Effect of egg yolk substitution by sweet whey protein isolate on texture, stability and colour of Gelato‐style vanilla ice cream

Abstract

Gelato samples were made with two levels of egg‐yolk (4.5 and 9%). For each level, samples were prepared with and without whey protein isolate (WPI). Texture and melting rates values were significantly (P < 0.05) higher in 9% egg‐yolk samples over the storage period than in samples containing 4.5%. Increasing WPI led to a significant increase in hardness at both levels of egg‐yolk. Gelato with added WPI in 9% samples had slightly higher whiteness (L) and yellowness (b) values than 4.5% samples. A significant effect of fat content was observed in all physical properties measured. Results suggest that this approach can deliver functionality at a lower cost and can produce a good quality Gelato.