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Bunge unveils Beleaf™ PlantBetter, a game-changing dairy alternative for bakers, offering sustainability, cost savings, and unmatched sensory excellence. Kiran Grewal reports.


n response to the ever-growing demand for dairy alternatives, Bunge has introduced Beleaf™ PlantBetter, a revolutionary solution that addresses the intricate challenges faced by food manufacturers and


bakers seeking plant-based alternatives with the sensory qualities and versatile functionality of traditional dairy butter. This innovative product aims to mitigate the difficulties arising from the fluctuating prices of butter while providing a cost- effective and sustainable alternative. Aaron Buettner,


Solutions at Bunge,


President Food enthusiastically


stated: “Beleaf™ PlantBetter is a game- changing innovation that combines the sustainability attributes of plant-based alternatives with the uncompromising sensory and performance qualities of dairy butter—all at a lower cost-in-use compared to butter.”


Redefining plant-based alternatives Beleaf™ PlantBetter is meticulously crafted from a blend of primarily coconut, cocoa butter, rapeseed, and lecithins, successfully capturing the distinctive aroma, taste, and texture of traditional butter.


Initially designed for bakery


applications, the product is poised to extend its reach to other dairy and confectionery applications in the future. The challenges faced by manufacturers and bakers are effectively addressed by Beleaf™ PlantBetter: •


Sensory Excellence: Blind sensory bakeryproduction.co.uk


with the growing consumer desire for transparency in food products.


panel studies conducted across three countries reveal that Beleaf™ PlantBetter is on par with premium national butter brands in terms of aroma, taste, and texture.


• Cost Savings and Reduced Volatility: Manufacturers can significantly reduce costs and gain stability amid volatile dairy butter prices.


• Easy Processing: Beleaf™ PlantBetter offers the convenience of the same processing method as dairy butter, ensuring seamless integration into existing production processes.


Beleaf™ PlantBetter sets a new standard Beyond its sensory excellence and functionality,


Beleaf™


Eleplant launch reinforces confidence Bunge’s unwavering dedication to consumer adoption and the continued growth of the Beleaf™ product portfolio is exemplified by the recent launch of Eleplant, the retail version of Beleaf™ PlantBetter, in Europe earlier this year. This strategic move underscores Bunge’s confidence in Beleaf™ PlantBetter as it sets a new standard in the rapidly evolving landscape of plant-based foods. For more in-depth information and a firsthand experience, visit the Beleaf™ PlantBetter website or meet the experts at the Food Ingredients Europe in Frankfurt later


this month. Notably, Beleaf™ PlantBetter


positions itself as an environmentally responsible alternative, boasting a 50% reduction in carbon emissions compared to standard dairy butter, as verified by an independent study conducted by the Terra Institute. The product’s ingredient list, derived from easily recognisable natural sources,


aligns seamlessly


PlantBetter has been nominated for the Fi Innovation Awards 2023 in the Plant- based Innovation category, adding to the anticipation surrounding its impact on the food industry. Trade shows, such as Food Ingredients Europe 2023, play a pivotal role in showcasing groundbreaking innovations in the bakery sector. These events serve as a hub for industry leaders, manufacturers, and consumers to witness firsthand the latest developments and advancements in food technology. With products like Beleaf™ PlantBetter poised to redefine the landscape of plant-based alternatives, trade shows become integral in providing a platform for networking, collaboration, and the dissemination of cutting-edge solutions.


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Revolutionising the bakery sector with a sustainable and sensory-exquisite


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