Abstract: A system for manufacturing and packaging one or more frozen confection products said system comprising one or more production machines, wherein the one or more production machines comprises chemical applying unit configured to apply one or more anti-moisture chemicals on a hollow wafer. The processing unit is configured to insert the hollow wafer inside the first half of an equally divided mould. The second half of the equally divided two part mould is coupled with the first half to form a closed mould. One or more funnels configured to inject at least two portions of one or more frozen confection material into the closed mould, wherein one portion of the at least two portions of the one or more frozen confection material are injected in the hollow wafer. The closed mould injected with the at least two portions of the one or more frozen confection material to form the one or more frozen confection product.

Abstract: The invention relates to small edible portions (i.e., bite-sized snacks) comprising a soft nut butter inner core coated with a crunchy grain-based outer coating. The bite-sized snacks have an equivalent spherical diameter of about 1 to 3 cm. Texture analysis of the bite-sized snacks determines that the bite-sized snacks have a soft texture with an average peak force in the range of about 800-5,000 g and an average positive area in the range of about 2,000-15,000 g*sec. The bite-sized snacks unexpected have both a soft and crunchy texture and are surprisingly shelf stable.

Abstract: Content containers and vessels, one aspect including a deformable fluid-tight container shell defining an internal volume and separating the internal volume from an external environment; a room-temperature semi-solid content contained within the internal volume; and a valve operationally connected to and disposed at least partially without the deformable container shell; where the semi-solid content is a hydrophobic matrix with at least partially emulsified hydrophilic components; where the container shell is substantially fluid-tight; where the valve has open state(s) and a closed state; where the valve may be actuated between the open state(s) and the closed state; where the valve is self-cleaning; where during the open state(s), the internal volume is in fluidic communication with the external environment; where during the closed state, the internal volume content cannot fluidically communicate with the external environment; and where the content remains moisture-stable while the valve is in the closed sta

Abstract: Potassium bicarbonate is coated with an anionic or amphoteric surfactant, which is preferably a metal soap, such as calcium stearate, to inhibit caking on storage, and premature loss of carbon dioxide when mixed with acidulant, e.g. in a baking powder or self-raising flour blend. Loss of carbon dioxide in the blend may be further inhibited by coating the acidulant with surfactant. Combination of surfactant coating with an inorganic anti-caking agent such as silicon dioxide gives synergistic protection against caking of the potassium bicarbonate. Preferably the bicarbonate has D50 of between 35 and 200? and is free from particles greater than 400?.

Abstract: Methods for treating and preparing chocolate. In one aspect, a method includes heating a quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 46 degrees Celsius; decreasing the pressure of in a pressure-controllable environment to about 25 Torr; holding the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment at about 25 Torr for a first predetermined period of time; decreasing the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment to about 5 Torr; and holding the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment at about 5 Torr for a second predetermined period of time. Other aspects include ceasing heating the quantity of chocolate; decreasing pressure occurs at an average rate of about 150 Torr per minute; decreasing pressure occurs at an average rate of about 4 Torr per minute; and others.

Abstract: Features of the present disclosure provide a chocolate with good heat-resistance, bloom resistance and melt-in-the-mouth property, disclose a production method by which a chocolate-covered food product coated with the chocolate is produced, and disclose a method for preventing an increase in the viscosity of chocolate mix. Disclosed is a method for producing a chocolate comprising an addition step for adding a seeding agent containing at least ?-StOSt crystal to chocolate mix in a melted state, wherein the fat content of the chocolate mix is 26 to 70 mass % StOSt (where StOSt is 1,3-distearoyl-2-oleylglycerol).

Abstract: The invention addresses the problem of providing an oily food for inhibiting water migration in frozen confectionery, the oily food being highly versatile and more effective in inhibiting water migration and being capable of application by spraying. The problem can be solved by use of an oily food for inhibiting water migration in frozen confectionery, the oily food satisfying the following requirements: 1. having a yield value of 1.7 to 12 Pa at 40° C.; 2. having plastic viscosity of 70 to 260 mPa·s at 40° C.; 3. having a value of yield value/plastic viscosity of 10 or greater; and 4. having an oil content of 44 to 80 wt %.

