Bakery and Confectionery Technology

"This book “Bakery and Confectionery Technology” gives a concise explanation of the principles, science, methods and processes involved in the development of various bakery products. The book aims to introduce students and professionals to basic as well as advanced topics on baking science and technology. The book covers wealth of information regarding the status of bakery industry, quality parameters of bakery and confectionery ingredients, chemistry of dough development, technology for manufacture of yeast-made products-bread, cakes, biscuits, desserts and pizza. This book provides information with respect to the standards and regulations of Bakery and Confectionery Products and also discusses the use of modern technological machineries for bakery production, icings and decoration. This book is designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing courses in Food Technology and allied fields. Besides, the book can serve as a guide for home and industrial bakers as well as those engaged in the profession. The book will also be beneficial for technical professional working in flour milling and bakery industry which is one of the largest organized sectors in the Indian food industry."