]

Sounds yummy! Keep in mind the oil content of granola, with regard to shelf life

[@nyrakrewson7480]

Could you add yougart in with the fruit?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Yep. We have a video on yogurt bars as well

[@mrpush2532]

How long do these keep for?

[@greensolarguy158]

Thank you for sharing your recipe. I noticed you have your freeze dryer on a cart. What kind of cart is it? Do you have any recommendations for someone who wants to put there freeze dryer on a cart also? Thanks

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Mine is from Harbor Freight and bulked up with plywood.

[@jennifercoats3800]

Why vacuum seal? Is the oxygen absorber not good?

[@constitutionalsheepdog2829]

What about oatmeal and one fruit?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Sure. I like apple cinnamon oatmeal bars. I have a video on them that was before we had dividers to make bars.

[@sejac1232]

Forgive my ignorance but please explain to me why you always check for cold spots. What exactly does a cold spot mean? Are you looking for a desired temperature for the infared thermometer to be at, i.e. what temp is to cold, what temp is to high, what temp is just right. Is the 80 degrees as in below 32 degrees or is it 80 degrees which to me would seem high for something just removed from freeze drying, please explain. Thank You

[@caretakercat7176]

i can asume that banana is used to create the consistency of the bar, so is it fine to subtitute the banana with a polysaccharide subtitue?

[@angelatallman7911]

What are some suggestions instead of bananas?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Yogurt, apples, etc

[@suerogers2931]

Apple fig, butternut squash pineapple, baked sweet potato.

[@olivewright5379]

Hi enjoy your presentation : suggestion about your banana 🍌 peels: wash them well lay all on Fz/dryer tray let dry very well pulverize in blender === potassium as does fr/dried lemons grapefruit orange peels for vitamin C ; apple skins and more. Vitamins and minerals you’ll never hav to buy again. 😊😊

[@sandralafond3818]

How is the flavor? Is it bitter?

[@christinekibbe8338]

If we don’t have parchment paper for this recipe, or any other “sticky” recipe, like sliced bananas, would paper towels work????

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

I think they would stick to the bars, parchment just peels off

[@martyshaw2715]

What kind of sealer do you use and do you use oxygen absorbers

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Avid Armor usv32. There is a link in the description of this video that will get you 10% off. I still use oxygen absorbers to get trace amounts of oxygen.

[@Trainmaster437]

The shirt you are wearing are you a fan of Kentucky

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

I'm a fan of Kentucky bourbon😁

[@WendyinOhio2]

How do you store for short term? And what is short term for freeze dried? I noticed my apple slices started absorbing moisture within a day or so.

[@Darknlght21]

If it's just going to be a week or so, I use a ziplock bag with a moisture absorber.

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

This will do well short term because of the powder like texture. It will not absorb moisture as fast as an apple slice

[@wf2312]

I am freeze drying some pears. They have been in for over 50 hours and are still spongy when I test them. Will they ever dry and be crispy? If not, are they salvageable? Any suggestions?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

If hey were not pre frozen they will run longer. Eventually they will be done, just be patient and let the machine do its thing

[@TacklingTheGiants]

Why did you decide to use the pillow again ?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

If they are used properly, they don't effect vacuum. I don't use one when the food im drying needs to be watched

[@davekintz]

@@TheOfficialArthurMorgan, go to Etsy and search "BettyStillsShop". They come in several designs. I believe they're just a tad smaller than HR's pillows that were getting hung up in the door, causing vacuum problems. A bit pricey, but well made. I think they're worth it. As to drytime figures, I haven't done a apples to apples test. Retired@40 did, though and has a video on it, where he shortened his total time by approx. an hour! Added insulation via a pillow can only help.

[@brianschindler1511]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@redbirdacreswi]

Is your group still active? I can't find it

[@gmwwc]

Pudding? Yogurt?

[@RILEcuyer]

Where did you get those dividers?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Www.freezedryingsupplies.com

[@GingerKral]

Oh my gosh. My first freeze dry is blueberries that were frozen and I blended them up in the vitamix. I just checked on them and its a disaster zone inside my freeze dryer 😱 I am going to have a huge mess to clean! You guessed it, I didnt refreeze the puree first. That HAS to be why this happened. .....right?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

High sugar and liquids seem to do better when pre-frozen

[@OvcharkaShepherd]

Has anybody else had their oil less pumps fail? Less than a year and it no longer draws a vacuum. I was in the middle of a run and lost all the food. VERY UNHAPPY that the super expensive pump failed. 😡

[@normasmith242]

Ours broke after about 10 batches or less. We had trouble with Harvestright trouble shooting it. But we were down all harvest. They finally had us semd the whple b

[@normasmith242]

We did. It went down after 8-10 batches. It was down all threw harvest. They would never return our calls.

[@normasmith242]

Finally sent the whole system back. We got it back after a couple more weeks with the same broken pump. They called to tell us what they found wrong. Sent a new one. It was maddening getten them to return our calls, emails and text. But not sure why they are difficult to work with. Only had machine for about 8-10 batches and it quit

[@elisephillip9499]

Where can I get a cheap freeze dryer please?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

There are no "cheap" freeze dryers unfortunately. You may be able to find a small discount on fb marketplace

[@barrypayne421]

I wonder what would happen if you added protein powder 🤔

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

You'd have a super bar!

[@johnsmith-dm2tq]

I'm going to make freeze dried Ice. Very exciting. Than freeze dried water, just add water to rehydrate.

[@jackieking2429]

Where can i get the dividers..HR is out of them

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

www.freezedryingsupplies.com

[@taylormade9693]

Hi Brian this is Reba. I’ve been watching your freeze-dry shows and things. I am not on Facebook so I can’t join the Facebook group. I’ve been having trouble with my freeze dryer and pump. I’ve had my pump replaced. Then the machine had stopped communicating with the pump so it will turn on. So I call Harvest Right. They did an update on the programming. So now to freeze, then dry which is when the pump comes on and then the final dry. When you get to the end where you can release the pressure to check the moisture level in your food the pump is still running at the point where you can add more time or cancel. I have to cancel to release the pressure to check the food. When I talk to Harvest Right, they thought maybe I overloaded the tray which Ididn’t t because I watch your videos. Do you or anyone in this chat or yourself have a clue as to what it might be? I think it’s the freezer itself. Thank you for your help

[@jmb-cm7mr]

I had a problem with my Freeze-dryer i think they said it was the compressor that was bad i had to ship it back to them i am getting it back tomorrow after about 7 weeks of it being gone apparently they are pretty backed up with repairs and selling a lot of freeze-dryers. The customer service was very responsive and they assured me it would be fixed so i would no longer have a problem with it.

[@apriljoamy]

Could you leave out the banana and just use all strawberries or peaches or blueberries?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Sure

[@Uncle_Buzz]

Ninja blender, 1/4 the price of vitamix... and at least as good.

[@RedoubtMan]

Who is John Galt?

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

I dunno.....who is John Galt? Is this a trick question?

[@miguelfilo962]

It's a line from the book by Any Rand, "Atlas Shrugged."

[@D-Ran]

Do you guys ever try to do things like this for less time so they would have a small amount of chew and not totally dried? I don't know if that's possible? Not caring about long term storability for something like this...

[@CJ58631]

where can you find those bar molds that fit those trays

[@thefreezedryingcommunity]

Www.freezedryingsupplies.com.