Grainwell Puffed Khorasan Bulk (Organic Available)

Grainwell is a leading US producer of non-GMO, clean-label puffed Khorasan wheat, with organic puffed Khorasan available upon request. Our ready-to-eat, single-ingredient inclusions give food teams an ancient wheat with a simple label and broad appeal across bars, granola, cereals, snacks, and artisan breads.

Request a sample and our commercialization team will connect with your R&D team.

What To Love About Puffed Khorasan

Puffed Khorasan brings a recognizable grain identity to a formula, which helps brands move beyond generic inclusions. Food teams choose it for three reasons:

Light, Airy Crunch: Holds its texture in bars, granola, and toppings
Buttery, Nutty Flavor: Adds the rich, toasted notes Khorasan is known for in sweet and savory builds
Formulation Flexibility: Works as an inclusion, a coating, or a finished-product topping

History of Khorasan, an Ancient Grain

Khorasan wheat takes its name from the historical Khorasan region of ancient Persia, which spanned what is now northeastern Iran and parts of Central Asia. A tetraploid relative of durum and emmer wheat, it has been cultivated across the Middle East and Central Asia for thousands of years and remains largely unchanged by modern breeding, which places it among ancient grains like emmer, einkorn, and spelt. Its kernels stand out for being large, amber-colored, and roughly twice the size of common wheat.

The grain is also sold under the trademarked name Kamut®, a registered form of khorasan wheat.

Nutritional Value Of Puffed Khorasan

Khorasan is a treasure trove of nutrients. This ancient grain boasts a higher protein content than common wheat, making it a substantial addition to any diet. It is also a rich source of essential nutrients including selenium, zinc, and magnesium. The unique protein profile and the presence of healthy fatty acids contribute to its nutritional superiority.

Puffed Khorasan Applications

Puffed Khorasan fits a wide range of finished products and works as a flexible addition to the puffed grains a food team keeps on hand:

Granola and Cereal: Adds credibility to commercial granola and cereal lines
Nutrition Bars: A recognizable grain identity without crowding the ingredient deck
Snack Mixes: A satisfying bite in trail mixes and savory snack blends
Artisan and Specialty Breads: Textural contrast in specialty bread formulations
Finished-Product Toppings: Sprinkled over yogurt, bowls, and baked goods before serving

Benefits of Grainwell Puffed Khorasan

For product teams, the value is in what puffed Khorasan adds to a formula and what it removes from the workload:

Nutritional Contribution: A nutrient-dense ancient wheat that brings more protein than common wheat, plus fiber and minerals like selenium and magnesium, to the nutrition panel
Single-Ingredient Clean Label: Pure puffed Khorasan, with no additives or preservatives
Consistent Supply: Bulk volumes from a Midwest facility serving the US and Canada, with an organic option on request
Production Consistency: The Grainwell Way puffing process delivers uniform results across runs
Sustainable Production: Made with an energy- and water-conscious process and high yields

Looking For Organic Puffed Khorasan and Bulk Supply?

Grainwell supplies organic and conventional puffed Khorasan in bulk from a purpose-built SQF Level III facility in Dyersville, Iowa. Our in-house R&D and commercialization teams work with yours from concept through scale-up.

Tell us your texture and inclusion goals, and we’ll recommend a grain and puff profile.

For more information or to request samples, please click the “Request A Sample” button below. Our commercialization team will get in touch with your R&D team promptly.