Taste the Azores in Every Bite

At AzorAROMA, we take pride in capturing the natural essence of the Azores through our thoughtfully crafted ingredients. Among our most loved creations are our freeze-dried bananas, available in both crunchy pieces and smooth powder. Grown and prepared in small batches on Pico Island, these bananas carry the flavor, character, and simplicity of island life—delivered straight to your kitchen.

Grown in Pico Island: Naturally Flavorful

The Azores archipelago is blessed with fertile volcanic soil, clean air, and a mild climate—an environment that nurtures vibrant, flavorful fruit. The bananas grown on Pico Island are smaller, sweeter, and more aromatic than many others, thanks to these ideal natural conditions and the care of local farmers.

We work directly with small-scale growers who harvest each banana at the right stage of ripeness. Only the best fruit makes it into our freeze-dryer—selected by hand and processed just a few kilometers from where it was grown. The images are from Ribeiras, Lajes county, Pico island.

Our Freeze-Drying Process: Flavor, Preserved

Freeze-drying is a gentle technique that removes moisture while retaining the fruit’s original color, aroma, and taste. After freezing the bananas at low temperatures (-35°C), we use vacuum sublimation to dehydrate them—preserving the character of the fruit without the need for additives, sugar, or preservatives.

Once dry, the bananas are sealed in airtight, vacuum-packed bags to ensure freshness, crispness, and a long shelf life—naturally.

Two Ways to Enjoy: Pieces or Powder

We offer our bananas in two easy-to-use formats:

🍌 Banana Pieces

Crisp, light, and naturally sweet—perfect for snacking, topping, or mixing into granola and trail mix. They add both flavor and texture to your dishes, and are a favorite among kids and adults alike.

🍌 Banana Powder

Finely milled and easy to blend, our powder is ideal for smoothies, baking, baby food, sauces, and more. It dissolves smoothly and adds pure banana flavor to both sweet and savory recipes.

Made with Care, Close to the Source

• 100% Banana — Just one ingredient. No sugar, no additives, nothing extra.

• Vegan & Gluten-Free — Suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences.

• Sustainably Produced — Grown, processed, and packaged in the Azores with respect for the land and local communities.

From hand-harvesting to freeze-drying and packaging, every step happens in the eastern region of Pico Island – Lajes county, minimizing our environmental footprint and supporting Azorean agriculture.

Everyday Uses for Freeze-Dried Banana

Get creative in the kitchen—or keep it simple. Here are just a few ways to enjoy our freeze-dried banana products:

• Add powder to smoothies, pancake batter, or yogurt

• Use slices as a snack, or sprinkle over cereal or oatmeal

• Create banana-infused dessert sauces or homemade energy bars

• Blend into frostings, muffins, or breakfast mixes

No matter how you use it, you’re bringing the pure taste of island-grown fruit into your day.

From the Azores, With Simplicity

At AzorAROMA, we believe real food needs nothing more than nature’s touch. Our freeze-dried bananas are a delicious and honest way to experience the flavor of the Azores, wherever you are.