
Proteins

Our wide range of dairy-based, plant-based and functional proteins offer excellent nutritional value and superior functional properties—like flavor, solubility and heat stability.
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Learn more about the various aspects of protein.
From extending shelf life, to improving flavor expression to delivering desired texture and nutrition, our Functional Protein Solutions can improve the overall quality of a wide range of products and contribute to delivering exceptional consumer experiences.
BarFlex® Whey Proteins
Whey protein isolates (WPIs) and concentrates (WPCs) that enable 100% whey formulations, minimize bar hardening and extends the shelf life of nutritional bars. It’s an excellent source of high-quality protein that gives bars a clean flavor and a long-lasting, chewy texture.
Our BarFlex 100 WPC was specifically designed and optimized for extrusion, delivering a range of exceptional starch-like textures without the inclusion of high quantities of starch making it ideal for bar and snack inclusions.
BarHarvest® Plant Proteins
Plant protein-based systems (non-soy) designed to deliver protein fortification in emerging plant-based bar, cereal, and snack applications without negatively impacting texture or shelf life. Delivers a variety of textures while minimizing the dryness, brittleness and hardness over shelf life commonly associated with plant proteins.
Our BarHarvest 100 Series was specifically designed and optimized for extrusion, delivering a less chalky, powdery and glassy texture during extrusion than other protein products, resulting in a range of exceptional textures.
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Our BarHarvest Pea Protein Series are functionally designed to allow for high levels of protein fortification without compromising taste and texture in bars, snacks and baked goods.
BarPro® Milk Proteins
Milk protein concentrates and isolates (MPCs & MPIs) designed to extend the shelf life of nutrition bars and minimize bar hardening. They’re an excellent source of high-quality protein with a short texture and a clean flavor profile.
Our BarPro 100 series was specifically designed and optimized for extrusion, delivering a range of exceptional starch-like textures without the inclusion of high quantities of starch making it ideal for extruded snacks, cereals and inclusions.
BevWise® Protein Systems
Whey and milk protein fortification ingredient system specifically for use in aseptic, hot fill, cold fill and UHT processing, providing exceptional nutritional attributes and functional benefits to high acid beverages (protein waters, functional juices, energy drinks, electrolyte beverages) and neutral pH beverages (sports protein drinks, meal replacements, protein milks). Benefits include superior clarity, less astringency, improved processing, good solubility and excellent emulsification.
Crunchie™ Semi-Finished Extruded Pieces
Utilizing our BarPro, BarFlex and BarHarvest protein solutions, we’ve developed Crunchie extruded crisps, bites, loops, and flakes.
Crisps
Small and round, Crisps are ideal for bar and snack inclusions, delivering exceptional texture and an enjoyable crunch to a product throughout shelf life, creating a delightful eating experience. Clean flavor requiring no masking. Visually appealing with consistent shape, size, and color. Contains high-quality milk (>70% - 85%*), whey (>70), or pea (50%) protein for an extra protein boost.
*85% milk protein available from Milk Crisps 125R
Bites
Large and round, Bites are ideal for use as a snack or cereal, delivering exceptional texture and an enjoyable crunch to a product throughout shelf life, creating a delightful eating experience. Clean flavor requiring no masking. Visually appealing with consistent shape, size, and color. Contains high-quality milk (>70%) or pea (50%) protein for an extra protein boost. Perfect for applications where you might want to add a coating. Leverage our in-house coating capabilities and then you’re ready for your copacker.
Loops
Circular in shape, Loops are ideal for use as a snack or cereal, delivering exceptional texture and an enjoyable crunch to a product throughout shelf life, creating a delightful eating experience. Clean flavor requiring no masking. Visually appealing with consistent shape, size, and color. Contains high-quality milk (>70%) or pea (50%) protein for an extra protein boost. Perfect for applications where you might want to add a coating. Leverage our in-house coating capabilities and then you’re ready for your copacker.
Flakes
Thin scoops, Flakes are ideal for use as a snack or cereal, delivering exceptional texture and an enjoyable crunch to a product throughout shelf life, creating a delightful eating experience. Clean flavor requiring no masking. Visually appealing with consistent shape, size, and color. Contains high-quality pea (>40%) protein for an extra protein boost. Perfect for applications where you might want to add a coating. Leverage our in-house coating capabilities and then you’re ready for your copacker.
Learn more about our Protein Solutions for Extruded Inclusions, Snacks & Cereal
NutraSol® Functional Protein Fortification Systems
These milk protein ingredients fortify food and beverage systems with proteins that meet specific functionality requirements or claims (such as micellar casein). They’re an excellent solution for ready-to-drink beverages, powder drink mixes, yogurts and other dairy foods.
OptiSol® 1000 Series
A range of functional whey and milk protein ingredients that improve fresh dairy yogurt and beverage product processing and flavor, enhance creaminess and texture and support clean label initiatives. rBST free and Grade A options available. Our OptiSol 1005 and 1007 are advanced whey protein concentrates that allow for increased protein levels in high heat processed applications.
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OvenPro®
A functional bakery solution designed for protein fortification of bakery applications, delivering superior texture and flavor. OvenPro can be used as a flour replacer or the sole protein source in a range of bakery applications allowing for high protein or source of protein claims. An excellent solution for cookies, muffins, brownies, brownies, crackers, pretzels, cakes, donuts, waffles, pancakes, tortillas, pastries and baked bars.
ProTherma®
An agglomerated hydrolyzed whey protein designed for use in hot ready-to-mix powdered beverage and food applications. ProTherma protein is heat stable, soluble and high in protein. An excellent solution for ready-to-mix hot coffees, teas, cocoas, malts, soups, oatmeals, coffee creamers and coffee pods.
Thermax® Heat-Stable Whey Proteins
Heat-stable whey proteins that offer excellent nutritional value imparting a clean flavor, depending on degree of hydrolysis. Manufactured from sweet whey using an advanced ultrafiltration process, Thermax proteins are designed for UHT and retort processing conditions. They’re heat-stable at neutral pH, soluble over a wide pH range and available with protein content from 70% to 90%. An excellent solution for a wide variety of baked goods, bars and snacks.
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