Eating bread is more than just satisfying hunger; it also plays a crucial role in daily nutrition and overall well-being. The future of bread is being shaped by changing consumer expectations, sustainability goals and innovation within the global bakery industry. The bread of the future can contribute significantly to one’s daily nutritional needs and overall health — and dietary fibre lies at the heart of that contribution. As a staple eaten every day, bread is one of the most natural and effective vehicles for delivering the nutrients people need most, from fibre and proteins to vitamins and minerals. The synergy of our historical expertise in bread-making, combined with the state-of-the-art knowledge within our nutrition and health business units, positions Lesaffre uniquely to address the challenges of the future of baking — including the growing demand for added fibre in everyday bread.
Crafting wellness and dietary requirements in bread making
Widely consumed on a daily basis across the globe, bread stands as an excellent means of delivering essential benefits to specific demographic groups, including children, seniors, and pregnant women. Moreover, bread serves as an optimal support for the diverse dietary preferences embraced by today’s consumers. Our product portfolio is tailored to accommodate various lifestyle choices and personal commitments, ranging from veganism to health-specific needs like gluten-free options.
Whether by choice or necessity, embracing a specific diet can result in deficiencies or excesses that may eventually impact health, both physically and mentally. Fibre is one of the most widespread shortfalls in modern diets: nutrition authorities recommend a daily intake of at least 25 g of fibre for adults, yet a significant share of European consumers fails to reach this level. Because bread is consumed daily, enriching it with fibre — through fibre-rich grains, seeds and flours, or through targeted fibre addition — offers one of the simplest and most effective ways to help close this “fibre gap”.
Today’s consumers are becoming increasingly knowledgeable and mindful of the profound influence nutrition has on their overall well-being. Consequently, there is a growing emphasis on adopting diets tailored to individual needs and personal lifestyle choices. People are making deliberate and informed decisions about their food choices, leaning towards products they perceive as healthier and more sustainable. Fibre-rich bread answers these expectations on every front: it supports digestive health and a balanced gut microbiome, promotes a longer-lasting feeling of satiety, and is naturally regarded by consumers as a clean-label ingredient.
Furthermore, addressing stress and prioritising mental health have become global concerns. Informed consumers actively seek solutions that enhance their overall well-being, gravitating towards foods that not only contribute to physical health but also possess a “nutritional edge” for mental well-being.
How will the bread of the future look like?
Crafting the bread of the future demands a holistic consideration of consumers’ needs and dietary requirements. Elevating its appeal, flavour stands out as the foremost aspect to prioritise in creating the bread of the future. To create the bread of the future, you will need:
A unique flavour: Cracker notes help to lower salt levels without loss of flavour. Springer Proteissimo® 101 protein provides notes of hazelnut. Buttery notes are enhanced by a sourdough flavour that helps to reduce fat in the finished product. An incredible combination of crustiness and softness! The inclusion of fibre-rich grains gives the bun a slight crunch, adding both texture and nutritional value. Sourdough optimises the product’s softness and freshness.
A beautiful look: A beige-coloured crumb evocative of old-style bread — a reassuring promise of the whole grains and added fibre within.
Ingredients for meeting needs and fuelling wellness
To enhance consumers’ protein intake without relying on animal ingredients, Lesaffre has innovated the ideal solution – Springer Proteissimo® 101. Naturally rich in proteins and containing all the essential amino acids, it is free of off-notes and has only a limited effect on colour. As a distinctive and patented solution for baking high-protein bread, Springer Proteissimo® 101 is crafted through yeast fermentation, boasting not only nutritional benefits but also a small carbon footprint.
To address the widespread need for more fibre in everyday diets, Lesaffre supports bakers in formulating fibre-enriched bread without compromising on taste, texture or shelf life. Drawing on our fermentation expertise and the knowledge of our nutrition and health business units, we help select the right combination of fibre-rich grains, seeds and flours — or the right level of added fibre — to craft loaves that support digestive health and provide a steady release of energy, with the clean label today’s consumers trust.
To address the physiological need for supplemental folic acid and folate, Lesaffre introduces Quatrefolic® Vitamin B9 – an exclusive, patented ingredient centred around vitamin B9. This unique formulation is easily incorporable for bakers aspiring to create vitamin-enriched bread. Particularly suitable for women (pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and lactation), infants, seniors, and individuals with specific health conditions requiring additional folate, Quatrefolic® Vitamin B9 offers a targeted solution.
Exclusively offered by Lesaffre, VitaMK7® represents vitamin K2 in its purest form, with a purity exceeding 99%. Derived from a natural source through the bio-fermentation of bacillus subtilis spp natto – a proprietary strain of Lesaffre – VitaMK7® stands out. This unique formulation not only supports bone health and facilitates blood clotting but is also designated as a clean label product. Moreover, it is compatible for formulation with calcium salt bread-making ingredients.
Meet your customers' nutritional needs with the Holistic Mix
By working closely with bakers and harnessing our Baking Center TM R&D facilities, we can deliver the latest innovations in bread-making supporting your product development. As an expert in fermentation, Baking with Lesaffre’s research is focused on decrypting the best combinations between bread microbiota, recipe, and fermentation parameters to anchor bread in the daily diets in our societies.
Today, that support extends to the heart of the wellness trend with our Holistic Mix. Adaptable to any production line and bakery product — from sliced bread and loaves to rolls, flatbreads, pizza bases and artisanal breads — it pairs exceptional taste and texture with genuinely stronger nutritional credentials, enabling bakers to make “high in fibre” a reality across their everyday range.
Today, that support extends to the heart of the wellness trend with our Holistic Mix. Adaptable to any production line and bakery product — from sliced bread and loaves to rolls, flatbreads, pizza bases and artisanal breads — it pairs exceptional taste and texture with genuinely stronger nutritional credentials, enabling bakers to make “high in fibre” a reality across their everyday range.
Introducing the bread of the future – the result of Lesaffre’s innovative Holistic Mix, a solution that addresses the evolving demands of today’s health-conscious consumers. Crafted with a blend of essential proteins, grains and natural fibres, this bread not only delivers an exceptional taste and texture but also provides a range of nutritional benefits supporting key areas of health: digestive well-being, immune support and bone strength. Boasting a high protein and fibre content, as well as a source of calcium, vitamin D, omega-3 and -6, and folic acid, this bread truly sets the new standard for the future of bread. Whether baked as sliced loaves, rolls, flatbreads, pizza bases or sweet goods, indulge your customers with delightfully soft and nutritious bakery products that deliver on both health and pleasure.
Our team is at your side to understand and decode the latest discoveries and to determine how to create products that are best adapted to your customers’ nutritional needs.
