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With more and more people being diagnosed with food allergies and intolerances, the demand to seek out foods that are free from triggering ingredients is growing. As part of this, people are looking to alternative sources of protein and one of the latest additions is Pea Protein. Here’s why the humble split pea is worth your attention…

What is Pea Protein Isolate?

Pea Protein Isolate is a highly concentrated protein product sourced from yellow split peas. These are part of the legume family, known to be among the best sources of plant protein.

The extraction and purification processes that these peas undergo raise the protein content to a minimum of 84% from just 6%, which is the level usually found in fresh peas. This results in a protein that is highly soluble and therefore easy to digest and absorb.

Our Pea Protein has a mild taste and palatable texture that blends with other ingredients and flavours, hence it’s becoming hugely popular as a replacement protein supplement in vegan and vegetarian foods.

Why it’s great for today’s market

Pea Protein is a great option for raising the protein levels in free from food, as it’s not derived from any of the 8 most common allergenic foods, these being milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, fish, shellfish and wheat. These triggering foods are often used in the creation of other protein supplements, hence Pea Protein is attracting some serious attention in today’s market.

These other protein options, such as whey, casein, egg and soy can be harder for a lot of us to digest, particularly those sensitive to gluten, lactose, soy or dairy. With Pea Protein you’re avoiding all of the most common offenders, making it a fantastic option for those with various dietary restrictions.

Along with free from diets, plant based eating is also becoming more popular. In fact, there was a 350% rise in the number of vegans in Britain from 2006 to 2016 and a 185% increase in vegan products launched in the UK during this period. Pea Protein is free from dairy products, eggs and all other animal products, so it’s great for providing the protein that vegans and vegetarians need in their diet.

Additional benefits

Whilst at first glance you may assume that peas aren’t up to the task of providing the protein we need, there’s more to this little vegetable than meets the eye.

Our Pea Protein Isolate contains a unique array of essential and non-essential amino acids, such as leucine, isoleucine and valine and is richer in arginine than any other commercially available protein. It is also a great source of many other nutrients including fibre, vitamin B6 and iron. Hence it provides the consumer with a good source of protein and covers many of the key requirements of a fully balanced diet.

It is also low in fat, carbohydrates and cholesterol and is 100% GMO free. Not only this, it is a highly sustainable protein source and far kinder on the environment than animal-based proteins as peas need less water and energy to grow. Perfect for appealing to the growing number of health and environmentally conscious customers who are highly aware of the impact of the products they choose.

What can it be used for?

Pea Protein is unsweetened and has a mild savoury taste, making it the ideal ingredient to mix into other foods to boost the protein content. As it’s highly soluble, it’s commonly mixed into free from soups and stews to thicken.

It’s also great for mixing into snack bars, shakes and oatmeal as a post-workout boost, and in dairy free milks, smoothies, yoghurts, ice creams and mayonnaise as it delivers the required calcium as well as protein. It can even be used in faux meats and vegan burgers, mimicking the taste and feel of real meat.

Summary of the benefits

• Free from 8 most common allergy triggers
• Free from any animal products
• Provides a great source of protein
• Mild savoury taste that’s easily masked
• Highly soluble making it easy to digest

Ready to start using Pea Protein in your recipes? Get in touch with our team today on 0800 999 8876 or email [email protected]

Fresh egg plays an important role in the vast majority of food products, but is there a better alternative?

Here at BakeRite, we supply a range of Egg Powders to a variety of manufacturers, and they’re already seeing the impact this versatile product can make. Read on to find out why…

What are Egg Powders?

Our Egg Powders are manufactured by fully dehydrating real eggs, which is done via a method called spray drying. Spray drying involves rapidly drying a wet substance, and because water makes up 75% of an egg the final product is a highly versatile powder. The consistency and texture is similar to that of powdered milk and has a variety of benefits and applications across the food industry.

Powdered Egg carries all the usual nutritional benefits of a fresh egg, without the worry of it going bad! They offer a good source of protein, immune-boosting properties, and antibacterial qualities.

What are they used for?

Egg powders can be incorporated into a number of recipes, and they’re especially useful for producing free from foods as they’re entirely gluten-free! Egg white powders are also ideal for making low-fat recipes for the more health-conscious consumers.

