Impact of Roasted Yellow Split Pea Flour on Dough Rheology and Quality of Fortified Wheat Breads

Roasted yellow split pea (YSP) flours were used to substitute wheat flour, at 10–20% (flour basis) in wheat bread formulations. Rheometry showed that roasted YSP flour addition increased elasticity and resistance to deformation and flow of the composite doughs, particularly at 20% substitution; instead, at 10% addition (either raw or roasted YSP flour), there were no effects on dough rheology and bread textural properties. Breads fortified with roasted YSP flour at levels >10% exhibited lower loaf-specific volume and harder crumb compared to control (bread without YSP flour). Moreover, only breads with 20% roasted YSP flour displayed a significantly higher staling extent and rate, compared to control, as assessed by large deformation mechanical testing and calorimetry (starch retrogradation) of crumb preparations. This formulation also showed a large increase in β-sheets and β-turns at the expense of α-helix and random coil conformations in protein secondary structure as assessed by FTIR spectroscopy. Roasting of YSP effectively masked the “beany” and “grass-like” off-flavors of raw YSP flour at 10% substitution. Overall, roasted YSP flour at the 10% level was successfully incorporated into wheat bread formulations without adversely affecting dough rheology, bread texture, and shelf-life, resulting in final products with a pleasant flavor profile.

Fructo-oligosaccharides, hydrolyzed soy protein and yeast (Saccharomyces sp.) extract as potential cryoprotectans in gluten-free frozen dough and bread quality.

People with celiac disease, wheat allergy, and non-celiac gluten sensitivity required bakery products without gluten. However, gluten-free bread has a high rate of starch retrogradation during shelf life, resulting in loss of softness in the bread crumbs. The inclusion of frozen doughs for gluten-free bread can provide a feasible solution to increase product supply with high technological and sensory quality, providing fresh bread with uniform characteristics. The biggest challenge in the frozen dough for gluten-free bread is related to the high amount of water added to the dough (70-120 % - flour basis) because the ice crystals formed during the freezing step can cause damage to yeast. The use of cryoprotectants in the dough is an alternative for preserving yeast during freezing and cold chain maintenance. This study aimed to evaluate the behavior of fructo-oligosaccharide, hydrolyzed soy protein, and yeast extract as a cryoprotectant in the gluten-free frozen dough and the evaluation of bread quality. Through the Response Surface Methodology, using a Simplex-Centroid Mixture Design, the cryoprotectants were evaluated up to a concentration of 5 % (flour basis) with freezing of the dough for 7 days at -18 °C. The results showed that with the use of cryoprotectants, there was an increase in volume increase of the doughs, in the specific volume of the bread, and the softness of the crumb. The use of 69 % fructo-oligosaccharide and 31 % hydrolyzed soy protein, without the yeast extract, was considered as the optimal formulation for the tested cryoprotectants, with a probability of 79.60 % of success obtained by the desirability function. These levels promoted a better biopreservation of yeast fermentation power and resulting in an improved crumb softness and specific volume at 46 and 40 %, respectively, compared to the standard sample.

Combined Effect of Chia, Quinoa and Amaranth Incorporation on the Physico-Chemical, Nutritional and Functional Quality of Fresh Bread

With regard to constant technological innovations in the bakery sector in order to increase bread nutritional value without affecting its technological and sensory characteristics, we applied pseudocereals/oilseeds to obtain an optimal formulation. A factorial design 33 was used and the independent factors were chia flour (levels: 0, 10, 20% flour basis), quinoa flour (levels: 0, 20, 40% flour basis), and amaranth flour (levels: 0, 20, 40% flour basis). Their effects and interactions were studied through the response surface methodology to optimise the bread formulation from a holistic viewpoint, which included the nutritional, technological and sensory characteristics. The optimum formulation with the highest quality was the blend made with 10, 4, and 20% of chia, quinoa, and amaranth, respectively. The results showed a significant increase in protein amount, ash, lipids, and crumb firmness compared to wheat bread. The calorie value of the control sample and the optimised formula were significantly similar, bearing in mind the high lipid amounts present in raw materials. Loaf-specific volume slightly decreased in comparison to control bread, as expected in formulations with gluten-free raw materials and a large amount of fibre. The optimised formula presented nutritionally/functionally higher indexes and similar overall acceptability to the control bread (p < 0.05).

