Baked good, in particular biscuit

Abstract

The invention relates to a baked good, in particular a biscuit, baked from a base dough and optionally other ingredients, spices and / or flavorings, wherein amino acids are admixed to the base dough.

Description

[0001] Pastries, especially cookies

[0002] The invention relates generally to a foodstuff with an added food supplement.

[0003] Enriching food with appropriate dietary supplements is already well-known. Generally, dietary supplements are used for various reasons to support health and well-being. Main purposes include, for example, compensating for nutrient deficiencies by adding vitamins and minerals, promoting health and well-being by adding antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, supporting the immune system by adding zinc and vitamin C or echinacea, providing support for chronic illnesses, for example, by adding vitamin D and calcium, promoting mental health and cognitive function, for example, by adding vitamin B, and supporting skin, hair, and nail health by adding biotin and collagen.For example, it is already known to add protein supplements and amino acids to improve performance in sports, as these are intended to support muscle building and regeneration as well as performance.

[0004] The present invention relates to the addition of defined amino acids as a dietary supplement. This is based on the understanding that amino acids are essential building blocks of proteins and thus of life. While some amino acids are produced by the body itself, others are obtained from food. They are part of homeostasis. A deficiency, such as in cases of starvation, cachexia, increased consumption during illness, or during periods of high athletic performance, can lead to deficiency states.

[0005] The object of the invention is now to develop a formulation for these and other conditions with increased consumption and demand for amino acids that is well-tolerated, risk-free and practically applicable.

[0006] According to the invention, a pastry, in particular a biscuit, is provided, baked from a basic dough and optionally other ingredients, spices and / or flavorings, wherein amino acids are added to the basic dough.

[0007] The target group of the invention includes exhausted, weak, and aging individuals, as well as competitive athletes, in order to contribute particularly well to strengthening, supporting, and balancing the homeostasis of the body's own bodily functions in every performance group and every phase of life.

[0008] The amino acids added here as a dietary supplement are carboxylic acids with the hydrogen atom on the carbon atom replaced by an amino group. Amino acids therefore possess two opposing functions on a single molecule. They are so-called ampholytes, meaning they can form salts with both acids and bases. These substances are also called amphoteric because they have a dipole function. Carbohydrates or fats cannot substitute for protein synthesis because the human body cannot synthesize certain amino acids itself. These are the so-called essential amino acids: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine. Furthermore, other amino acids are known that are considered non-essential because they can be synthesized from the essential amino acids if their concentrations are sufficiently high.These so-called facultative, i.e., non-essential, amino acids consist of arginine, cysteine, proline, serine and tyrosine.

[0009] Advantageous embodiments of the invention are set out in the dependent claims following the main claim.

[0010] According to a particularly advantageous embodiment of the invention, tryptophan is added as an amino acid. This is an essential amino acid that is abundant in meat, fish, hemoglobin, fibrin, ovalbumin, nuts, and soybeans, and enters serotonin metabolism via hydroxytryptophan. Neoptirin is also produced from tryptophan, and tryptophan uptake can be indirectly measured by neoptirin levels. Tryptophan has further functions in energy metabolism, acts via the neurotransmitter serotonin, and is also administered for sleep disorders, autonomic nervous system problems, and depression. Dosages of up to five grams are generally reported in the literature.

[0011] According to a further specific embodiment of the invention, arginine is added as an amino acid. Arginine is particularly abundant in muscle tissue, but also in ovalbumin, hemoglobin, fibrin, casein, and collagen. Arginine is not an essential amino acid, but it can be converted into other amino acids as needed through chemical equilibrium reactions. Arginine can therefore also be considered a storage form for other amino acids. Furthermore, arginine functions as a neurotransmitter, vasodilator, immunomodulator, and performs many other functions. For this reason, athletes frequently consume arginine as a quasi-anabolic substance, with intakes of up to five grams not uncommon. It has been advantageously found that the aforementioned amino acids tryptophan and arginine do not caramelize during baking, thus preventing inactivation.Therefore, there is no need to fear facultative metabolism into another amino acid for the two selected amino acids.

