Cheese Industry: Diving Into The 'Soul' of Modern Bakeries

The Cheese Industry has emerged as the 'Soul' of modern bakeries, especially in the realm of desserts. This dairy product has versatility and the ability to elevate the flavors and textures of the baked items.

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Further, it is extensively used in cheese-based fillings and toppings in various types of pastries. Apart from bakeries, food manufacturers use cheese in standalone snacks, culinary dishes, and various types of dishes such as omelets and frittatas. The innovation in food science and globalization has further pushed the boundaries of the use of cheese. Furthermore, the advancement of food technologies has led to the production of new types of cheese globally.

Cheese Industry: New Developments and Trends

Focus on a healthier lifestyle, the impact of movements such as 'Eat Right Movement', 'Vegan Movement', and technical innovations has led to the development of new cheese varieties. This section covers the newer innovations in the nascent cheese varieties.

Plant-Based Cheese Alternatives

These cheese varieties are also called vegan cheese. These cheese varieties are manufactured with plant-based ingredients such as nuts, seeds, tofu, oats, or beans. These ingredients are thickened with starch or flour. After preparation, a realistic flavor is given by using simple flavoring agents, like spices, herbs, and condiments. Violife, Daiya Foods Inc., Miyoko's Creamery, and Kite Hill are the leading producers of plant-based cheese alternatives.

Probiotic Cheese

These types of cheese are manufactured using beneficial bacteria such as lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria, which are considered probiotics. Cheese manufacturers add these bacteria during the cheese-making process. Some of the cheese varieties develop these bacteria naturally during aging. They survive as they pass through the gastrointestinal tract and thus help to keep the gut healthy. Danone SA, Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., Nestlé, Lifeway Foods, and ADM are important manufacturers of probiotic cheese.

Fungi-Based Cream Cheese