Microencapsulation of guava pulp using prebiotic wall material

Abstract Important functional compounds present in fruits are often lost technological processes and during storage. Microencapsulation technique allows maintaining the of interest adding value to product using encapsulating materials. This work aimed produce microencapsulated guava pulp spray-drying a encapsulant material, i.e., mix inulin maltodextrin. The was analyzed for centesimal composition, carotenoid content, antioxidant activity. microspheres were retention carotenoids, activity over time, morphology by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) X-ray diffraction. Two proportions coating material could maintain pulp. microencapsulation with higher percentage is preferred option due good results stability regarding relevant more stable microstructure. In addition, can add powders owing its inherent properties. obtained study innovative interesting, as well may provide capable use these materials encapsulated agents. fact, it be considered potential ingredient.