Abstract:
A composition for preparing artisan ice cream for batch freezing comprises a mix of sweetened condensed milk with high milk protein content. The mix undergoes a denaturation process of the milk proteins at a temperature of 80-90°C for 1-10 minutes, a homogenization process at a temperature of 80-90°C and a pressure of 180-190 bar, and an ultra-high temperature (UHT) reconstitution process, with a thermal treatment at a temperature of 135-145°C, for 4-6 seconds. Furthermore, the corresponding process of production of the composition.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a milk powder obtained by a process wherein controlled protein aggregation is performed during a drying step of said milk powder and wherein the milk powder upon reconstitution in an aqueous medium comprises casein-whey proteins-fat aggregates having a mean diameter value Dv50 of at least 1 micrometer as measured by laser diffraction. The present invention also relates to the process for preparing the claimed milk powder and to the use thereof. The process comprises the steps of: a) Providing a milk composition comprising milk at TS of at least 15 wt% at a temperature below 15°C; b) Adjusting pH between 5.7 and 6.4; c) Drying the milk composition of step b) on a roller dryer for a residence time of between 1 and 30 seconds; and d) Milling to obtain a milk powder. Between steps b) and c) a heat treatment may take place.
Abstract:
The invention concerns a method for producing a soluble agglomerated chocolate powder, said powder comprising cocoa and other chocolate powder ingredients including a sweetener and/or a white component powder comprising protein, said process comprising the steps of : - preparing an aqueous emulsion of cocoa fat, - loading a fluid bed agglomerator with the chocolate powder solid ingredients other than cocoa, - spraying the emulsion of cocoa fat into the fluid bed agglomerator to form agglomerates. The invention concerns also the use of an aqueous emulsion of cocoa fat to agglomerate chocolate powder ingredients of a soluble agglomerated chocolate powder.
Abstract:
Proteinaceous beverages and compositions comprising a cocoa extract which comprises cocoa polyphenols, an edible acid and a stabilizer and processes for formulating said beverages and compositions, shelf-stable proteinaceous beverages and compositions that do not require refrigeration and/or beverages and compositions wherein the cocoa polyphenols have an extended shelf life.
Abstract:
A protein enhanced, low carbohydrate cream is described, wherein the cream includes up to about 50% by weight at least one sugar substitute, up to about 40% by weight protein material, and up to about 45% by weight fat material.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a sweet that has a long shelf life and is provided in the form of a soft, creamy, shape-retaining, and foamed mass comprising milk components, edible fats, sugar and/or sugar substitutes, and water. At least one portion of the edible fat is provided in a crystallized form at ambient temperature. The inventive sweet does not contain any lactose crystals that can be perceived by the consumer. The milk protein content amounts to 5.5 to 20 % by weight while the fat-free dry milk content ranges between 14 and 55 % by weight and the degree of denaturation of the whey protein amounts to
Abstract:
Described herein are compositions comprising short and long chain fatty acids which are suitable for oral administration, wherein the compositions are useful for the management of body weight. For example, as described, body weight management may be effected via induction of satiety, by using a composition of the present invention. In particular, the described compositions comprise: (a) a short chain fatty acid component selected from the group consisting of acetic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, esters thereof, salts thereof, and mixtures thereof; and (b) a long chain fatty acid component selected from the group consisting of long chain fatty acids, non-glyceryl esters of long chain fatty acids, and mixtures thereof;wherein the compositions are suitable for oral administration to a mammal. Further described are methods of using the present compositions for the management of body weight.
Abstract:
A dry protein product useful as a thickening agent and fat substitute is provided. The powder can be readily reconstituted at room temperature, or refrigerated conditions, and can be used in frozen or refrigerated foods, at room temperature, and in cooking applications. When reconstituted the product preferably has a creamy, non-gritty texture, although texture and consistency of the product can be adjusted depending upon the desired application. The dry powder of the invention may be prepared by hydrolyzing a protein preparation (typically, a whey protein preparation) to produce a hydrolyzed whey protein preparation; then gelling the hydrolyzed whey protein preparation to form a whey protein gel; then drying the whey protein gel; and powdering the whey protein gel. Food products containing the powder in hydrated form, including both frozen dessert products, beverages and cooked products, are also disclosed.
Abstract:
An iron fortification complex which may be used to fortify foods and beverages with iron. The complex is formed of ferric ions and caseinate. The complex is sufficiently stable as to be suitable for use in retorted products. However, despite the stability, the iron in the complexes has substantially the same bioavailability as ferrous sulfate.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a freezable alcoholic beverage comprising alcohol, a mixer (such as water) and a stabiliser. The stabiliser may comprise various dextrins or vegetable gums. A method of producing a freezable alcoholic beverage is also described.