Modelling the effects of psyllium and water on dough parameters using Mixolab® and their relationship with physical properties and acceptability of gluten-free bread

This study aimed to investigate the effects of psyllium (P) and water (W) on dough Mixolab® parameters, and their relationship with gluten-free bread (GFB) physical properties and acceptability. A 2² factorial design with three center points was used, in which P levels ranged from 2.86 to 17.14% and W levels from 82.14 to 117.86% on a flour basis. Samples were compared to a control GFB (0P:100W), and data were evaluated using regression models and multiple factor analysis (MFA). The predicted model equations were significant (R2adj= 82-99%, p<0.05) and showed that P increased dough consistency (C1), protein weakening (C2), gelatinization (C3), stability (C4) and retrogradation (C5) of starch, whereas W or its interaction with P decreased these parameters. MFA’s three dimensions explain 94.86% of the total variation. Factor 1 (57.02%) positively discriminates the loaf-specific volume and all acceptability attributes, but negatively discriminates crumb firmness and C1, C2, C3, C4, and C3-C4 Mixolab parameters, especially in the 2.86P:82.14W sample. Factor 2 (26.30%) positively discriminates the C5, C1-C2, and C5-C4 Mixolab parameters and central points of the study, but negatively discriminates the control GFB. Factor 3 (11.54%) positively discriminates crumb moisture and 2.86P:117.86W and 17.14P:117.86W samples, unlike 2.86P:82.14W, which is negatively discriminated. We found results regarding dough Mixolab parameters to explain P and W influence and its capability of predicting GFB physical properties and acceptability.

Use of Almond Skins to Improve Nutritional and Functional Properties of Biscuits: An Example of Upcycling

Upcycling food industry by-products has become a topic of interest within the framework of the circular economy, to minimize environmental impact and the waste of resources. This research aimed at verifying the effectiveness of using almond skins, a by-product of the confectionery industry, in the preparation of functional biscuits with improved nutritional properties. Almond skins were added at 10 g/100 g (AS10) and 20 g/100 g (AS20) to a wheat flour basis. The protein content was not influenced, whereas lipids and dietary fiber significantly increased (p < 0.05), the latter meeting the requirements for applying “source of fiber” and “high in fiber” claims to AS10 and AS20 biscuits, respectively. The addition of almond skins altered biscuit color, lowering L* and b* and increasing a*, but improved friability. The biscuits showed sensory differences in color, odor and textural descriptors. The total sum of single phenolic compounds, determined by HPLC, was higher (p < 0.05) in AS10 (97.84 µg/g) and AS20 (132.18 µg/g) than in control (73.97 µg/g). The antioxidant activity showed the same trend as the phenolic. The p-hydroxy benzoic and protocatechuic acids showed the largest increase. The suggested strategy is a practical example of upcycling when preparing a health-oriented food product.

Cake Perception, Texture and Aroma Profile as Affected by Wheat Flour and Cocoa Replacement with Carob Flour

Carob flour has been used in the production of a wide range of functional food formulations such as bakery goods either as a natural sweetener or food ingredient that, when roasted, exerts a chocolate/cocoa-reminiscent flavor and color. The aim of the present study was twofold; firstly to study the effect of an increasing incorporation of roasted carob flour (0–70% flour basis) on the quality and sensory attributes of a conventional cocoa cake recipe and secondly to investigate the obtained volatile fraction responsible for the aroma by means of headspace solid phase microextraction (HS-SPME) technique coupled to gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) while comparing it with the control, cocoa-containing cake recipe. Thirty and fifty percent carob flour incorporation rendered cakes with acceptable texture and sensory attributes, comparable to the control cake recipe containing 20% cocoa. Similarity to cocoa aroma was attributed to a great number of odor active compounds mainly belonging to aldehydes, lactones, furan/pyran derivatives, and pyrrole derivatives.

