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Cereal Foods World, Vol. 63, No. 2
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1094/CFW-63-2-0067
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Enzyme Applications in Artisan Breads
D. Austin1
Novozymes North America

Franklinton, NC, U.S.A.
1 Novozymes North America, Technical Services, Baking, 77 Perrys Chapel Church Road, Franklinton, NC 27525, U.S.A.


Abstract

Enzymes are flour and dough additives commonly used to improve the quality of finished baked goods by altering the way flour and dough behave in the mixing bowl and oven. The focus of this article is baking enzymes and their potential applications in artisan breads.




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