摘要:
A method of substantially decreasing the shortening content normally required in chemically leavened wheat flour based doughs or batters which comprises incorporating into the dough or batter in lieu of the shortening omitted, from about 0.1 to 3% by weight, based upon the flour content therein, of an additive selected from the group consisting of the sodium and calcium salts of acyl lactylates of C14-C22 fatty acids. The preferred additives are sodium stearoyl lactylate and calcium stearoyl lactylate, each being utilized at a concentration of about 0.5% by weight. In optional procedures, a protein supplement such as soy flour can be added to the dough or batter products without noticeably affecting the appearance and taste characteristics of the finished product.