Ingredient

Artificial Truffle Flavor

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use artificial truffle flavor to impart a truffle taste to foods where real …

What it is

Artificial truffle flavor is a manufactured compound designed to mimic the rich, earthy taste of real truffles. It is typically created using a blend of synthetic chemicals, often including compounds like 2,4-dithiapentane and various sulfur-containing molecules, to replicate the complex aroma profile of truffles.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use artificial truffle flavor to impart a truffle taste to foods where real truffles are too expensive or unavailable. It is commonly found in pasta dishes, sauces, rice mixes, snacks, and cooking oils to enhance their savory and gourmet appeal.

Health notes

Artificial truffle flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have evaluated many flavoring substances, and typically find them safe at levels used in food. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming artificial truffle flavor at typical dietary levels.

Allergen info

Artificial truffle flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Artificial Truffle Flavor

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Toma Cheese With Truffle, Truffle PREFERRED SELECTION Toma Cheese With Truffle, Truffle Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 367kcal 23.3Protein 30Fat 3.3Carbs Sophia Foods Inc. Italian Pasta With Truffle And Cheese Sauce, Truffle Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 378kcal 13.5Protein 8.1Fat 60.8Carbs GS1 Mexico Black Truffle Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 367kcal 3.3Protein 36.7Fat 1.7Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Truffle Risotto Rice High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 360kcal 10.5Protein 5.8Fat 67.4Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Italian Sides Mac & Cheese, Truffle Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 378kcal 13.5Protein 8.1Fat 60.8Carbs Black Truffle Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Black Truffle American Roland Food LLC Black Truffle Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Black Truffle Vegetable & Cooking Oils 800kcal 0Protein 93.3Fat 0Carbs Truffle Flavored Mac & Cheese Sauce, Truffle Price Chopper Supermarkets Truffle Flavored Mac & Cheese Sauce, Truffle Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 380kcal 14.1Protein 7.6Fat 62.0Carbs Mushroom Truffle Risotto, Mushroom Mushroom Truffle Risotto, Mushroom Rice High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 328kcal 9.4Protein 1.6Fat 71.9Carbs White Truffle Oil White Truffle Oil Vegetable & Cooking Oils 800kcal 0Protein 93.3Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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