A positive relation was found between the incorporation of
additives and changes in the micro- and macrostructure
properties of the samples. The differences observed among
the samples, with and without additives, are explained in
terms of the acyl–acyl interactions. The fatty acid residues of
the emulsifier and the FHCO triacylglycerols acted in
molecular synergy, modifying the nucleation stage during
the crystallization process. The additives, furthermore, were
able to improve the thermo-mechanical properties of the
samples by formation of oleogels, increasing the amount of
unsaturated fatty acids of the fat-based product, and
incorporating health benefits to foods