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A Review of Plant Based Bakery Products

Author(s) Ms. Zoha Mohammadi, Anusha MB
Country India
Abstract The increasing demand for health
promoting, plant based bakery products has driven
significant innovation in ingredient substitution and functional enhancement. This review
synthesizes recent advances aimed at improving the nutritional quality, sustainability, and
consumer acceptability of bakery goods through plant d erived alternatives. Key strategies
include the replacement of sugars, fats, and animal derived proteins with healthier, plant
based options such as stevia, flaxseed, high oleic oils, legume flours, and soy or hemp
proteins. These substitutions effectively reduce calorie content, saturated fat, and glycemic
load while maintaining sensory attributes through careful formulation.
Additionally, valorization of plant
based by products including date seeds, flaxseed cake,
and fruit or vegetable peels has shown pr omise in enhancing antioxidant, fiber, and
micronutrient content in breads, muffins, and cookies. Examples include the use of foxtail
millet, banana pulp, chamomile, and orange fleshed sweet potato blends to enrich protein,
fiber, and phenolic profiles. St udies on flatbreads, vegan cakes, and meringue cookies
demonstrate that optimal combinations of plant proteins and emulsifiers can replicate
traditional textures while achieving significant nutritional gains. While these innovations
support goals of chroni c disease prevention, sustainability, and clean label formulation,
challenges persist in managing sensory properties, dough rheology, and shelf life. Processing
methods such as fermentation, Maillard conjugation, and hydrocolloid addition are critical in
m itigating textural and structural issues. Market data further underscores the growing
consumer acceptance of such products, especially those fortified with plant proteins and
functional fibers. The review highlights the importance of integrating food scien ce, consumer
insights, and sustainability principles to drive the future of plant based bakery innovations
that meet both health and environmental goals.
Keywords Plant based ingredients , Functional bakery products , Nutritional enhancement , Sustainable food innovation , Protein fortification
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-07-08
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.49839
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9s9b4

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