Food & Beverage Concepts at IMCD Germany
Discover all of our different concepts to redesign the texture & mouthfeel, taste, and function of food & beverages to meet the growing consumer desires for sustainable and healthy nutrition.
IMCD Food and Beverage Concepts
- 1IMCD Seasonal Shakes: vitamin enriched protein shake powder
- 2Vegan Truffle Mayonnaise: rich in taste, light in fat
- 3Tomato-Basil Mousse – a texture that elevates any dish
- 4Vegan High Protein Soups – Taste meets power
- 5Mini box cake concept with raspberry flavour (instant)
- 6Plant-Based Protein Bars – Nutritious as it is Delicious
Rich, smooth and airy: a mousse that redefines indulgence
Consumers are looking for culinary experiences that combine premium taste, convenience, and health-conscious choices [¹´ ²´ ³]. The demand for instant gourmet solutions is growing rapidly, especially in the foodservice and ready-meal sectors. The latest nutrition trends make it clear that time-saving concepts without compromising on flavour are among today's consumers' top priorities.
Our instant savoury mousse concept is the perfect blend of tomato, basil, and mozzarella flavours, transformed into a light, airy texture that elevates any dish. Our palm oil-free whipping agent and our carrageen ensure optimal stability. Being both indulgent and versatile, our mousse is ideal as a dip, a topping, or a decorative garnish.
Palm oil-free. Easy to prepare. Premium taste.
Our formulation allows food manufacturers to create convenient, high-quality products that meet the megatrends of health, sustainability, and indulgence – all in one concept.
IMCD Tomato-Basil Mousse – product requirements and raw material challenges
Our new savoury mousse brings an innovative twist to traditional Italian flavours, while being irresistibly creamy. Our unique formulation uses a palm oil-free whipping agent and carrageen for optimal stability, ensuring a light, airy texture over time.
Versatile in its applications, our tomato mousse can be used as a dipping, a topping for crackers and bread, a spread or as a decorative garnish to elevate any dish. Perfect for a variety of culinary creations, in their most convenient form!
Product requirements – IMCD Tomato-Basil Mousse
No compromises when it comes to indulgence and convenience! Our Tomato-Basil Mousse concept is designed to meet the growing demand for premium taste, cleaner labels, and time-saving solutions in the food industry. Manufacturers are seeking need products that combine indulgent flavours and texture, while ensuring quality and convenience.
Mousse Stability: Technical challenges
Creating an instant savoury mousse that is both stable and indulgent comes with its own set of challenges. Achieving the optimal aerated texture while maintaining long-term stability requires precise formulation. The absence of palm oil adds complexity to the whipping process, and balancing the flavour profile of tomato, basil, and mozzarella without compromising mouthfeel is key. Additionally, ensuring that the mousse remains light and airy over time – even in ready-to-use formats – demands innovative ingredient solutions and technical expertise.
Thanks to our broad ingredient portfolio and technical expertise, we enabled the mousse to remain light and airy over time.
Concept highlights of the IMCD Tomato-Basil Mousse formulation
Our Mousse redefines indulgence through smart formulation and trend-driven innovation.
- Palm oil-free whipping agent for a for optimal aeration and stability.
- Carrageen for optimal stability over time.
- Premium Italian flavour blend: tomato, basil, and Cream Cheese for an authentic taste experience.
- Mozzarella Cheese Powder: for a mild umami and creamy dairy note that rounds off tomato and basil.
- Versatile applications: perfect as dip, topping, spread or garnish.
- Convenience meets quality: instant preparation possible for consumer-ready formats.
This concept empowers food manufacturers to create high-quality, trend-aligned products that deliver indulgence and functionality in one solution.
Functional benefits:
- Indulgent, smooth and velvety texture
- Light and airy consistency
- Optimal stability
- Umami Boost with cheese powder
Raw material functionalities
- Whipping powder: Palm-free topping powder to provide aerated texture
- Tomato Powder: Spray dried tomato powder to deliver taste and colour
- Cheese powder: Spray dried mozzarella cheese, to deliver a creamy mouthfeel and provide a balanced umami taste
- Natural flavours: Tomato and basil, as well as cream cheese flavours, to deliver a premium taste profile
- Red bell pepper flakes: To give the tomato mousse a handmade look and add a visually appealing touch
- Carrageenan: To provide light stabilization and improve the texture of the tomato mousse
Why manufacturers are turning to palm oil-free solutions
Palm oil is a widely used raw material in the food industry, but its production is often associated with environmental and social challenges such as deforestation and complex supply chains. As a result, many manufacturers are responding to growing demand for alternative solutions to label products more transparently and meet regulatory requirements across certain markets.
What does this mean for manufacturers?
- Transparency: Palm oil-free is a clear labelling argument for conscious consumers.
- Regulatory advantages: Some countries and retail chains are imposing stricter requirements on the use of palm oil.
- Formulation aspect: Replacing palm oil requires functional substitutes that ensure stability and texture.
References:
- https://www.mintel.com/press-centre/future-of-flavour-innovation-2025/
- https://nielseniq.com/global/en/insights/analysis/2024/wellness-trends-influencing-consumers-in-2024/
- https://www.innovamarketinsights.com/trends/consumer-trends-global-convenience-eating/
Our IMCD Food & Nutrition Expert
Katja Wilmes
Application Technologist
After earning a degree in Food Technology from Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences and gaining over 17 years of experience in the food industry, Katja joined our laboratory as an application technologist in 2016. Driven by the dynamic nature of market trends, she enjoys incorporating these developments into our IMCD concepts while providing inspiration and technical support to our customers.
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Food & Beverage Concepts at IMCD Germany
Discover all of our different concepts to redesign the texture & mouthfeel, taste, and function of food & beverages to meet the growing consumer desires for sustainable and healthy nutrition.
IMCD Food and Beverage Concepts
- 1IMCD Seasonal Shakes: vitamin enriched protein shake powder
- 2Vegan Truffle Mayonnaise: rich in taste, light in fat
- 3Tomato-Basil Mousse – a texture that elevates any dish
- 4Vegan High Protein Soups – Taste meets power
- 5Mini box cake concept with raspberry flavour (instant)
- 6Plant-Based Protein Bars – Nutritious as it is Delicious