Quandong Powder
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Discover the vibrant flavour of Australia’s native desert peach with our premium Freeze-Dried Quandong Powder. Made from carefully selected Australian quandongs and gently freeze-dried to preserve their natural colour, aroma and flavour, this unique native ingredient delivers a bright tartness with subtle apricot, peach and rhubarb-like notes.
Also known as Native Peach, Desert Peach or Santalum acuminatum, quandong has been enjoyed for thousands of years as a traditional Australian bushfood ingredient. Today, Quandong Powder is becoming increasingly popular with chefs, bakers, beverage creators and health-conscious home cooks looking for authentic Australian native ingredients.
Flavour Profile
Quandong Powder has a naturally tart, tangy and slightly sweet flavour often compared to:
- Apricot
- Peach
- Rhubarb
- Native plum
- Dried red fruits
Its intense fruity acidity makes it ideal for balancing sweet dishes, adding complexity to savoury recipes, and creating standout native Australian desserts and beverages.
How To Use Quandong Powder
Our Australian Quandong Powder is incredibly versatile and can be used in:
- Smoothies & health drinks
- Cheesecakes & desserts
- Ice cream & gelato
- Cocktails & mocktails
- Native jams & sauces
- Yoghurt & breakfast bowls
- Chocolate & confectionery
- Baking & pastries
- Native spice blends
Quandong pairs beautifully with Davidson Plum, Finger Lime, Kakadu Plum, bush honey, vanilla, chocolate and citrus flavours.
Why Freeze-Dried?
Freeze-drying helps preserve the fruit’s:
- Natural flavour
- Bright colour
- Aromatic qualities
- Nutritional profile
The result is a highly concentrated native fruit powder with exceptional flavour intensity and excellent shelf stability.
Australian Native Superfood
Quandong is known for its naturally occurring antioxidants and has traditionally been valued as an important Australian bushfood. Studies have shown quandong contains high levels of phenolic antioxidants, along with naturally occurring vitamin E, folate, magnesium, zinc and iron.
Quandong is also recognised for its naturally high vitamin C content and distinctive tart flavour profile.
Product Highlights
- 100% Australian native fruit
- Freeze-dried for flavour preservation
- No artificial colours or flavours
- Bright tart native fruit flavour
- Ideal for desserts, beverages & native cooking
- Suitable for vegan & gluten-free diets
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal after opening for maximum freshness.
