Fleischmann Fundamentals
Fleischmann’s fundamental business strategy focuses on building customer relationships. With more than 135 years in the industry, Fleischmann delivers superior product value. The company leads the baking industry in the development of new products and is an expert in the fermentation of ingredients and conditioners. Fleischmann’s new product directory provides information on a variety of its products from the Benchmate line to yeasts, dough conditioners, vinegars, acidulants, tablets, leaveners and more. 1-800-772-3971.
Marvelous Maltisweet
SPI Polyols introduces its new line of No-Sugar-Added Fruit Toppings, otherwise known as Maltisweet M95 Maltitol Solution. Available in both blueberry and strawberry flavors, this low-in-net-carbs ingredient adds pizzazz to desserts and other baked goods. 1-800-789-9755.
Brilliant BenneFlax
T.J. Harkins introduces new milled sesame-seed and flaxseed flours — Sesame Flour and BenneFlax — for use in artisan and low-carb breads. Each product is formulated and processed to optimize the combination of protein, carbs, dietary fiber and flavor. These flours can act as a partial replacement to wheat flour in order to reduce carbs, or as a substitute to soy flour for better flavor. 1-800-527-5552.
Fantastic Fillings
California Custom Fruits and Flavors, Inc. has a complete line of low-water-activity fillings for cereal bars and cookies. CCFF has developed fillings as low as 0.50 for ultimate shelf life extension. The reduced-moisture fillings are designed to withstand heavy extrusion into bakery casings and remain stable under intense baking temperatures. The fruit fillings are naturally fat-free and have a blend of natural and artificial flavors to improve eating quality. Low-sugar and no-sugar-added fruit fillings and custom-designed bakery flavors and fruit products are available. 1-626-812-6555.
Outstanding Oil
A high-stability liquid oil made from specially bred seeds for canola oil is Bunge’s latest innovation. Elite Nutra Clear HS is trans fatty acid free, high in oleic acid, low in linolenic acid and low in saturated fatty acids. The product has good oxidative stability without the need for hydrogenation or antioxidants. Also available in shortening form, Elite Vream is recommended for applications like salad oil, spray oil and industrial frying. 1-800-828-0800.
Heavenly Hazelnuts
World production of hazelnuts averages nearly one million tons each year. Hazelnuts are grown in many countries including Turkey, Italy, Spain and the United States. The Hazelnut Council presents its booklet “Hazelnut Applications and Usage — A Guide for Food Professionals,” providing a summary for consumers about this versatile nut. In it, consumers can learn about the shape, flavor and texture of the hazelnut, grades and standards, processing, shelf life and health. 1-206-270- HNUT.
Savor Flavor
Carmi Flavor & Fragrance Co. has four generations of expertise in the flavor industry. Carmi offers flavor flexibility with two choices of flavor lines. The Flavor Depot brand is a full line of standard flavors available in natural, natural/artificial, nature identical, artificial, liquid and powder form. The Carmi Flavor line features custom formulated flavors available in liquid or powder form, natural, natural/artificial, nature identical and artificial varieties. Carmi has flavors for all applications including bakery, beverage, confectionery, dairy, health and nutraceutical, ice cream and sherbet, savory, snack food and more. 1-800-421-9647.
Innovative Ingredients
ADM Specialty Food Ingredients offers more than 500 high-quality ingredients. Its new baking booklet focuses on the baking industry across a wide range of products and processes. Covering everything from services to applications, cakes to cookies, snacks to cereals, pizza to pie crusts and more, this booklet provides the answers bakers are looking for. Learn more about industry challenges like carb-counting and trans-fat watching to information about R&D resources listed by industry. 1-866-545-8200.
Forbidden Fruit
Tree Top is “growing new ideas” with two innovations — low-carb apples and juice concentrates. With a 58% reduction in net carbs, low-carb apples allow dieters to enjoy the taste and nutritional benefits of apples without sacrificing their low-carb lifestyles. Apple dices are infused with sorbitol and contain only 34 gm. of net carbs per 100 gm. serving in low moisture form. The dices can be used in applications like low-carb bakery mixes, breakfast bars, dried fruit snacks and more. Juice concentrates from Tree Top taste fresh-from-the-tree when they reach your table. Flavors like apple, apricot, blackberry, cherry, peach, pear, plum and even tropical are available, as well as custom blends. 1-800-367-6571.
Potato Paradise
Idaho Pacific takes you to the forefront of current food trends with superior-quality, dehydrated potato products. Whether using potato flakes, granules or flours, everyday and specialty recipes for loaves, dinner rolls, focaccias, baguettes and pizza dough can be enhanced with perfect texture, rich color and delicious taste. 1-208-538-6971.
