Effect of different juices and stabilizer levels on the physicochemical, phytochemical and sensory properties of set yogurt prepared from two dairy cow breeds milk
摘要
This study investigated the effect of juice type (carrot, mango, orange, and papaya), stabilizer level (0.2%, 0.5%, and 0.8%), and cow breed (Fogera, and crossbreed) on the quality of set-type yogurt after 1, 7, 14, 21 and 28 days of cold storage. Carrot juice with 0.8% stabilizer level and Fogera cow milk resulted in the lowest syneresis (16.47 g/100 g) and highest water holding capacity (67.44 g/100 g). Fogera cow milk yogurt had lower syneresis due to its higher milk fat and solid content. Juices significantly increased total phenolics, carotenoids, and ferric-reducing power compared to control samples. Among the yogurt samples, those incorporating mango juice exhibited the highest levels of total phenolic (23.48 mg GAE/100 g), those with carrot juice had the highest carotenoids (6.19 mg/100 g), and papaya juices demonstrated the highest levels of ferric-reducing power (20.85 mg AAE/100 g). All juice-fortified yogurts received average acceptability scores above 6.23 on a 9-point hedonic scale, indicating high consumer acceptance across all sensory attributes. Yogurt with mango juice, 0.5% stabilizer, and Fogera cow milk emerged as the most favorable combination in consumer acceptability and overall quality. This study shows promise for creating high-quality yogurt with added fruit juices, potentially appealing to health-conscious consumers. Adding juices can improve yogurt’s nutritional, functional and sensory properties. As a result, the production of fortified yogurt is a cornerstone of the dairy sector, driving innovation in product development.