Citri-Fi® Citrus Fiber and Bakery Fresh Quality
Citri-Fi natural citrus fiber provides high water holding capacity and emulsification properties. As a result, at low usage levels, this natural fiber improves moisture retention and bakery fresh quality over time. For instance, this natural fiber opens up to trap water and oil including water release by flour gluten and starch. Due to this, the water stays in the baked bread for longer time. In the end, the baked goods retains moistness and perpcetion of freshness.
In addition, Citri-Fi is allergen-free which is ideal for gluten-free formulating. Because gluten-free breads tend to stale and dry out quickly, this natural food ingredient holds onto the water to improve the quality. And Citri-Fi provides freeze/thaw stability which also improves the quality of gluten-free bakery items.
Citrus Fiber in Bakery Products
- Emulsification
- Freeze/thaw stability
- Improved freshness over time
- Moisture retention