Mouth-watering Morsels
Nestle Branded Ingredients offers mountains of possibilities with its extensive line of morsels, miniatures and candy inclusions and toppings. Choose from Toll House morsels, chunks, white morsels, peanut morsels, rainbow mini morsels and more. Perfect for use in snack packs are miniatures like Butterfingers, Crunch bars, Wonka Cherry Nerds, Baby Ruth bars and more. For use in snack, baking and ice cream products are Butterfinger pieces, Butterfinger fine grind, Buncha Crunch, Rainbow Nerds, mini gems, Choco Bake and more. 1-866-429-5371.
Terrific Tortillability
Danisco offers a variety of ingredient solutions for better-tasting, healthier, more consistent quality tortillas. This line of specialty ingredients improves “tortillability” and tortilla functionality providing better flexibility, machinability, stability and nutrition. Functional products include Panodan Datem, Dimodan Distilled Monoglycerides, Grindamyl PowerBake Bakery Enzymes and more. 1-800-255-6837.
Unique Pizza
Kerry Americas recently unveiled innovative Reduced-Carb Pizza Curls, featuring a unique reduced-carb substrate and reduced-carb snack seasonings. The soy-based curls are accented with a zesty, tomato pizza taste profile and feature about 6- to 8-gm. of net carbs per 1 oz. serving. 1-800-331-0135.
Low-Carb, Low-Trans Lowdown
ADM highlights its line of NovaLipid zero and low-trans oils, which are used in the production of donuts and gourmet cookies. Nutrisoy Next meat alternatives are featured in its barbeque sandwiches, fajitas, and Italian-style pasta. A low-carb mix of ingredients is integrated into the breads and tortilla chips. In addition to these products, ADM runs a baking laboratory and Culinary Center, which assists customers in the formulation, testing and launch of their respective retail and foodservice product lines. 1-217-424-5200.
Fabulous Flav-R-Bites
Flav-R-Bites from Cereal Ingredients, Inc., are specially processed flavored and colored particulates designed to add flavor and texture to products. Processing employs patented extrusion technology, enabling items to provide strong product identity, even when exposed to prolonged heat and moisture found in baking applications. Flav-R-Bites are physically firm with low moisture and good shelf and storage life. This product can be mixed directly into dough or batter and baked as normal. Baking hydrates the product, transforming it into a soft inclusion. Standard Flav-R-Bites have no trans fat, are Kosher-parve and non-GMO formulations are available. 1-816-891-1055.
Dry It Out
National Starch introduces its DRY-TACK 250 food binder, which adheres seasonings, flavors and particulates to snacks, breads, cereals and other low-moisture baked goods without adding oil. After a short period of post-heating above 250°F, this starch-based dry powder adheres to foods and is especially suited for large particulates such as dried fruits, nuts, meat and herbs. The binder melts within 20 to 90 seconds and quickly forms a strong bond with the food substrate. 1-800-797-4992
Starring Fiber
FiberStar 70 from MGP Ingredients is a highly effective resistant starch developed for use in fiber enhancement. A wheat derivative, it is a natural fit for wheat flour-based product formulas and can partially replace flour in bakery products. FiberStar 70 has a clean flavor, white color and a smooth, creamy texture and maintains a nearly invisible presence in finished products. Applications include breads, muffins, waffles and breakfast cereals as well as nutritional bars. 1-800-255-0302
South of the Border
Edlong Dairy Flavors announces the release of five new flavors that mimic popular authentic Mexican cheeses. These natural and artificial powder flavor varieties are Chihuahua, Manchego, Oaxaca, Panela and Queso Blanco. The concentrated, water dispersible and Kosher-dairy certified flavors work in sauces, dips, topical applications and more. When sampling, ask for Chihuahua #1426, Manchego #1438, Oaxaca #1434, Panela #1436 or Queso Blanco #1424. Suggested usage levels range from 0.10% to 1.00%. 1-888-698-2783.
Fibersym Resistant Starches
MGP Ingredients, Inc. is changing the name of its FiberStar line of resistant starches to Fibersym. This change will better define the line and give it greater brand distinction in the fiber enhancement category, driven by interest in low-carbohydrate products. The resistant starches consist of a wheat-based resistant starch and a new potato-based variety. This line can perform like traditional fiber with additional benefits in a wide range of food products, including breads, tortillas, muffins, waffles, breakfast cereals, cookies, nutritional bars, snack products and more. 1-913-367-1480.
Incredible Edible Eggs
The American Egg Board presents its EggSolutions booklet — A Complete Reference for Egg Products. The booklet covers topics like processed egg products, ask the doctor (FAQ), processing handling and storage, advantages of egg products, product equivalency and more. Overall, the egg category has grown substantially and per capita consumption of eggs has reached its highest point in 20 years. The booklet gives consumers working knowledge of the different types of egg products available. Find money-saving tips, ideas for storage space and preparation time inside. 1-877-488-6143.
Savory Salt
Cargill Salt manufactures exclusive Alberger brand salt. Rapid solubility makes Alberger a natural for topping crackers and breadsticks, leaving no gritty aftertaste. Its pure, unaltered, flake crystals improve product appearance and deliver a burst of flavor. 1-800-377-1017