The Institute of Food Technologists, IFT First Annual Event & Expo is right around the corner. This year, one of the highlights will be exploring the latest trends in functional snacks.
For three days (July 15-17), over 1000 exhibitors from across the food and beverage industry will gather right here in Edlong’s hometown of Chicago.
Like always, we’ll be there to show how our flavor solutions can help unlock everything dairy and dairy-free can be.
With this year’s demos, we’re looking to “Put The Fun In Functional” with Edlong’s FUNctional Snack Shop.
Highlighting our Functional Snack Campaign, our team created some fun ideas to showcase the use of a wide variety of dairy flavors in indulgent snacks that are also functional, healthy, and better for you.
With “fun” being the name of the game, our team let their creativity take over. From fiber-filled cupcakes to innovative snacks that can stand alone or mixed-matched for a convenient convention treat, just to name a few.
Here’s a sneak peek at the fun our team will be serving up at Booth #S1102.
FUNctional Snack Bar
Honey Butter Corn Cereal
Sweet Enhancer, Dairy-free, Natural
This Honey Butter Corn Cereal is an innovative and deliciously indulgent snack that showcases Edlong’s Sweet Spot technology, which offers reduced sugar capabilities that maintain sweetness while perfectly balancing other natural flavors.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Butter Type Flavor – Spray Dry
- Natural Sweet Spot – Powder
Buttermilk Ranch Rice Cereal
Dairy-Free, Builder, Natural
Ready for an irresistible savory experience? This Buttermilk Ranch cereal snack seamlessly combines layers of natural flavors for an authentic and dairy-free treat.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Cultured Type Flavor – Liquid
- Natural Butter Type Flavor – Liquid
- Natural Sour Cream Type Flavor – Powder
Aged Cheddar Chickpea Chips
Masking, Replacer, Builder
Looking for the perfect cheesy profile? Maybe something that can capture the meaty, sharp, and nutty complexity of aged cheddar with the smooth creaminess of processed cheese? These unique Aged Cheddar Chickpea chips can give you just that! See how they can deliver an authentic cheese experience that is both convenient and oh-so-satisfying.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Aged Cheddar Flavor – Liquid
- Natural Processed Cheese Flavor – Powder
- SUPERMASKER™ – Powder
Tikha Mitha-seasoned Fruit Chips
Natural, Non-GMO, Halal
Something sweet, sour, and slightly spicy—our Tikha Mitha-seasoned Fruit Chips can check all those boxes and more. Tamarind, coriander seed, and green mango powder are paired with a blend of robust and earthy spices from Western India to compliment the crispy crunch of banana, apple, star fruit, pineapple, and honeydew melon chips. Our brown sugar and milk flavors add enhanced cooked and caramelized notes, taking indulgence to another level.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Milk-Type Flavor – Powder
- Natural Brown Sugar Flavor – Powder
Spicy 3-Cheese Pretzels
Non-GMO, Natural, Builder
The name says it all. Pretzel sticks seasoned with a unique blend of cheese flavors that craft a deep flavor profile with enhanced richness for a balanced creamy and spicy finish.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Pepper Jack-Type Flavor-Liquid
- Natural Monterey Jack-Type Flavor-Liquid
- Natural Mozzarella-Type Flavor-Powder
- Natural Pepper Jack-Type Flavor-Powder
Girl Power Fiber Cupcake
Natural, Non-GMO, Builder
Celebrating something special like a birthday? Or maybe you’re just looking for a little something sweet for breakfast. Introducing our new fiber-rich cupcakes, a tasty choice you can feel good about no matter the occasion. Rich, indulgent cupcakes boosted by Edlong’s authentic natural dairy flavors are topped with perfect pink icing that lets our sweet and buttery flavors shine.
Featured Edlong Flavors
Cupcakes
- Natural Vanilla Milkshake Flavor -Powder
- Natural Butter Type Flavor – Spray Dry
Icing
- Natural Vanilla Cream Type Flavor – Spray Dry
- Natural White Chocolate Type Flavor – Powder
- Natural Butter Type Flavor – Liquid
Feta & Balsamic Beetroot Dip
Replacer, Builder, Non-GMO
Vibrant in color and flavor, this classic combination brings together the creaminess of sour cream, the satisfying saltiness of feta, and the tangy fruitiness of balsamic for a dip you won’t want to miss.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Feta Type Flavor – Powder
- Natural Goat Cheese Type Flavor – Liquid
Summer Sweet Cream Drink
Replacer, Natural, Dairy-free
Riding the wave of the widely popular strawberry hibiscus refresher, this No-Added Sugar Pink Drink balances creamy coconut milk with Edlongs flavors for a sweet, milky, and indulgent beverage perfect for your better-for-you summer.
Featured Edlong Flavors
- Natural Milk Type Flavor – Liquid
- Natural Sweet Cream Type Flavor – Liquid
Whether you’re a product developer looking for new ideas for beverages, snacks, bakery items, and more or just someone who needs a delicious snack, please make sure to stop by our booth to try Edlong’s FUNctional snacks and learn more about what our authentic dairy and dairy-free solutions can do for your next project.
About the Author: Angela Lantman, Manager – NA Applications
I’ve worked in the flavor industry as a product developer and manager for almost 25 years. Balancing art and science to create great tasting foods and beverages has been my passion as a product developer. I’m lucky to continue working with customers while leading an awesome team of food scientists and chefs. Participating in the plant-based market evolution has been both challenging and rewarding. Me and Edlong are here to help find a great tasting solution to your next challenge.
Topics: Better For YouDairy flavorsFunctional FoodsInnovationSweet Spot
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