Abstract: Systems and methods for preparing and dispensing food contents, typically molten chocolate. In one aspect, a method for treating chocolate includes placing a quantity of chocolate in a pressure-controllable environment; heating the quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 115 degrees Fahrenheit; decreasing the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment to about 5 Torr; and holding the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment at about 5 Torr for a predetermined period of time. Additional steps may include decreasing the pressure of the pressure-controllable environment to about 5 Torr at an average rate of about 8 Torr per minute; heating the quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 115 degrees Fahrenheit may occur at a rate of about 2 degrees Fahrenheit per minute; and/or heating the quantity of chocolate to a temperature of about 115 degrees Fahrenheit may occur at a rate of no more than 1 degree Fahrenheit per minute.

Abstract: Lipid-based wax compositions and their methods of making are provided for compositions substantially free of fat bloom. The compositions comprise 0.1-10 percent by weight triacylglycerides, 30-95 percent by weight monoacylglycerides and diacylglycerides combined, and 0.1-65 percent by weight fatty acids. The methods comprise blending the monoacylglycerides, diacylglycerides, triacylglycerides, and fatty acids by heating the lipid-based wax composition at a sufficiently high temperature to destroy substantially all crystal structure within the lipid-based wax composition. The methods further comprise pouring the lipid-based wax composition into a mold or a container having a surface and a core, wherein the pouring is conducted at a temperature at least 15° C. greater than the congeal point of the lipid-based wax composition. The methods further comprise cooling the lipid-based wax composition under conditions sufficient to cool the core to at least 5° C.

Abstract: Manufacturing a glazing agent bread or pastry products maintaining intrinsic tastes and flavors without destroying unique layered shape or collapsing the products. First prepare solution A by mixing 3 to 4 parts weight refined sugar and 0.5 to 1.5 parts weight amidated pectin, add 27 to 28 parts weight purified water, and dissolve at 80 to 85° C. for 20 to 25 minutes, second prepare solution B by mixing 0.2 to 0.3 parts by weight citric acid, 46 to 48 parts by weight starch syrup and 0.02 to 0.05 parts by weight black rice flavoring, adding 20 to 21 parts by weight purified water, heating at 60 to 65° C. for 10 to 15 minutes to dissolve, and third gelling the solution A and solution B by heating at 90 to 95° C. for 20 to 25 minutes to gel, and cooling the resulting mixture to room temperature.

Abstract: A primary composition comprises all essential nutrients of a fruit or a plant material, which has an increased stability, bio-availability and miscibility, and a process forms same. An oral composition can contain the primary composition in a foodstuff, food supplement, cosmetic preparation or a pharmaceutical preparation.

Abstract: A process for producing a frozen confectionery product is provided, the process comprising: preparing a mix containing a gelling agent and having a total solids content of from 20 to 45 wt %; filling the mix into a mold and allowing the gelling agent to form a gel in the mold; freezing the gelled mix to form a product having a first form; removing the shaped product from the mold; and deforming the product while it is in the frozen state so that it takes up a second form.

Abstract: Features of the present disclosure provide a chocolate with good heat-resistance, bloom resistance and melt-in-the-mouth property, disclose a production method by which a chocolate-covered food product coated with the chocolate is produced, and disclose a method for preventing an increase in the viscosity of chocolate mix. Disclosed is a method for producing a chocolate comprising an addition step for adding a seeding agent containing at least ?-StOSt crystal to chocolate mix in a melted state, wherein the fat content of the chocolate mix is 26 to 70 mass % StOSt (where StOSt is 1,3-distearoyl-2-oleylglycerol).

Abstract: A method and template for preparing small, tender cakes is provided. The method includes preparing sheet cakes and slicing them into sleeves of cake. Frosting is template and frozen, and then rolled around the narrow cake leaf. Fillings may be added inside the cake leaf before rolling. The cake is then rolled similarly to maki-style sushi, sliced into shorter segments, and presented vertically on a serving dish. Decorations and additional frosting may be used.

