Granola bars on board with nuts and dried fruits.

Extrusion

Balchem’s extrusion technology creates crisp texture and mouthfeel in cereal and snacks. Our process delivers unique extruded shapes and sizes along with many flavor options for cereals and snacks. We can create plant or dairy-based protein formulations fortified with nutrients and minerals.

Two bowls of extruded puffs.

What’s Extrusion?

Extrusion Creates Crunchy, Crispy Food 

Extrusion is a food manufacturing process where mixed ingredients are forced through an opening in a perforated plate or die designed to produce a specific shape. The extruded food is then cut to a specific size a blade. Extrusion processing has become an important food process in the manufacture of ready-to-eat cereals and snacks. 

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Balchem extruded products are used to contribute protein and texture to ready-to-eat snack goods. Crisps, chips and O’s help with visual appeal and improve the nutritional profile of your finished snacks.

Balchem extruded products are used to improve snack goods in a variety of segments including high protein, savory or sweet.

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