It was observed that EWF and PGS increased gas production in the
dough, by increasing the amount of available glucose and through a possible
cryoprotective effect on yeast cells. However, these raw materials
did not contribute to increase the gas retention capacity of the gluten
network and also diluted the amount of gluten forming proteins. Therefore,
EWF and PGS affected the balance of gas production x gas retention
found in the dough produced with CWF, leading to a reduction of bread
specific volume. The presence of a compact structure in breads with
lower specific volume, led to higher firmness of breads elaborated
with the blends.