CSM Ingredients launches egg reduction solution
The solution enables the complete replacement of whole eggs in brioche recipes and allows for up to a 50% reduction in cakes and muffins.
LUXEMBOURG – CSM Ingredients, a global ingredient-tech company that develops solutions for the food industry, has introduced Egg ‘n’ Easy Plus, an innovative egg reduction solution tailored for cakes, muffins, and brioches.
Building on the success of its existing Egg ‘n’ Easy line, this latest offering provides enhanced flexibility and cost-efficiency without compromising on performance and quality.
With rising egg prices in the U.S. and global avian flu outbreaks, there is increasing pressure to find reliable alternatives that maintain product quality.
In recent years, CSM Ingredients has invested significantly in research and innovation focused on egg reduction, leading to the development of Egg ‘n’ Easy Plus.
This plant-based solution is fully customizable, allowing manufacturers to replace up to 100% of whole eggs in brioche recipes, which typically contain 5-15% egg.
This switch can reduce egg-related costs by up to 55% while ensuring optimal dough consistency and workability.
In terms of texture, moisture, and mouthfeel, the formulation enhances the quality of cakes and muffins, enabling up to a 50% egg replacement in these products.
Egg ‘n’ Easy Plus includes wheat protein for improved crumb structure, vegetable fiber for enhanced freshness, sorbitol for moisture retention, and enzymes for a finer crumb.
These ingredients ensure that baked goods maintain a similar taste and texture to those made with eggs. Additionally, the solution is available in a fully clean-label version.
Egg reduction is a strategy that manufacturers use to lower production costs, improve profit margins, and meet sustainability goals. However, it is crucial to preserve the unique functionality of eggs to ensure excellent finished products.
According to a report by GlobeNewsWire, the egg replacers market was valued at US$2.5 billion in 2023, and is estimated to reach US$4.9 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2024 to 2035.
The increasing adoption of vegan and plant-based diets has boosted demand for egg alternatives, as consumers seek cruelty-free and more sustainable food options.
Additionally, many consumers are looking for healthier choices, and egg replacers offer alternatives for those wanting to reduce cholesterol, saturated fat, and allergens typically associated with eggs.
In cultures or religions where eggs are restricted or not consumed, egg replacers provide an option for including baked goods and various recipes in the diet.
Furthermore, the prevalence of egg allergies and intolerances is driving the demand for egg replacers, allowing individuals to enjoy foods without the risk of allergic reactions.
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