Stabilizers, thickeners and gelling agents, like agar or pectin (used in jam for example) give foods a firmer texture. While they are not true emulsifiers, they help to stabilize emulsions.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Ice cream stabilizers may enhance the perception of sweetness in the final product. |
Texture | Creaminess | Stabilizers help improve the smooth and creamy texture of ice cream. |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Ice cream stabilizers do not significantly impact the macronutrient content of the product. |
Micronutrients | Ice cream stabilizers do not significantly impact the micronutrient content of the product. | |
Fiber | Ice cream stabilizers do not contribute to the fiber content of the product. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | Stabilizers may help maintain the natural color of the ice cream. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Stabilizers may help retain and enhance the aroma of the ice cream. |
Chemical Composition | Water Activity (aw) | Stabilizers can help control and maintain the water activity of the ice cream. |
Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Ice cream stabilizers do not affect heat conductivity during the cooking process. |
Water Retention | Stabilizers help improve water retention in the ice cream, preventing ice crystal formation. | |
Oil Absorption | Ice cream stabilizers may impact the amount of oil absorbed during the cooking process. |
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