Clean label is a growing and large trend in the baking industry. Consumers, especially younger generations, are looking for original, healthier, simple and more familiar products that create a long-lasting customer adherence. Baking these products requires rethinking ingredients, processes and quality control. Currently, there is no absolute definition for clean label. Instead, the concept implies [...]
Along with trends from the last few years, the demand for natural and organic products is growing. And it’s not going away anytime soon. So now is the time to jump on the train. But before you do, it's important to know what’s involved in the process. Going Organic When it comes to labeling [...]
Artificial Colors Also known as artificial colorants What are Artificial Colors? Artificial colors are food additives used to provide or enhance characteristic colors in food products. They are obtained from synthetic processes, and are typically made up of complex hydrocarbons, nitrogen and sulfur ions.¹ Compared to naturally extracted colors, artificial colors are more [...]
Sorbitol What is Sorbitol? Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that is manufactured from the glucose produced from cornstarch. It is often used as a sugar substitute in candies, baked goods, syrups and beverages. Sorbitol is roughly 60% as sweet as sucrose and has approximately 2.6 calories per gram1 It also occurs naturally [...]
Natural Flavors What are Natural Flavors? Natural flavors are food additives that provide particular tastes or aromas to food products.1 They are used in a wide variety of baked goods and beverages to enhance or impart a desirable flavor that lasts through the shelf life product. Natural flavors are available in several forms: [...]