They provide functional and logistical benefits to bakery applications, playing the same role a fresh egg would. It can be added to bakery recipes without the fuss of having to mix with liquid beforehand, all you need to do is add the amount needed and the required amount of water and carry on with the usual recipe process. Whether it’s for cakes, bread, biscuits, muffins or pancakes; you’ve got a no-mess, no-fuss, and free-from-friendly egg replacement.

You can also use egg powders as a replacement in omelettes and scrambled eggs, or soups and sauces – in fact almost any product that usually contains fresh egg. All you need to do is add liquid!

How they benefit the manufacturing process

Here’s where egg powders are really tough to beat. Not only are they very affordable, but they are also a far more convenient option when using egg products in a variety of common manufacturing processes.

Our BakeRite Egg Powders come with a shelf life of up to 2 years, provided they are stored correctly in a cool, dry, dark place. There’s no need for refrigeration and no need to worry about when your batch of eggs will go off! You can order exactly the amount you need for your recipe and relax knowing every product will be consistent in quality, texture, and taste.

If we take into account that 800 grams of liquid albumen can be replaced by just 100 grams of Egg Albumen Powder, it’s easy to see why so many companies are opting for dehydrated eggs. Being smaller in volume to fresh eggs means they can be accommodated in a smaller package, so it’s easier to transport and saves you valuable storage space.

They can also save you time, by removing the hassle of separating the yolk from the whites and allowing you to measure out precisely the amount of egg required in each batch. Plus if you ever needed to use half an egg, it’s possible! With no waste produced, you’re saving on money and reducing clean up time.

Summary of the advantages

• Entirely gluten-free
• Space-saving
• Reduced weight per volume
• Non-perishable
• Consistent results
• Less mess!

Want to find out how much of a difference Egg Powders could make to your manufacturing process?

Our range includes Egg Albumen Powder, Egg Yolk Powder, and Whole Egg Powder, all available as Standard, Barn, or Free Range.

Get in touch with the BakeRite team today on 0800 999 8876 or email [email protected]

If you’re looking for a nut substitute that is 100% nut free but will also give your products that all-important authentic nutty taste, Nutricorn is your answer.

The benefits don’t stop there! We’ve put together 6 of the top reasons you should be using Nutricorn. Let’s explore them further:

1) Nut Substitute – Nut Free!

The main reason to use Nutricorn? It is completely nut free which makes it the perfect nut substitute for any product.

Nutricorn has been designed and tested to ensure that it is incredibly easy to use and, with the ability to be added to dough (between 5% and 10%) without changing its behaviour, this premium ingredient is certain to provide outstanding results every time.

2) Healthy and Natural

When compared with peanuts, hazelnuts, and almonds, you can see that Nutricorn offers a healthy and natural alternative. With a lower fat content and a higher amount of dietary fibre than the other nut options, this innovative ingredient provides many more benefits than just being nut free.

3) Cost Saving

As the price of nuts continue to fluctuate significantly, and the expense of hazelnuts and almonds, in particular, continue to rise, more affordable alternatives are becoming highly appealing.

Nutricorn is an ingredient that can lower recipe costs as a total or partial substitution and therefore enable a “nut-free” claim to be included, saving you money without affecting the quality of your products.

4) Toasted and Authentic Taste

We know how important it is that, despite being nut free, nut substitute ingredients still have that all important ‘nutty’ taste. You can rest assured that on top of all the added benefits that Nutricorn offers, this toasted and granulated maize germ has an authentic taste that is likened to that of hazelnut.

5) Non-GMO and Allergen Free

More and more consumers are demanding non-GMO foods as they become more aware of the risks of foods containing GMO ingredients. Nutricorn is a Granulated Maize Germ toasted via a specific clean label process and is completely non-GMO. Not only this, but it’s entirely allergen free making it ideal for your free from recipes.

6) Variety of Applications

With its “hazelnut” taste and its specific grain size, Nutricorn is the ideal ingredient to replace nuts in numerous applications, including:

• Bread Products
• Brioche
• Cookies
• Danish Pastries
• Snack Bars

What’s more, thanks to the low-fat content, Nutricorn are more suited to industrial processes than other nuts as there is no clumping or sticking on production lines. This helps make your products more balanced.

Interested in Nutricorn? Get in touch with the BakeRite team today on 0800 999 8876 or fill out our online enquiry form.