Browsing by Author "Peláez García Josselyn Nayick"

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    Aprovechamiento de la sobreoferta de frutas en Bulán para la elaboración de cuatro helados y dos sorbetes artesanales
    (Instituto Superior Tecnológico Particular Sudamericano, 2025) Hernández Guerrero Geovanna Elizabeth; Peláez García Josselyn Nayick
    This research proposes a solution to fruit waste in Bulán parish, Paute canton, derived from the local fruit surplus, which causes economic losses to farmers and negative environmental impacts. In this context, a proposal was developed for the production of artisanal ice creams and sorbets using fruit surpluses as an alternative to reduce waste, valorize local resources, and promote food innovation. The main objective was to both design and validate recipes for artisanal ice creams made with local fruits, applying techniques that preserve their organoleptic properties. A mixed-methods approach was employed, based on field research, literature review, experimental formulation, and sensory validation through surveys and focus group tastings. Standardized formulations were created using fruits such as avocado, peach, custard apple, pear, babaco, satsuma, and tree tomato, resulting in sensorially accepted products, as well as demonstrating high consumer acceptance, in addition to a positive disposition among producers to adopt this alternative. The initiative contributes to local development by generating opportunities for rural entrepreneurship.