Protein fortified bakery
A new approach to protein-fortified bakery
Protein-fortified bakery is reshaping product development as consumers demand healthier, nutrient-dense options that still deliver indulgence and familiarity.
Food manufacturers increasingly look for plant-based proteins with consistent quality, clean taste and reliable performance in industrial processing. Our Protafy solution offers a compelling alternative by combining a mild sensory profile with strong nutritional value, making it ideal for baked goods and snacks. Using a stable, plant-derived protein supports health-oriented consumers, the flexitarian segment and brands pursuing clear sustainability objectives.
With our Protafy solution, manufacturers can enrich bakery formulations without compromising flavour or structure. This creates opportunities for innovation in bread, cookies, bars, soft cakes, crackers and ready-to-eat formats.
In short, protein fortification is no longer a niche—it's a strategic path to differentiation, improved labelling and competitive positioning in a rapidly evolving bakery market.

Nutritional advantages that elevate bakery applications
High-quality potato protein provides a powerful nutritional upgrade without introducing off-flavours, gritty mouthfeel or allergen concerns. Its light brown colour and mild taste integrate smoothly into doughs and batters, making it easy to enrich products while maintaining consumer-preferred sensory characteristics. With a DIAAS of 115 and a full essential amino acid profile, potato protein supports muscle health, recovery and active lifestyle positioning. Manufacturers also benefit from a stable, well-documented Danish supply chain.
Together these features enable bakery producers to meet nutritional targets while improving product quality and strengthening sustainability claims.
Key benefits
Plant-based
High nutritional value with strong BCAA levels
Very easy to implement in bakery formulations
Allergen-free and non-GMO
Insoluble with high heat stability
Local Danish raw material and reliable supply chain
Access to technical specialists for application support
Delivering stable performance in protein-enriched bakery applications
Protein fortification in bakery can introduce formulation challenges such as dryness, structural instability, undesirable colouring and reduced shelf-life. Manufacturers also face commercial pressures tied to cost-in-use, documentation needs and rising demand for lower-carbon ingredients. Using a mild, non-functional potato protein concentrate helps minimise the typical drawbacks associated with many plant proteins. Its balanced flavour profile and natural brown tone integrate seamlessly into a wide range of bakery applications, reducing the need for compensating ingredients.
With robust nutritional credentials—including high protein concentration and a strong amino acid profile—potato protein provides a reliable route to meeting performance targets without introducing allergens or compromising consumer expectations. By selecting a stable protein ingredient, bakery manufacturers can streamline reformulation and accelerate time-to-market.

Lata Menon
Regional sales director
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Successful protein-fortified bakery products require more than selecting the right ingredient—they depend on strong collaboration throughout development. KMC’s innovation approach gives manufacturers access to experts, pilot facilities and application testing to validate performance early in the process.

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