Marshmallow technology of increased nutritional value

Abstract

Abstract Dietary fiber is an essential component for the intestinal microflora. The state of the intestinal microflora is important for the human body, and is also necessary for reducing allergenicity and improving general well-being. Insufficient consumption of prebiotic components leads to a number of pathological conditions, ranging from intestinal disorders to intoxication of the entire body. Today, the market offers a wide range of confectionery products, the consumption of which is an integral part of the human diet, but they are characterized by low nutritional and high energy value. Improving the technology of confectionery products by introducing functional ingredients into the recipe, which improves the state of the intestinal microbiota, will allow a scientifically sound approach to solving the problem of the lack of bifidogenic confectionery products, improving their range and ensuring wide consumption in everyday life. The paper presents the results of research on the development of marshmallow technology of increased nutritional value. It is justified to replace part of the recipe amount of sugar with Jerusalem artichoke syrup as a source of inulin and milk whey used instead of organic acids and sodium lactate. To expand the prebiotic components, part of the Apple puree is replaced with a puree of black currant, blueberry and strawberry berries. The presented range of marshmallows is characterized by a reduced energy value, low sugar content, enriched with dietary fibers, B and C vitamins, potassium, calcium and iron. The storage capacity of the developed marshmallow was investigated, which showed a longer preservation of freshness due to the presence of whey in the formulation, which serves as a moisture-retaining component.