Snack co-extruder that can produce two fillings

Co-extrusion involves extruding a hollow tube of cereal while simultaneously injecting low-moisture cream or paste fillings into the centre. These products can be marketed as bar-sized premium snacks with contrasting or complementary fillings, such as chocolate and orange cream or chilli and salsa.

Suitable fillings are said to elevate single- or twin-filled co-extrusion products into the premium indulgent or healthy snack categories, where growth potential and margins are higher than standard extruded snacks.

Innovation is the main driver of growth in the diverse and highly fragmented snacks market, and for companies operating a standard system comprising a Baker Perkins SBX Master extruder, dryer and flavouring system, the addition of co-extrusion capability is a potential path to business growth, claims the equipment supplier.

Contact: Baker Perkins​