JUSTIFICATION OF THE WAREHOUSE OF FERMENTED PRODUCTS USING VEGETABLE FILLERS

To create fermented products, it is necessary to determine the composition of highly efficient cultures of microorganisms, which, along with high productivity, have a high and diverse biochemical activity. The correct choice of biologically active strains of bifido- and lacto cultures for the production of fermented dairy products allows to obtain a quality that meets the requirements of regulatory documents. One of the promising areas of fermented milk fermented products is the development of complex yeasts based on consortia of probiotic bacteria of different taxonomic groups, which are more resistant to adverse environmental factors and have higher activity compared to yeasts made using pure monocultures. The selection criteria for strains for fermentation compositions are their biological activity, ie the ability to provide the predicted functional effect on the human body, as well as technological parameters that will obtain dessert fermented milk products with certain physicochemical and rheological properties. The article scientifically researches and substantiates the composition of pro- and prebiotics, the influence of the bifidostimulating component and the stabilizing system on the quality indicators of fermented dessert products, developed technologies of sour milk desserts based on a consortium of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. Since milk is an unfavorable environment for the development of most microorganisms - representatives of the normal bacterial flora of the human gastrointestinal tract and does not contain low molecular weight compounds necessary for the development of microorganisms, and most bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus, Lactococcus and Bifidobacterium are obligate in milk oxygen, they develop very slowly in milk. The conducted researches allowed to develop recipes and technologies of production of fermented desserts on milk and milk-flour basis, with the use of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli, as well as bifidostimulants, structurants and fruit - berry fillers, which retain high biological value, delicate texture, taste and aroma for 15 days.

The rheological properties of wheat dough containing zeolite residue

The use of natural zeolite - clinoptilolite to protect wheat grain from storage insects within environmentally-friendly storage techniques can lead to the presence of small amounts of zeolite residues in flour. This study investigated the influence of as-received zeolite clinoptilolite (Z) and sodium-rich clinoptilolite (NaZ) in wheat dough on the dough rheological properties. Zeolites were added to dough at 0.5-1.5 wt.% flour basis level, which is a range expected to remain in the grain (flour) after treatment to control storage pests. The effects were studied in two types of wheat, conventional (Triticum aestivum) and spelt (T. aestivum spp. spelta) because they initially differ in rheological properties. NaZ was used to discern whether the presence of increased concentration of Na+ ions in the zeolite was able to exert a higher strengthening effect as compared to as-received zeolite (Z). NaZ exerted the highest dough strengthening effect which was mainly reflected as decreased dough softening and increased water absorption. The fact that the presence of NaZ was the most effective factor in improving the dough rheological profile suggested that the presence of movable cations in the zeolite lattice might have a pronounced role in the mechanism by which zeolite affects dough behaviour.

Wheat Bread with Dairy Products—Technology, Nutritional, and Sensory Properties

As the relation between diet and health became a priority for the consumers, the development of healthy foods enriched with functional ingredients increased substantially. Dairy products represent an alternative for new products and can be used to enhance the functional and nutritional value of bakery products. The addition of yoghurt and curd cheese to wheat bread was studied, and the impact on the dough rheology, microstructure, bread quality, and sensory properties were evaluated. Dairy product additions from 10 to 50 g and higher levels up to 70 g of yoghurt and 83 g of curd cheese were tested. Replacements were performed on wheat flour basis and water absorption. It was observed that the yoghurt additions had a positive impact on the rheology characteristics of the dough. For curd cheese additions, the best dough evaluated on extension was the 30 g of wheat flour formulation. In both cases, the microstructure analysis supported the results obtained for doughs and breads. These breads showed a significant improvement on nutrition profile, which is important to balance the daily diet in terms of major and trace minerals and is important for health-enhancing and maintenance. Good sensorial acceptability for breads with 50 g of yoghurt and 30 g of curd cheese was obtained.

Gluten-free cookies with products of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) roots and leaves

This study investigated gluten-free cookies (GFC) made with cassava roots and leaves products. The GFCs were produced with addition of 0% (control), 10% (M1), 15% (M2), and 20% (M3) of cooked cassava leaves (flour basis), and evaluated for stability for 28 days. The results were subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA), using the Scott Knott test, SISVAR, at a significance level of 5%. The cookies made with 1.55% (d.b.) cooked leaves (M2) showed higher stability during storage in relation to the moisture, water activity and hardness parameters.