Abstract: A process for making a frozen confectionery product by providing a mold with closed and opened ends in a refrigerated environment, filling the mold with a liquid mix to form a shell, removing non-solidified liquid mix from the mold, pressure-filling the shell in the mold with a frozen confection, inserting a stick in the frozen confection, removing the product from the mold and packing the resulting product. In such process, inclusions may be homogeneously distributed in the liquid mix or in the frozen confection or can be accumulated on the top of the frozen confection after filling the mold. The resulting product, a molded ice confectionery stick bar, is also an embodiment of the invention.

Abstract: The invention relates to the production of confectionary articles with a shaped ornament or with a single-colored or multi-colored embossed design on one of the surfaces of the article. The main characteristic of the present invention consists in that a prepared chocolate/chocolate-like mass is fed into a full-scale mould in a dispersed dropping state through a nozzle at a drip rate ensuring plastic deformation of the drops as the drops slow down. It is possible to regulate accurately the quantity of confectionary mass which can be fed into the mould, by controlling the pressure differential at the nozzle and the duration of feeding the chocolate through the nozzle. There is therefore no need to pre-measure a portion of confectionary mass in order to form the decorative embossed element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to edible coating composition, particularly to an edible coating composition for providing moisture barrier. It is an object of the present invention to provide an edible ice-cream cone coating composition. It is another object of the present invention to provide a coated ice-cream cone with improved moisture barrier properties. It is another object of the present invention to provide a coated ice-cream cone that retains cone crispness at the time of consumption. It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a coated ice-cream cone that shows improved moisture barrier during long periods of cold storage even under varying temperature conditions. It is still another object of the present invention to provide a method for manufacturing a coating ice-cream cone. It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a coated ice-cream cone having improved shelf life period.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for applying a layer of a composition comprising at least fat and sugar on a surface of an edible product, characterized in that it comprises submitting the product to at least two spraying stages, each involving generating by at least one nozzle a conical jet having an angle ? and a vertical axis, said nozzle being disposed above the product at a height H between 200 mm and 800 mm and preferably between 300 mm and 650 mm so that, upon impinging on the product, the jet has become a vertically oriented drizzle with a substantially cylindrical cross-section.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a chocolate product with a tropicalized shell comprising chocolate and a humectant liquid and a non-tropicalised chocolate core.

Abstract: A process for coating frozen confection stick products (20) is provided, the process comprising providing a chamber (2) having two open ends (3,4), two sides (5,6) and a base (7); providing at least one pair of apertures (10A-10D), wherein one aperture of each pair is located on each side of the chamber, and wherein the apertures are vertical slots; supplying a liquid coating material to each aperture thereby forming curtains of the liquid coating material (14A-14D); and conveying the frozen confection (20) through the chamber with the stick uppermost so that the frozen confection passes through the curtains of coating material. An apparatus for operating the process is also provided.

Abstract: Refrigerated yogurt products of small size suitable for eating with the fingers are prepared by providing a frozen yogurt composition in individual serving portions and coating the frozen yogurt portions with a fat based coating that is a solid at 45° F., thereby completely enveloping the frozen yogurt portions. The coated frozen yogurt portion is allowed to thaw to form a refrigerated yogurt product and is stored at a temperature of from about 32° F. to about 45° F. The yogurt composition has a final viscosity of from about 35,000 to about 150,000 cP at 4° C., and has a total solids content of at least about 22% and/or exhibits a viscosity reduction at 45° F. of less than 10% after two freeze/thaw cycles. Methods and products are described.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods and compositions for forming a coating on the external surface of a solid chocolate or chocolate-coated product. The method comprises applying at least one layer of a coating composition comprising a solvent selected from water, ethanol, and isopropanol, or any combination thereof and one or more film forming agents to the external surface of the product, and then drying the coating composition to provide a dried coating or film on the external surface of the chocolate. The dried coating renders the external surface of the chocolate more resistant to abrasion or scuffing during processing, packaging, storage, and/or transport. The coating composition of the present invention cures or dries in 30 minutes or less. In certain embodiments, the film or coating cures in 15 minutes or less. In certain embodiments, the film or coating cures in 10 minutes or less.

