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Affordable Indulgent Cake: A Guilt-Free, Delicious Treat for Smart Indulgence

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Discover the Affordable Indulgent Cake! A decadent yet nutritious cake with reduced sugar, high fibre, and rich flavours. Perfect for health-conscious consumers.

In today's fast-paced world, finding the perfect balance between indulgence, cost efficiency and health can be a challenge. Discover the Affordable Indulgent Cake by IMCD —a delightful treat designed to satisfy your cravings while providing exceptional value.

Indulge Without Guilt
Indulge in our guilt-free nutritious Cake, where affordability meets irresistible taste. This innovative Cake combines rich chocolate flavour with a hint of vanilla, delivering a decadent experience while utilizing reduced amounts of cocoa, eggs, and vegetable oil. Our commitment to improving nutrition means you can enjoy all the flavours you love without the excess.
 
Why Choose Our Affordable Indulgent Cake?

Pure Indulgence Without Compromise
Our Affordable Indulgent Cake is crafted to deliver a luxurious taste while offering up to 16% cost savings. Our innovative recipe reduces key ingredients without sacrificing flavour:
  • Liquid Eggs: Reduced by 33%
  • Cocoa powder: Reduced by 30%
  • Rapeseed Oil: Reduced by 20%

Improved Nutritional Profile
We understand the importance of nutrition in your daily diet. Our guilt-free treat not only delights the taste buds but also enhances your well-being:
  • Nutri-score: Improved from E to D, making it a smarter choice.
  • Added sucrose: A 20% reduction means you can enjoy sweetness without excess.
  • Fibre Enrichment: With more than 6 g of fibre per 100g, our muffin can be claimed “High fibre” supporting your digestive well-being.

Quality Ingredients in Our Nutritious Cake
The Affordable Indulgent Cake is made with a thoughtful selection of ingredients designed to enhance both flavour and nutrition:
  • Soluble Fibers: For sugar reduction and fibre enrichment achieving an improved nutritional profile with a neutral taste.
  • Pregelatinized waxy starch: Optimizes the batter viscosity for an improved processability. Increases the water uptake, the crumb softness and mouthfeel properties. 
  • Whey Proteins: Dairy proteins with gelling properties to mimic egg functionalities.
  • Malt Extract: Restores colour from cocoa replacement.
  • Natural Flavours:
    • Vanilla flavour to enhance sweetness perception.
    • Butter flavour for a rich mouthfeel.
    • Cocoa flavour to balance the cocoa replacement.
  • Enzymes:
    • Phospholipase A2 to optimize egg functionalities.
    • Phospholipase A1 and Maltogenic amylases to improve softness and freshness.
  • Alpha Cyclodextrin: Dietary fibres with whipping and emulsifying properties for better volume and aeration.
  • Emulsifiers:
    • SSL and Mono and Diglycerides of FA to increase softness and improve freshness.
    • Lecithin for enhanced fat inclusion.
  • Cellulose Gum: Creates a stable network to keep inclusions in suspension.
  • Baking Powder: Sodium bicarbonate and Sodium Acid Pyro Phosphate to improve volume.

Market Trends in Sweet Baked Goods
The demand for sweet baked goods is on the rise. According to the latest Innova Market Report, the share of sweet baked goods in Europe has increased by 2.5%, climbing from 69.7% in 2019 to 72.2% in 2023. Additionally, many consumers are engaging in "revenge spending," seeking indulgent moments post-lockdown. In fact, 63% of global consumers report that their food and beverage spending has significantly increased since the pandemic.

However, it's essential to balance indulgence with financial responsibility. According to the Innova Trends Survey 2023, 7 in 10 consumers globally are actively trying to save money while buying food and beverages. The Affordable Indulgent Cake perfectly aligns with this desire for cost-effective treats.

Savor the Satisfaction with Our Affordable Indulgent Muffin
Indulge in the perfect treat that marries taste and health. The Affordable Indulgent Cake by IMCD is a delicious, guilt-free option that caters to the growing demand for sweet baked goods. With our efficient ingredient use, you can enjoy a premium and cost-effective experience.

Ready to Experience the Indulgence?
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Contact us today to learn more about our Affordable Indulgent Cake and how it can elevate your product offerings. Embrace the future of indulgence—where health meets deliciousness!

For inquiries, please fill out our contact form or reach out to us directly. Join the movement towards smarter indulgence today!

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