GLUTEN-FREE FLOUR
QUALITY, INCLUSION & TECH PRECISION Agugiaro & Figna Molini’s Le 5 Stagioni taps perfectly into continued demand for gluten-free excellence. Here are their latest insights. THE RIGHT CHOICE In recent years, the consumption of gluten-free products in the UK has evolved far beyond a niche for people with coeliac disease. It now appeals to many consumers looking for lightness, better digestion or dietary variety. According to market studies, the UK gluten-free food market was valued around $235 million (£176m) in 2025, with forecasts pointing to robust growth (CAGR +8.8 %) through 2030. Within foodservice, the demand for reliable gluten-free options is growing. Coeliac UK reports that about 8% of 16- to 64-year-olds identify as following a gluten-free diet, which translates into roughly 2.9 million people. Many restaurants, pizzerias and cafés now aim to hold the Coeliac UK Gluten Free Accreditation to certify safe practices. In this evolving landscape, Agugiaro & Figna, via its Le 5 Stagioni line, presents two dedicated gluten-free formulations tailored for professional pizza and bakery use:
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GLUTEN-FREE MIX A ready-to-use, naturally gluten-free and dairyfree blend, engineered for both pizza and bread doughs. Its balanced formulation promotes stability of structure, crispness at the base and reliable oven spring. It handles with ease, even in high throughput settings, delivering consistency batch after batch. BIANCOPERLA WHITE CORN FLOUR (Spolverina) A gluten-free white corn flour perfect for flouring the bench (dusting) in lieu of semolina. Its fine grain allows efficient absorption of surface moisture on dough, helping with sliding and enhancing crust crispness. Beyond dusting, it is suitable for baked snacks, corn-based breads,
pasta and dry products, providing versatility in gluten-free lines. Choosing to invest in gluten-free is part of Agugiaro & Figna’s larger vision of milling innovation, dietary inclusivity and sustainability. All productions occur in controlled facilities, with full traceability of ingredients and careful attention to environmental impact – aligned with ESG principles at the core of the company’s industrial evolution.
www.pizzapastamagazine.co.uk 08/10/2025 13:43
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