[0012] Depending on the different effects of the added amino acids, they can be combined in various ways. For example, cookies can be specifically designed for morning consumption and cookies for evening consumption. While arginine is added for morning consumption, tryptophan is recommended for evening consumption. Thus, the morning cookie provides arginine, which supports vitality, improves mood, and is stimulating, while the evening cookie contains tryptophan, which supports serotonin production, counteracts sleep disturbances, and provides a mildly calming and balancing effect.

[0013] It is possible to provide the biscuits according to the invention in packaging as a weekly dose, in which the respective morning and evening doses are provided in two rows of seven biscuits each.

[0014] According to the invention, the biscuits for the morning and evening offerings differ not only in the respective amino acid added. Rather, the distinction can be further enhanced by the respective carrier substance or formulation in the form of the biscuit dough. Thus, according to the invention, the biscuit for the morning offering can be baked with light spelt flour, while the biscuit for the evening offering is baked with dark buckwheat flour. This also results in a visual differentiation between the biscuits intended for the morning and those intended for the evening offering simply by virtue of the color of the baked goods. According to dependent claims 4 to 7, various variations of mixtures of ingredients, spices, and / or flavorings are specified as advantageous embodiments. Here, some more savory and some sweeter variations are compared.

[0015] According to subclaims 9 and 10, the dosage of the added amino acids is advantageously specified as being between 200mg and 800mg, preferably between 250mg and 500mg per cookie.

[0016] In a modified optional formulation, the respective amino acid can also be provided in the form of an amino acid gel with added honey in the form of a so-called energy bar.

[0017] The following are examples of recipes with which the baked goods according to the invention can be provided.

[0018] For the base or formulation, an old family recipe from Jutta von Auersperg's kitchen is used. A dough for the morning offering can consist essentially of wheat and spelt flour, sunflower oil, margarine, and eggs, with the addition of nutmeg, coriander, salt, rosemary, and stevia, and sometimes also caffeine, candied lemon peel, candied orange peel, sunflower seeds, hazelnuts, and vanillin. Arginine is also added to the dough, so that each cookie contains 500 mg.

[0019] The biscuits for the evening offering consist of dark buckwheat flour, sunflower oil, margarine, eggs, nutmeg, coriander, salt, rosemary, stevia, lemon balm, bitter orange, passionflower and hops, with tryptophan added in an amount of 500 mg per biscuit.

[0020] The shortcrust pastries are each left to rest for one hour, sprinkled with water, and then heated at approximately 180°C for twelve minutes. The following are specific examples with ingredients, spices, and / or flavorings for different cookie varieties.

[0021] For a sweet option in the morning, lemon peels, green tea powder, and barley grass powder can be added alongside instant coffee, coffee flavoring, caffeine and / or stevia (sugar-free sweetener).

[0022] Lemon peels are rich in flavonoids, which are considered beneficial to health. Flavonoids are powerful free radical scavengers. Lemon peels have antispasmodic properties and positive effects on cardiovascular health.

[0023] Green tea powder has an invigorating and relaxing effect and also positively impacts concentration and brain function. Therefore, green tea powder is particularly well-suited as a companion throughout the workday. The tea helps maintain brain function well into old age.

[0024] Barley grass helps lower cholesterol levels and may therefore reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. It is also said to stimulate cell regeneration in the intestines, thus contributing to normal digestion. Furthermore, the nutrients in barley grass are believed to help with acidity and bloating.

[0025] For a sweet biscuit variation served in the evening, suitable spices include speculaas spice, consisting of cinnamon, coriander, nutmeg, anise, allspice, cloves, cardamom, pepper, star anise and oranges, as well as cinnamon, lavender blossoms, pumpkin spice, consisting of cinnamon, anise, coriander, pepper, nutmeg, cane sugar, mace, allspice, ginger, cloves, cardamom, orange, as well as ground orange peel and ground hop blossoms or ground lemon balm leaves.

[0026] A savory version of biscuits intended as a morning gift could contain, for example, the following spices: a herb salt mixture consisting of salt, onion, anise, chives, celery, basil, rosemary, parsley, rapeseed oil, carrots, bell peppers, dill, parsnips and / or lovage, or Italian herbs consisting of basil, oregano and / or rosemary.

