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Discover the natural power of apples

The U.S. bakery market is a dynamic and evolving sector. This growth is driven by shifting consumer preferences toward health-conscious options, convenience, and premium quality. Consumers are increasingly seeking bakery products that align with their dietary needs and lifestyle choices. This includes a rising demand for gluten-free, low-calorie, sugar-free, and fortified baked goods that offer additional health benefits.

🌿 What is Herbarom® AF 12? Herbarom® AF 12 is a liquid apple extract obtained from freshly juiced and gently dried apples. It offers a natural alternative to synthetic food colorants, providing both color and flavor to your products.

Herbarom® impresses not only with its natural origin but also with its wide range of applications in the food industry. In baked goods such as cookies and half-baked cookies, the apple extract provides a warm, golden-brown color that enhances visual appeal. traditional products like gingerbread, Herbarom® contributes to an authentic appearance and supports the characteristic flavor, delivering a nostalgic and festive indulgence. For cocoa-based products, ideal for mimicking milk chocolate shades and adds natural richness both in color and taste. Finally, Herbarom® is ideal for gluten-free creations, offering depth, flavor, and visual appeal without compromising on purity or dietary requirements—making it a valuable ingredient for gluten-free innovation.

🌿 What is Herbacel® AQ® AFB? Herbacel® AQ® AFB is a functional apple fiber developed by Herbafood Ingredients GmbH, specifically designed to improve texture, water-binding capacity, and color in food products. Especially in bakery products, our fibers contribute to improving moisture retention, softness and enhancing freshness of bread, half-baked cookies, and pastries. The high-water absorption helps achieve a consistent, succulent texture and an appealing appearance in a wide range of baked goods.

🍪 Cookies & Soft-Baked Cookies

🎄 Gingerbread

🍫 Cocoa-Based Products

🍩Pastry

🌾 Gluten-Free Creations

Herbafood’s ingredients bring rich brown shades and a soft, moist texture to both traditional baked goods like gingerbread or pastry and modern soft-baked cookie innovations. They offer consistent functionality and meeting consumer expectations for authenticity, quality, and indulgent taste experiences.