11 06, 2015

Enzyme

Enzyme What is an Enzyme? An enzyme is a protein catalyst that makes  chemical changes in biological systems. Various categories are used in baked goods, beverages, dairy, beer, glucose syrups, starch and other food products.1 In bakery systems, enzymes act as: Dough conditioners Fermentation enhancers Anti-staling agents This enables bakers to remove [...]

10 06, 2015

Emulsifiers

Emulsifiers What are Emulsifiers? Emulsifiers are surface-active ingredients that stabilize non-homogeneous mixes, like water and oil.1,2 When water and oil exist in a system, the oil eventually separates and floats to the top.  To stop this, emulsifiers are used as an intermediary for water and oil. Various emulsifiers are used in foods [...]

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