Celiac patients generally have a low intake of protein and fibre attributed to their gluten-free (GF) diet. To
satisfy the increasing demand for healthier products, this research focused on the effects of the supplementation
of Psyllium (P) and sugar beet fibre (SB) on the mixing and leavening behaviour of gluten-free
doughs. Four doughs, having different consistencies that made them suitable to be poured into moulds
or to be shaped, and their corresponding breads were evaluated. The results obtained suggested that a
lower consistency is preferred to assure good dough performances during leavening, in particular when
ingredients having a high water affinity are included into the recipe. Both P and SB improved the workability
of the doughs, but P played a central role on GF bread development, thanks to its film forming
ability, and evidenced a more effective antistaling effect, thanks to its high water binding capacity