As reported by CNBC, Panera Bread has announced plans to add new grain and plant-based offerings this year. The fast-casual chain’s goals also include increasing its plant-based options from 25% to 50% of its menu.
Nepra Foods Launches Commercial Production of Egg White Replacer for Baking
Colorado-based Nepra Foods announces it has begun commercial production and in-plant trials of its Essential brand Egg White Replacement Powder (EPB-ER1), a proprietary egg white replacer for wholesale bakeries. According to Nepra, which produces a range of nutritious and allergen-friendly foods, the plant-based powder is intended for producers who want to remove or reduce eggs in an existing product formulation. Lowering costs While most plant-based egg products on the market replace the taste and texture of whole cooked eggs, such as scrambled eggs, Nepra’s EPB-ER1 is designed for commercial bakers that use a chicken-based egg white powder, but are looking to switch to an animal-free alternative. Egg white powder is an important ingredient for large bakeries, which often rely on the unique structural and binding …
