Plant protein blends for bars

Company: Glanbia Nutritionals, Fitchburg, WI

Website: www.glanbianutritionals.com

Ingredient Snapshot: Glanbia Nutritionals has expanded its barGain portfolio with a new range of plant protein blends. Vegan, non-GMO and gluten-free, barGain 700EF and barGain 701EF can be used in extruded bars, baked bars and clusters for a superior crumb structure and longer shelf life. Boasting 80 percent protein, the ingredients offer a combination of easy-to-process protein blends that allow vegan fortification and provide a softer texture. BarGain 700EF is a blend of pea, chia and flaxseed; barGain 701EF contains a mix of pea protein, identity preserved (IP) soy and flaxseed. The barGain portfolio also offers water binding properties, clean profiles and great functionality, according to the company.

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