How Are Puffed Snacks Produced?
Jul 23, 2025| How are puffed snacks produced?
The production of puffed snacks requires a food puffing machine, and large-scale production requires a puffed snack production line.
The working principle of the puffed snack production line mainly includes the following steps:
Raw material preparation: The raw materials of the puffed snack production line usually include potato starch, corn starch, flour, etc. After pre-treatment such as screening and cleaning, these raw materials are ready for the next step of processing.
Extrusion molding: The raw materials are fed into the extruder. Through the high temperature and high pressure extrusion, the raw materials are subjected to strong shear force and friction inside the machine, causing physical and chemical changes, thus achieving the effect of extrusion.
Puffing process: In the puffing machine, the raw materials are treated with high temperature and high pressure, the internal water evaporates quickly, the starch gelatinizes, and a porous puffed product is formed. This process can control the density and taste of the product through different operating conditions and configurations.
Drying and Seasoning: The puffed product needs to be dried to remove excess moisture and maintain the crispy texture of the product. After drying, the product will be seasoned to enhance the flavor.
Packaging: Finally, the puffed snacks are packaged into finished products for easy storage. The packaging process is usually completed by automated equipment to ensure the hygiene and safety of the product.
| Model | Power | Capacity | Heater | Dimension(mm) | Weight |
| LXT-65 | 5.5kw | 50 kg/h | 1 kw | 1720*870*1050 | 350 kg |
| LXT-70 | 15kw | 150kg/h | 1 kw | 1720*970*1250 | 500 kg |
| LXT-85 | 18.5kw | 200-300kg/h | 2 kw | 1360*1870*850 | 650 kg |
| LXT-95 | 22kw | 400-500kg/h | 2 kw | 2300*1170*1400 | 850 kg |
Advantages:
Efficient production: Automated production lines greatly improve production efficiency and reduce labor costs.
Quality control: Automated production can ensure product consistency and high quality.
Diversified products: By adjusting operating conditions and configurations, puffed foods of different shapes and flavors can be produced.
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