Develop innovative solutions to enhance and maintain the texture and moisture stability of bakery items over life

Request Number 161432 | Author Mondelēz International

Description

Mondelēz is looking for innovative strategies to ensure that low sweetness or savory soft cakes retain their airy, fluffy texture and moisture content throughout their shelf life. This includes exploring formulation adjustments and processing techniques to balance microbial stability with sensory attributes. Achieving this will minimize spoilage and preserve the desired texture and flavor profiles, aligning with our Vision 2030 goals of sustainability and innovation.

Background

The market for low sweetness and savory baked goods is growing as consumers seek healthier and more diverse flavor options. However, these products often face challenges in maintaining texture and moisture content over time due to lower sugar content, which also traditionally acts as a preservative. Ensuring these cakes remain appealing and high-quality throughout their shelf life is critical. Current methods may not be adequate, necessitating innovative approaches to meet consumer demands and maintain product quality.

Key Success Criteria

Microbial Stability: The developed strategy must effectively prevent microbial growth and spoilage throughout the intended shelf life.
Sensory Attributes: The soft cakes must retain their airy, fluffy texture and savory flavor profile without significant degradation over time.
Regulatory Compliance: The strategies and any new ingredients or processes must comply with relevant food safety and regulatory standards.

What We Aren't Interested In

Glycerin-based technologies, or solutions that are not “natural” or “clean label” such as other sugar alcohols like sorbitol or HFCS
Formulation techniques such as enrobing and glazing, existing packaging solutions, and freezing as a storage method.
Oxygen scavenger sachets

Preferred Collaboration types

Open to discussion

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