Abstract: Systems and method for making popsicles are disclosed. The system for making popsicles, includes: a dewar for storing a cooling agent; and a dipping apparatus to be inserted into the dewar, wherein the dipping apparatus includes: a first end comprising arms to receive a popsicle mold that includes a mixture of ingredients and/or liquids, a second end comprising an attachment portion configured to attach to an opening in the dewar, and a holder portion oriented between the first end and the second end of the dipping apparatus, the holder portion configured to hold a stick within the mixture in the popsicle mold, wherein the mixture is chilled by the cooling agent when the dipping apparatus is inserted in the dewar to make a popsicle to be held by the stick.

Abstract: An apparatus for depositing a confectionery mass comprising at least one discharge passageway extending to at least one elongate discharge outlet, wherein at least one discharge passageway diverges in a direction towards the discharge outlet, and a machine for producing a confectionery product having at least one such apparatus for depositing. In a method of producing a confectionery product, the confectionery mass is deposited as at least one strip having a width in the range of 5 to 500 mm and/or thickness in the range of 0.5 to 100 mm.

Abstract: A process for preparing a pineapple confectionary item for a fruit arrangement comprising the steps of: providing a piece of sectioned pineapple having pineapple meat and core intact; cutting the sectioned pineapple into a desired shape utilizing a shape cutter with the shaped pineapple having a first portion and a second portion. Once the pineapple is shaped, a skewer channel is created within the pineapple meat and core. Once the skewer channel is created, a coating of dark chocolate is applied to the first portion. A skewer is subsequently inserted into the skewer channel and the dark chocolate layer is allowed to cool. Once the dark chocolate is cooled, a coating of white chocolate is applied to the second portion; and subsequently allowed to cool.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cereal products comprising cereals and a mixture of 1,6-GPS and 1,1-GPM, methods for the production thereof and the use of a mixture comprising 1,6-GPS and 1,1-GPM for producing cereal products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a confectionery composition comprising an at least partially convoluted or rolled sheet of a confectionery material having at least one capillary disposed therein, wherein the composition has a longitudinal axis which extends along the convolutions or axis of rolling and the at least one capillary runs parallel, perpendicular or at an inclined angle relative to the longitudinal axis of the product. The present invention also relates to a method of production of the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aerated chocolate-based coatings for frozen confectioneries. In particular, it relates to a composite frozen confection fully coated with a chocolate-based composition having a density comprised between 0.13 and 1.29 g/cm3.

Abstract: A method for making a frozen confectionary product having a reduced-fat chocolate coating is disclosed. The method includes spraying a liquid chocolate composition into a target area, wherein the liquid chocolate composition includes less than 40% fat by weight; moving a frozen confectionery substrate having an outside surface into and out of the target area such that a portion of the outside surface becomes entirely coated with a continuous, uniform coating of the liquid chocolate composition; and allowing the liquid chocolate composition to cool to form the frozen confectionary product having the continuous, uniform coating of chocolate on the entire outer surface of the confectionery. The chocolate coating contains less than about 40% fat by weight of the coating, and has a thickness that is uniform and less than that formed by dipping. Also disclosed is spray coating device for use in the process for applying the coating.

Abstract: A process for stamping a pattern onto a coated frozen confection comprising the steps of: a) at least partially covering the frozen confection with a layer of coating; and b) bringing a stamping surface into contact with the coated frozen confection; characterized in that in step (b) the coating is liquid.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for making a thin biscuit having a smooth surface, including mixing ingredients at a temperature between 37° C. and 70° C. to obtain a sheetable cohesive dough. The dough includes 0-56% wheat flour, 4-62% native starch, and 1-26% pre-gelatinised starch. For one unit of weight of native starch NS, pre-gelatinised starch PS, and wheat flour WF, i.e. with NS+PS+WF=1, WF?0.8, PS?0.37 and 0.7?NS/PS?9. The dough also includes 5-18% water, 2-12% fat, 0-28% sugar; 0-8% whey powder, and 0%-0.5% salt, but devoid of a leavening agent. The process also includes sheeting the dough to a thickness between 0.2 and 1 mm; cutting the sheeted dough into dough pieces; and baking the dough pieces on a perforated support to obtain a thin biscuit that is devoid of blisters.

