9 05, 2022

Can You Name 15 Dough Conditioners?

Dough strengthener. Bread improver. Crumb softener. A host of regulators and oxidizers. The whole list falls into the category of dough conditioners. While the definition is pretty open-ended, the results are straight forward.  No matter which ones (or combination of ones) you use, they should be accomplishing three main targets for you: Consistent outcome and quality: When you’re baking [...]

7 03, 2022

When Should You Bake with Whey Protein?

More than you are now! With the current keto and high protein trend, this naturally protein-rich ingredient packs a big punch when used in food. Not only does it increase protein in baked goods, whey also helps increase quality. It has strong water-binding properties that work well with whole wheat flours. Whey Functionality When used in baking, [...]

25 01, 2022

An Alternative Emulsifier That Does it All

It's time that you met the alternative emulsifier alpha-cyclodextrin. This water-soluble sugar ring molecule is made from starch. Due to its shape, it has a hydrophilic surface and hydrophobic center hole. It's this unique shape that gives it the ability of complexing nonpolar substances. Emulsifiers are an essential ingredient—the glue that keeps many products [...]

11 08, 2020

The Role of Mono and Diglycerides in Baking

These surfactants are the go-to emulsifier for commercial baking. Mono and Diglycerides are glycerol molecules with one or two fatty acids attached via interesterification. The result is a multi-functional ingredient. What do they do in baked goods? Improve loaf volume Create a softer crumb Extend textural shelf-life of cakes and bread Optimize aeration of cake [...]

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