Desarrollo de una galleta a partir de trigo (Triticun aestivum L.) sustituido parcialmente con una mezcla de harina de chocho tierno (Lupinus mutabilis Sweet) y almidón de achira (Canna edulis Ker Gawl)

Abstract

Currently, the food industry has undergone a remarkable transformation to meet the demand for more nutritious and healthy products. This change has led to the development of cookies that include unconventional ingredients in their composition. The present research proposes an innovative solution by incorporating tender lupin flour (Lupinus mutabilis Sweet) and achira starch (Canna edulis Ker Gawl) to increase the protein and fiber content in the cookies. Initially, tender lupin flour was produced, and its physicochemical, nutritional, and microbiological aspects were analyzed, showing values comparable to those of dry lupin flour, making it suitable to produce nutritious foods. To leverage the nutritional potential of this legume, cookies were formulated by partially substituting wheat flour with tender lupin flour and achira starch in percentages of 10, 20 and 30. The cookies from the best treatment were determined through a sensory analysis, which evaluated bromatological quality, microbiological safety, and texture. This analysis revealed a significant increase in protein and fiber levels, a product free of microorganisms, and a texture with hardness and fracturability values of 4.22 N. Therefore, the incorporation of tender lupin flour and achira starch in the formulation of cookies not only meets rigorous quality standards but also offers outstanding sensory attributes. This advancement significantly contributes to the availability of healthier and more nutritious food options in the current market.