Freeze-dried candy is a trendy snack, but how is it made and why does it cost so much more than its heavier, non-freeze-dried counterparts?

On Oct. 15, Mars Wrigley revealed Skittles Pop’d: a freeze-dried twist on the classic fruity candies. Previously, freeze-dried Skittles were only available through third-party brands.

After stumbling upon Trader Joe’s Watermelon Freeze-Dried Candies earlier this month, I was instantly intrigued by their ...

On Oct. 15, Mars Wrigley revealed Skittles Pop’d: a freeze-dried twist on the classic fruity candies. Previously, freeze-dried Skittles were only available through third-party brands.

They now offer freeze dried fruit, like “strawberries, pineapples, mangos and blueberries,” according to Christine. It’s a timely process, ranging from a couple of hours to 16 hours for candy.