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Bunge Loders Croklaan launches liquid margarine

12 Sep 2018

Bunge Loders Croklaan has launched Delica Pro Gold, its new plant-based, clean label liquid margarine, targeted at artisanal and industrial bakeries.

Bunge Loders Croklaan has launched Delica Pro Gold, its new plant-based, clean label liquid margarine, targeted at artisanal and industrial bakeries.

Delica Pro Gold is a liquid, non-hydrogenated margarine without E-numbers and contains no artificial colours or flavours, and is said to have exceptional functionality.

“The real challenge was to create a liquid margarine without emulsifiers,” said Bernd Brinkmann, Innovation Director EMEA of Bunge Loders Croklaan. “We overcame this challenge by adapting the formulation with a virgin oil mixture with high emulsifying properties combined with a new production process.”

Delica Pro Gold is claimed to be low in saturated fatty acids and high in functionality. The formulation is based on a precisely balanced blend of plant-based oils, including a mix of virgin oils of wheat germ, corn, and linseed. It has a 3:1 ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids and is a natural source of vitamin E. Moreover, the emulsion grants a calorie reduction of 20% in a 1:1 replacement of conventional oils and fats, tapping into the health trend of lowering calorie intake.

The virgin oil content adds natural colour to the baked product, without the need for additives. According to the company, consumers perceive this golden colour as an indication of a product that is less processed, more natural and wholesome. Delica Pro Gold is also said to help to increase a product’s volume and to give a homogeneous structure by improved aeration. This, Bunge says, makes the structure of pound cakes, muffins and sponge cakes fluffier and lighter.

“Our technical experts work together with our customers to ensure that Delica Pro Gold yields the best results across all baking parameters and conditions to bring a sensational sensory experience,” said Brinkmann. “As a result, it is ideal for both artisanal and industrial bakeries”.