Molding
After mixing dough is divided into pieces of certain
weight and is molded to obtain a desirable shape.
Dividing and molding modify the structure of gas cells
as they induce coalesce of small cells into larger ones
and contribute as well to the final development of the
gluten network (Autio & Laurikainen, 1997). In regard
to frozen bakery products, dough shape is influential on
their stability and final quality. Round pieces are considered
less satisfactory than slabs and cylinders (Havet,
Mankai, & Le Bail, 2000). Furthermore, excessive
molding can cause heat generation and enhance fermentation
prior to freezing