Reduced sugar soft serve, claimable as high-protein and a good source of fibre, balancing indulgence and nutrition.
Discover how indulgent dairy soft serve ice creams are evolving to deliver high protein, added fibre and reduced sugar without compromising the rich, creamy experience consumers expect.
Redefining Indulgence with Better Nutrition
Australian consumers are shifting towards premium and artisanal ice cream offerings and there is rising interest in ice creams offering nutritional enhancements such as added protein. Consumers are increasingly seeking better for you ice creams that offer indulgence alongside improved nutritional value. High-protein, added fibre and sugar reduction continue to shape innovation as manufacturers develop premium offerings that deliver a satisfying eating experience with better-for-you credentials.
Better for you soft serve demonstrates how ingredient innovation can create a smooth, indulgent ice cream with enhanced nutrition, authentic dairy flavour and excellent texture stability.
Concept Highlight
Better-for-you soft serve delivers a smooth, indulgent dessert that is high in protein, a good source of fibre and sugar reduced, supported by ingredient solutions that enhance texture, flavour and stability.
Designed for manufacturers developing premium dairy soft serves that combine indulgence with improved nutritional credentials.
- High protein (10.1g protein per serve)
- Good source of fibre (7.2 g fibre per serve)
- Sugar-reduced formulation
- Smooth, creamy texture with excellent storage stability
Key Formulation Solutions
Developing nutritionally enhanced dairy soft serve requires balancing creaminess, sweetness, texture and stability while maintaining an indulgent sensory experience.
- Milk Protein Concentrate & Polydextrose: Boost both protein and prebiotic dietary fibre which promotes digestive wellness while supporting reduced sugar formulations.
- Functional Stabiliser System: Delivers a rich, creamy mouthfeel, with excellent texture and eating quality.
- Natural Flavours: Vanilla flavour creates a premium indulgent flavour profile.
- Sugar-Reduction Solutions: Xylitol, Stevia, Sucralose and Polydextrose maintains sweetness while reducing sugar.
Formulated to support healthier indulgent dairy desserts for the Australian and New Zealand market.
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