Abstract: Disclosed is a premix and a complete mix for preparing bakery products suitable for microwave heating. The premix includes protein in an amount of 4.5 to 25.0 by weight and 7 to 50 shortening by weight. The premix may be combined with other ingredients to prepare a mix for preparing the bakery product. The mix may include from 46 to 80 parts flour, 4 to 22 parts shortening, and 4 to 11 parts protein material.