Do Freeze-Dried Sweets Weigh Less? The Science of Sublimation
                                
                                
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                                Freeze-drying removes up to 99% of a product's water content, which is the primary reason freeze-dried sweets weigh less than regular sweets. This remarkable reduction in weight is a direct result of a scientific process called lyophilization that removes moisture without compromising the treat's original flavor profile.