Abstract: A process for coating frozen confection stick products (20) is provided, the process comprising providing a chamber (2) having two open ends (3,4), two sides (5,6) and a base (7); providing at least one pair of apertures (10A-10D), wherein one aperture of each pair is located on each side of the chamber, and wherein the apertures are vertical slots; supplying a liquid coating material to each aperture thereby forming curtains of the liquid coating material (14A-14D); and conveying the frozen confection (20) through the chamber with the stick uppermost so that the frozen confection passes through the curtains of coating material. An apparatus for operating the process is also provided.

Abstract: A cupcake mold includes two mold forms connected by a hinge and separable by a flange on an end opposite the hinge. Each mold form has a series of flutes extending in one direction and a top having a defined shape, such as a series of rings or a snail-shell shape, extending generally perpendicularly to the flutes. A method for making a dough-based edible treat includes the steps of filling an interior of a mold with a volume of dough, closing the mold to shape the dough, reopening the mold to expose the shaped dough, and removing the shaped dough from the mold. A further method adds the steps of extending a portion of a stick into the shaped dough to provide a handle for the edible treat, and, optionally, dipping at least a portion of the shaped dough into a liquid while the holding the stick.

Abstract: A chocolate composition and a method for manufacturing the chocolate composition include a solid material, e.g., nutritive carbohydrate sweetener that has a particle size from about 50 to about 1000 nanometers. The solid material may comprise a sugar, such as but not limited to, sucrose. By including within the chocolate composition the solid material that has the particle size from about 50 to about 1000 nanometers, the chocolate composition has enhanced temperature resistance properties.

Abstract: A reduced milk fat, reduced sugar, improved health characteristic, higher antioxidant content, improved taste, texture, melt, and creaminess non-standardized milk chocolate that can have a milk fat content of 0% to 8% and is blended with a standardized chocolate, an edible oil blend, 100% Cocoa Powder, Confectionery Sugar, Cocoa Seed Butter Crystals, and synergistic antioxidant flavor blend including; Virgin Coconut Oil, Vanilla Powder, Blackberry, and Acai Berry. A standardized milk chocolate product with 3.69% or higher milk fat that has improved health characteristics , higher antioxidant content, improved taste, texture, melt, and creaminess from a synergistic antioxidant flavor blend including; Virgin Coconut Oil, Vanilla Powder, Blackberry, and Acai Berry.

Abstract: Prior to cooling, an air knife is used to remove bubbles from confectionery-filled chocolates, preferably center-filled chocolates, deposited in a mold tray, preferably using a one-shot depositor. Using the method and apparatus, it is possible to manufacture novel confectionery products, including one-shot deposited caramel-filled dark chocolates.

Abstract: A chocolate is made by preparing a flavor cell that seals an amount of flavor substance in a shell, melting chocolate material and pouring the melted chocolate material into a mold, immersing the flavor cell into the melting chocolate material, cooling and solidifying the melted chocolate material, and removing the solidified chocolate from the concavity. The chocolate can have different shapes and the flavor substance is well sealed inside the shell.

Abstract: The present invention relates to frozen confectionery products which are nutritionally balanced and which have a high protein content.

Abstract: The present invention concerns an apparatus and a method for producing ice confection comprising mold cavities arranged on lamellae disposed in an endless belt along which are arranged process means for the production of the ice confection by conveying the lamellae between the process means, wherein the apparatus comprises an uneven number of lamellae and the process means are arranged along the belt in such a way, that the ice confection production process may be completed by two full circulations of one lamella on the belt. Due to the uneven number of lamellae a specific lamella will change stop position for each circulation. Hereby, a number of advantages are obtained through an optimal utilization of the lower lamella sequence, such that the shortest possible apparatus is obtained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to frozen confectionery coatings which have a low amount of fat. In particular, it relates to the use of certain water-in-oil emulsions as low-fat coating for frozen confections or desserts, in particular to make brittle coatings on such confections or desserts.

