Booth #S0330
AgriFiber Solutions’ new soluble fiber ingredients are available to help plant-based brands create healthier products, and will be showcased at this year’s IFT First food innovation expo in Chicago July 11-13.
“They’re functional in formulation, and they’re clinically validated for prebiotic effect,” said Jonathan Kahn, AgriFiber CEO. “We’re confident that soluble fiber is the key to better plant-based formulation.”
Show attendees will be able to taste a menu of 100% plant-based product concepts fortified with upcycled soluble corn and oat fiber ingredients. These ingredients allow plant-based cheeses and milks to deliver textures and taste experiences that align with the expectations that dairy-based applications have set. The samples include plant-based cream cheese bites and spiced chocolate coffee beverages.
“IFT is our chance to meet the innovative, passionate formulators and brands who are really pushing the envelope in how to think about food and nutrition,” Kahn said. “We couldn’t be more excited to be back in person this year to start dreaming up the next generation of high fiber applications.
Many fiber ingredients present challenges with solubility, color, and texture. AgriFiber can solve these challenges with its soluble fiber portfolio. The company’s soluble corn and oat fiber ingredients can play roles in dairy alternatives, bars, and beverages, as well as other categories.
AgriFiber’s soluble corn fiber can be used as a binding agent, making it a clean label alternative to hydrocolloids like xanthan gum. The soluble oat fiber can fortify baked bars, and as it does not have a viscosity impact, it can maintain texture and mouthfeel in both bar and beverage applications.”
“So many plant-based options are hitting the market, and they’re helping brands expand their portfolios for this rapidly growing audience,” Kahn said. “Soluble fiber is a perfect complement to these applications, as more and more consumers are learning how critical dietary fiber is to their diet. And even beyond its essential nutrition impact, soluble fiber has so many functional benefits that will help plant-based formulators overcome many of the challenges they face, like binding and texture.”
“Everywhere you look, be it the grocery store, online, in nutrition circles, and beyond, one thing is evident: the plant-based trend is here to stay,” Kahn said. “For health reasons, for sustainability reasons, and more, both consumers and the industry are on board with this movement. We encourage any brands looking to enter this space or struggling with fortification or formulation to visit our booth or get in touch with our team.”
