Production of Canned Apple in Syrup at Lazaya Preserved Fruits

At Lazaya Preserved Fruits, we have spent decades perfecting the manufacturing process of our canned fruit in syrup, always ensuring the highest quality and natural flavor. Today, we explain how we produce our canned apple in syrup, a product ideal for pastry and bakery applications.

Selection and Preparation of Apples

To guarantee maximum quality, we work with Granny Smith apples, carefully selected from local cooperatives in River Ebro Valley. This approach ensures that the fruit arrives in optimal freshness and preservation conditions.

This variety is the preferred choice for our canned apple in syrup due to several key reasons:

• Firmness: Maintains its structure after cooking, preventing the fruit from breaking apart.
• Balanced Acidity: Its slightly tart flavor contrasts perfectly with the syrup.
• Attractive Color: Its bright green hue is preserved after cooking.
• Versatility: Its texture and flavor make it perfect for pastry applications.

Once the apples arrive at our facilities, they are carefully washed before moving to the automated peeling and cutting line. Depending on the final presentation, they can be cut into segments, slices, or halves.

After peeling and cutting, the apples undergo a manual quality inspection to remove any pieces with skin, stems, or flower residues. Additionally, metal detectors are used to ensure food safety.

Production Process of Canned Apple in Syrup

The next step is cooking, which helps preserve the fruit’s natural texture and flavor. Once cooked, the apples are packed into cans, and the syrup solution is added, consisting of:

1. Water and sugar, to achieve the perfect sweetness balance.
2. Citric acid, to regulate acidity.
3. Vitamin C, to prevent oxidation and maintain the fruit’s natural color.
4. After this, the cans are hermetically sealed and pasteurized, a crucial step to guarantee the product’s commercial stability and long-term preservation.

Packaging and Logistics

At Lazaya, we package our apple in syrup in 3,100 ml cans, with a net weight of 2,800 grams and a drained weight of 1,900 grams.

The product is shipped in trays of 6 cans, with 35 trays per pallet, optimizing storage and logistics for efficient distribution.

Production Period and Storage

The production of apple in syrup takes place between November and March, ensuring that the fruit is processed at its peak quality. During this period, we manufacture the entire yearly supply for our customers, guaranteeing a stable stock availability throughout the year.

Once production is complete, Lazaya stores the final product and delivers it to customers according to their purchase orders. This way, we ensure continuous availability without supply interruptions.

The Perfect Ingredient for Apple Tarts

Apple wedges in syrup are one of the most popular choices among our customers, particularly in the pastry industry. Their use is very simple: just open the can and portion the product onto the tart base.

To achieve a perfect finish, we recommend using our apple glaze, made from natural apple juice. This glaze adds shine and a professional touch to the tart after baking.

Quality and Tradition in Every Can

At Lazaya Preserved Fruits, we combine tradition and technology to offer premium-quality canned fruit in syrup. Our apple in syrup is the perfect ally for professional pastry chefs, providing flavor, texture, and ease of use in every recipe.

Contact us to learn more about our wide range of canned fruit products!