+ SUBSCRIBE & NEVER MISS AN EPISODE Shelf life extension is a complex issue that doesn’t have a simple solution, however, enzymes can be a useful tool on the journey towards keeping baked goods fresher longer. In bakery systems, enzymes can be utilized as dough conditioners, fermentation enhancers, and anti-staling agents. The [...]
Vegetarian Baking What is Vegetarian Baking? Vegetarian baking involves the production of baked goods to meet the requirements of the following diets: Lacto-ovo vegetarians Lacto vegetarians Ovo vegetarians Vegans Traditional artisan-type bread, rustic bread, and many other sweet baked goods may be considered inherently vegetarian products. Cereal flour, water, baking powder, yeast, [...]
Quality Control for Baking Ingredients What is Quality Control for Baking Ingredients? Commercial or high-speed bakeries rely on advanced processing technology and high-quality ingredients to consistently deliver delicious and nutritious baked goods to their customers. Quality control for ingredients and raw materials is an essential part of food safety and quality management [...]
Alpha-cyclodextrin Also known as alpha-dextrin (α-CD) or alpha-cycloamylose What is Alpha-cyclodextrin? Alpha-cyclodextrin has emulsifying and stabilizing properties. It can also eliminate undesirable compounds. In the food industry, alpha dextrins are used for: Stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions Controlling the solubility and dispersibility of un-mixable liquids Masking odors and unwanted flavors Stabilizing and protecting compounds [...]
Thinking of formulating a new product? Or does a current one need some adjustment? Maybe you’re trying to substitute one ingredient for a gluten-free or fat-free one. For these questions and hundreds of other ones, the answer lies in the function of key ingredients. Dr. Lin Carson and Dr. Jayne Bock carry on their discussion [...]
Non-GMO Ingredients What are Non-GMO Ingredients? Non-GMO or GMO-free ingredients are from crops that have not been genetically altered using novel genetic engineering or DNA manipulation techniques. These modifications are different from traditional cross-breeding or hybridization. GMOs are found extensively in major crops grown in the United States, such as: Corn Soy [...]
Compressed Yeast Also known as fresh yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae What is Compressed Yeast? Compressed yeast is a fresh cream yeast that has been drained from most of its water and compressed into small blocks. This yeast is the most common form of commercial baker’s yeast. It is used in both small and [...]
Lecithin What is Lecithin? Lecithin is a natural emulsifier and stabilizer in foods. It's widely used in cakes and yeast-leavened bakery products. This ingredient is found in raw materials such as eggs or soybeans, and can be used as a clean label ingredient. It is used as a: Wetting agent Pan release [...]
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL) What is Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL)? SSL is a versatile emulsifier used in bread, buns and other bakery products as a dough strengthener and crumb softener. Due to its ionic and nonpolar nature, it is able to interact with gluten proteins promoting their aggregation. Its nonpolar portion allows it [...]
Dough Conditioner Ingredients What are Dough Conditioner Ingredients? Dough conditioners are natural or chemical-origin ingredients that are used in baking formulations. They can improve flour baking performance and produce high-quality baked goods with extended shelf-life while maintaining consistent production processes. The major groups of dough conditioner ingredients are: Enzymes Emulsifiers (dough strengtheners [...]
