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long shelf-life

Laminated products like croissants and puff pastries are gaining popularity worldwide. Each region of the world has its own laminated products and, consequently, unique characteristics. In some parts of the world, especially in the Middle East and Asia, there is a demand for products with a long shelf life. This is why croissants and pastries with a long shelf life have been developed. Croissant production lines were among the very first bakery production lines produced by Rademaker, and we are proud to be a global leader in this field. With four decades of experience, Rademaker can produce long shelf-life production solutions that meet the requirements of our customers.

Recipe

The recipe for long-shelf-life products is unique. Long-lasting softness is achieved by using sourdough and a rich recipe with margarine, sugar, eggs, glucose syrup, and a special enzyme blend. The enzyme mix can be combined with a bread improver to contribute to tolerance and volume. The combination of these ingredients, in their specific formulation, reduces the amount of free water in the dough (aW).

Process & Procedure

Long-shelf-life croissants are produced with very long fermentation times. This differs from the process for ‘regular’ croissants. The extended fermentation times are a result of using sourdough (also known as levains, brews, preferments, sourdough, etc.) in combination with a very low amount of free water and the high levels of fat and sugar in the dough. Maximum flavor development and sometimes the use of preservatives such as calcium propionate also contribute to these long fermentation times. However, the sourdough process contributes the most to these extended fermentation periods.

Proofing

For long-shelf-life croissants, the final proofing period is very long. This is due to the use of sourdough, the rich recipe, the inclusion of preservatives, and the very limited amount of water. Depending on the recipe, we have observed proofing periods ranging from 180 minutes to over 300 minutes at some bakeries.

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Our solutions are designed with one clear principle: preserving dough quality from start to finish.

Thanks to our innovative stress-free production technology, the integrity developed during mixing is maintained throughout the entire process. The result is reliable performance and consistent end products that meet the highest standards every time.

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As demand for long shelf-life croissants and pastries grows, bakeries need solutions that combine innovation with tradition. By using a rich recipe with sourdough and a specialized enzyme blend, Rademaker’s proven technology ensures soft, high-quality products that stay fresh longer