Post-processing of fermented milk to stirred products: Reviewing the effects on gel structure

摘要

Background: The structure of stirred fermented milk products such as yoghurt, Greek-style yoghurt and fresh cheese is an essential criterion for consumer acceptance. It is determined by various factors ranging from the milk base composition to starter culture to mechanical forces occurring during filling. The effect of upstream processing parameters and fermentation conditions on the structure of stirred fermented milk gels have been extensively studied and reviewed by different authors.