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Prepared Foods May 2024 Cover

May 2024

Check out the May 2024 issue of Prepared Foods, featuring our cover story on the integration of protein into baking, top trends in dairy and dairy alternatives, and more.

Cover Story

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Equii Bread with Grain

Protein Integration in Nutritional Baked Goods

The inclusion of protein into baking represents a profound shift that combines nutritional enhancement with the intrinsic pleasure of baked goods
Sébastien Canonne, MOF Baljit Ghotra, PhD Monica Bhatia, PhD
May 1, 2024

Traditionally, proteins such as glutenin and gliadin have been favored in baking for their role in dough texture and structure. However, as consumer awareness of health, nutrition, and sustainability has grown, the focus has shifted to incorporating a broader range of protein sources into baking.


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Features

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Clover Splash Lactose Free containers

Top Dairy, Dairy Alternative Trends

Growing competition for consumers fuels new product innovation
Lu Ann Williams
May 1, 2024

The beauty of Innova’s annual Top 10 Trends of the food and beverage industry is that the trends apply across all market categories—including dairy products and dairy alternatives. Dairy and dairy alternatives overlap in many ways, differ in others, and our Top 10 Trends can be interpreted across both.


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Good Planet Olive Oil Cheese Slices

Taking Stock of What’s New in Animal-Free Dairy Products

This month’s collection includes cheese made with olive oil, plant based probiotics and oatmilk creamers
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
May 15, 2024

"By growing Truly Grass Fed into a new retail category, we are able to reach new customers who are looking to include plant-based products in their diet, need non-dairy alternatives or just want to enjoy the delicious taste of our pure, creamy oat milk,” said Jaclyn Crabbe, marketing director for Truly Grass Fed.


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Sargento Smokehouse String Cheese Package

Dairy Processors Develop Range of New Product Innovations

This collection of dairy introductions includes organic cheese, yogurt and ice cream
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
May 22, 2024

“Truffle is a beloved flavor that provides decadent luxury; combining with our rich and bold White Cheddar delivers the best of both worlds,” said Amanda Vaal, brand director at Cracker Barrel Cheese. “Dill also continues to be high in demand, delivering a sharp and savory twist to a snacking classic.”


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