Keto Bread What is keto bread? Keto bread is a staple food formulated for individuals following the strict low-carb ketogenic diet. This bread cannot contain cereal flours such as wheat, so a viscoelastic dough is very unlikely to obtain under this scenario. It is made by replacing traditional wheat flour with low-carbohydrate [...]
Flatbread What is Flatbread? Flatbread is a unique class of baked products characterized by its low specific volume and high crust-to-crumb ratio. They can be consumed as a side dish with several meals and is the staple food of many Middle Eastern, Asian and African cultures.1 Some examples are pita bread, chapati [...]
White Pan Bread What is White Pan Bread? White pan bread is a yeast-leavened baked product made from white or refined flour. It is proofed and baked in a constraining pan to maintain a consistent loaf shape and size throughout processing. It is considered a lean bakery product and is the most [...]
Italian Bread What is Italian Bread? Italian bread is a hearth-baked product leavened with commercial baker’s yeast or based on sourdough. It is generally characterized by a hard crust, chewy crumb and unique cell structure (grain). Examples of Italian breads include: Ciabatta Altamura Pugliese (rustic) Focaccia Origin Italian breads [...]
Bread Evaluation What is Bread Evaluation? Bread evaluation is a systematic, subjective and semi-quantitative method for scoring bread products relative to a standard which is usually defined by the bakery’s R&D and QC departments. It is different from objective product evaluation, which is based on the measurement of variables and analysis of [...]
Inclusions What are Inclusions? Inclusions are small variegates added to foods and bakery formulations to impart unique textures, flavors, colors or other desirable properties. They are available as slices, flakes, nuggets, pellets or other forms. Examples of inclusions include: Dried fruit pieces Chocolate and confectionery chunks Unique grains and seeds Crunchy nuts [...]
High Protein Bread What is High Protein Bread? High protein bread has been formulated and processed to comply with food labeling requirements for the nutrient content claims of:1,2 “High in protein” “Rich in protein” “Excellent source of protein” This claim requires that the finished product contains at least 20% protein per reference [...]
Fonio What is Fonio? Fonio, one of many types of grains and pseudocereals referred to as ancient grains, has West African origins. It is touted for its nutritional profile and lack of gluten, which makes it an attractive baking ingredient, particularly for breads and snacks. However, some experts say more research is [...]
Barley What is Barley? Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is a flavorful and chewy grain that can be added to breads and other baked goods. It may be hulled or pearled, which can change a product’s final flavor and nutritional profile.1 Barley is a non-GMO crop typically available for culinary use in two forms: [...]
Bagel What is Bagel? A bagel is a type of bread roll with a special O-ring shape. It is characterized by a shiny, tough crust and a chewy crumb. These features are the result of the bagel’s composition, its long retarding time and the dough boiling step prior to baking. Traditional style [...]