[0027] A savory version of these cookies for the evening can contain the following spices: basil, ground valerian root, thyme, caraway, rosemary, coriander, and / or hops. Basil has medicinal properties and can, for example, help relieve stress. Furthermore, basil is an herb that is also used to treat sleep disorders, especially those caused by stress.

[0028] The aforementioned spice mixtures can be used in the following recipes.

[0029] To make 60 sweet buckwheat cookies, you will need 300g buckwheat flour, 50g sugar, 1-2 pinches of stevia, 15g tryptophan or arginine, the appropriate spice mix, a pinch of salt, an egg or alternatively applesauce for vegan cookies, and 200g butter or an equivalent amount of margarine for vegan cookies.

[0030] For 60 sweet spelt cookies, you will need 300g wholemeal spelt flour, a pinch of salt, 60g sugar, 1-2 pinches of stevia, 15g tryptophan or arginine, the desired spice mix, as well as an egg or alternatively applesauce for vegan cookies, 160g butter or a corresponding amount of margarine for vegan cookies.

[0031] For 60 savory cookies you can use 200g margarine, 200g cheese (grated or cottage cheese, or tofu for a vegan version), 240g flour (spelt or buckwheat), 15g tryptophan or arginine, one egg (tofu for a vegan version), one packet of baking powder, one teaspoon of salt, the appropriate spice mix and one egg yolk.

[0032] Finally, to make 60 savory crackers, you can use 260g of wheat flour or spelt flour type 630, one teaspoon of salt, 70g of butter (or margarine for a vegan version), 120ml of milk (replaced with water for a vegan version), spices for the dough, and / or seasoned salt for sprinkling. 15g of tryptophan or arginine are also added.

[0033] The aforementioned doughs are prepared as follows: the oven is preheated to 200°C (top and bottom heat). A baking sheet is lined with parchment paper. Flour and salt are placed in a bowl.

[0034] The cold butter is added in very small pieces, along with the cold milk, and all the ingredients are quickly kneaded into a smooth dough.

[0035] On a lightly floured work surface, the dough is rolled out thinly and approximately 60 cookies are cut using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife.

[0036] The cookies are placed on the baking sheet and brushed with a little water; in the case of savory crackers, they are sprinkled with herb, spiced salt, or sea salt. Depending on their thickness, they are then baked for approximately eight minutes.

[0037] The aforementioned recipes are merely preferred examples that can be modified accordingly within the scope of the invention.

Claims

Claims 1. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, made from a basic dough and optionally other ingredients, spices and / or flavorings, characterized in that amino acids are added to the basic dough.

2. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to claim 1, characterized in that tryptophan is added as the amino acid.

3. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to claim 1, characterized in that arginine is added as the amino acid.

4. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the basic dough consists essentially of the following ingredients: wheat flour or spelt flour or wholemeal spelt flour or buckwheat flour; butter or margarine and / or sunflower oil; eggs or egg substitute or applesauce and / or tofu; salt and leavening agents, in particular E 500 and / or E450; sugar, for example as cane sugar, and / or sugar substitute, for example stevia; milk and / or water, for example mineral water.

5. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that one or more of the following substances are added as ingredients, spices and / or flavorings: vanilla, lemon peel, orange peel, caffeine, coffee concentrate, barley grass, green tea, cinnamon, coriander, nutmeg, anise, allspice, cloves, cardamom, pepper, star anise, oranges.

6. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that one or more of the following substances are added as ingredients, spices and / or flavorings: cinnamon, anise, coriander, pepper, nutmeg, cane sugar, mace, allspice, ginger, cloves, cardamom, orange, orange peel, hop flowers, lemon balm leaves.

7. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that one or more of the following substances are added as ingredients, spices and / or flavorings: onion, anise, chives, celery, basil, rosemary, parsley, rapeseed oil, carrots, paprika, dill, parsnips, lovage, oregano, valerian root, thyme, caraway, rosemary, coriander.

8. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that lavender flowers are added as ingredients, spices and / or flavorings.

9. Baked goods, in particular biscuits, according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each biscuit contains between 200 mg and 800 mg, preferably between 250 mg and 500 mg, tryptophan.

10. A pastry, in particular a biscuit, according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that each biscuit contains between 250 mg and 800 mg, preferably between 250 mg and 500 mg, of arginine.