Abstract: An edible candy confection and a method of making the confection is disclosed. The method includes the steps of freezing fresh fruit, coating the frozen fruit with sugar solids sufficient to reach a critical mass, keeping the fruit frozen during the coating process, depositing a wafer, placing the coated fruit on the wafer, and sealing the coated fruit and wafer in a confection layer such as chocolate. The wafer may be formed from chocolate or yogurt. Optimally, the critical mass if the coated frozen fruit is at least 67 Brix with water activity of at least 0.60.

Abstract: A frozen confectionary product having a reduced-fat chocolate coating is disclosed. The chocolate coating contains less than about 40% fat by weight of the coating, and has a thickness less than a coating formed by dipping. Also disclosed is spray coating device and process for applying the coating.

Abstract: The method of production of sweet comprises shell (1) molding of chocolate or a chocolate or a confectionary glaze and of other masses with the use of a forming core (8), and filling the obtained shell with fillings of different kinds, wherein the forming core has cuts (9) in the lower end forming barriers (2) in the inner chamber of the shell, where each chamber formed by the barriers is provided with a filling. The sweet contains a shell (1) in the form of a container divided by barriers (2) into two or more chambers (3) and fillings (4) of different kinds, disposed in the said chambers (3), which allows the consumer to define visually the kind of the filling in each shell chamber (3) and thus provides free ingress to the particular kind of filling (4) at the consumer's choice.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for producing confectionery highly stable to heat which can be eaten without being deformed, becoming sticky at the surface or sticking to each other while maintaining the original mouthfeel of chocolate. As a result of the present inventors' intensive studied, it has been found out that a process for producing confectionery highly stable to heat can be provided by making the surface of a refined chocolate paste absorb moisture or bringing chocolate into contact with a moisture-containing food material, and then baking.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cereal products comprising cereals and a mixture of 1,6-GPS and 1,1-GPM, methods for the production thereof and the use of a mixture comprising 1,6-GPS and 1,1-GPM for producing cereal products.

Abstract: A process for manufacturing milk chocolate products containing a higher than normal water content by preparing a dark chocolate containing up to 30% by weight of water, adding a milk powder suspension optionally together with seed crystals of cocoa butter or cocoa butter equivalent, and mixing under low shear. The invention also relates to high water content milk chocolate products, methods of preparing a chocolate coated ice cream article with such products and to the resulting chocolate coated ice cream articles.

Abstract: An ice confection having an ice confection core and a snappy outer compound coating layer that has a reduced saturated fatty acid content. The fat in the compound coating is a mixture of fractionated palm oil and a liquid oil such as canola oil, sunflower oil, soybean and corn oils. This compound coating has similar textural characteristics to that of conventional products.

Abstract: A novel baking stamp imprints designs comprising alphanumeric symbols or graphics into baked goods. Recesses in the novel baking stamp allow the alphanumeric symbols and graphics to be clearly shown in baked goods.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cold formed bar comprising an omega-3 fatty acid and a carrier oil having an oxidative stability of at least 30 hours and a solid fat content at 21° C. of at least 40. The bar is preferably enrobed in a compound coating and has a water activity of from 0.45 to 0.57. The combination of carrier oil, low temperature processing, low water activity and enrobing stabilizes the omega-3 fatty acids in the bar so that the bar is stable at 85° F. 50% relative humidity for at least 3 months without developing fishy aromas, fishy tastes, or other off tastes over the storage period.

Abstract: A device and a method used when coating a wafer is described. The fluid coating is provided by an inside coating as well as an edge coating. The fluid chocolate in a container is stirred by displacing a vat up and down. During this displacement, the vat will be brought in contact with the wafer, so the chocolate substance, which is provided in there, provides an edge coating. Displacement of the first vat provides a repression of the chocolate substance, which through a nozzle is injected into the wafer in order to provide an inside coating. By repression, a pumping occurs, which is interrupted substantially simultaneously with the edge of the wafer getting in contact with the surface of the chocolate in vat, when it is elevated up towards the wafer, which is suspended in a commonly known apron conveyor (not shown).