EP106: Engineering Gluten-Free Baked Goods

Gluten-free formulations come with their share of difficulties and troubleshooting. When developing gluten-free products, it’s vital to keep in mind that the lack of gluten causes structural problems in gas retention. Gluten-free baking ( requires knowledge of bakery science alongside a blend of the right ingredients for optimal texture and shelf life. In this episode of BAKED in Science, host Mark Floerke is joined by Dr. Dilek Uzunalioglu, R&D consultant and founder of Agora Food Solutions ( specializing in food and ingredient innovation, research, development, and commercialization. With 25+ years of experience across academia and industry, she has led global food R&D programs, managed technical teams, and driven innovation for multinational corporations and startups such as Ingredion and Motif FoodWorks. The Science of Gluten-Free Baking Some topics covered include: Ingredient functions in food systems Food science vs food engineering Opportunities to improve the nutrition of gluten-free goods Considerations for Celiac disease and gluten allergies Formulating to re-create the gluten structure Enzymes for improved texture and shelf life

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EP106: Engineering Gluten-Free Baked Goods is an episode from BAKED In Science by BAKED In Science.

This episode is 00:39:33 long.

This episode was published on Jan 15, 2026.

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