Replacement of DATEM with Lecithin in Bakery Products
This article examines replacing the synthetic emulsifier DATEM (E 472e) with natural soy and sunflower lecithin. It analyzes the functional role of emulsifiers in bakery products, focusing on sliced bread and sugar cookies. Hydrolyzed lecithin shows improved interaction with starch and gluten, offering a clear, clean-label benefit over DATEM.
