Base compositions, methods of manufacturing base compositions and frozen
food products including a base composition are described. According to
one or more embodiments, a base composition for a frozen food product
includes at least one insoluble fiber, at least one soluble fiber, at
least one emulsifier and at least one stabilizer. In one or more aspects
of the invention, methods are provided for processing the base
composition with additional ingredients to provide flavor, sweetness and
the like for a variety of frozen food products such as: frozen desserts;
ice creams; gelato; and mousse, either confectionary, seafood-type or
savory vegetable-type, with desirable organoleptic and stability
properties. In one or more embodiments, base compositions and methods
described herein are suitable for preparing many types of frozen food
products ranging from dairy-type products to those having low-fat, low
calorie, fruit flavors and the like.