Bakery and foodservice

Today’s consumers aren’t just looking for alternatives to dairy butter; they want options that can deliver the same benefits as dairy butter and that don’t come at a higher price.

Bunge FlexiBetter is a dairy butter equivalent designed for performance, cost efficiency and sustainability, replicating the critical properties of dairy butter for use in a range of bakery and foodservice applications.

 

Why Bunge FlexiBetter stands out

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Unmatched baking performance

Bunge FlexiBetter replicates the critical properties of dairy butter in baked goods, ensuring the same crispiness, puffiness and airy texture that define high-quality laminated pastries like croissants. From flaky layers to moist cakes and cookies with perfect texture, Bunge FlexiBetter delivers results that meet consumer expectations.

The plant-based sector is competitive, but Bunge FlexiBetter’s differentiation lies in its adaptability. It is customisable for a wide range of applications, not just for pastries, and performs equally well in sauces, gravies and other foodservice staples.

Moreover, Bunge’s decades of expertise in oil structuring and lipid science provide a competitive advantage in its work with customers to demonstrate that Bunge FlexiBetter is not just a trend-driven product – it is a scalable, future-proof solution.

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Significant cost savings

Compared to traditional dairy butter, Bunge FlexiBetter offers a cost-effective solution with stable pricing which minimises cost volatility and helps food manufacturers manage budgets more effectively. It also offers consistent supply, enabling businesses to manufacture their products without disruption.
Sustainability

Sustainability for a better future

Sustainability is at the heart of Bunge FlexiBetter. Based on a third party study on a similar product in Bunge’s portfolio, when compared to dairy butter Bunge FlexiBetter achieves a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, providing manufacturers with a way to reduce their products’ environmental footprint without compromising on performance. This aligns with growing consumer demand for eco-friendly, plant-based alternatives.