Nutraceutical enriched Indian traditional chikki

摘要: Chikki or peanut brittle, a traditional sweet snack was chosen as vehicle for enrichment with added natural nutraceuticals through herbs. The formulation and process preparation of chikki herbs like ashwagandha (Withania somenifera), tulasi (Ocimumsanctum L.) ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi S.) were standardized. polyphenol content ranged 0.29-0.46 g/100 g. Among the herbs, showed more potent antioxidant activity followed by tulasi, whereas product prepared it least activity. Total carotenoid contents between 1.5 4.3 mg/100 g. Storage studies that sensorily acceptable up to 90 days, while rancid notes observed in control at end 30 days. Thus addition containing polyphenols carotenoids had improved storage stability compared control.