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Ascorbic Acid As A Dough Conditioner

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Ascorbic acid is added to baked goods as a dough conditioner. It helps strengthen …

What it is

Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C, an essential nutrient for human health. It is naturally found in many fruits and vegetables. Industrially, it is often produced through a chemical synthesis process that starts with glucose, typically derived from corn or wheat.

Why it's used

Ascorbic acid is added to baked goods as a dough conditioner. It helps strengthen gluten, making the dough more elastic and improving its texture and volume. It is commonly found in products like bread, croissants, muffins, and cakes.

Health notes

In the US, ascorbic acid is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. It is an essential nutrient, and consuming it at typical dietary levels is considered safe. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated ascorbic acid and found it to be safe. There are no significant controversies regarding its use in food.

Allergen info

Ascorbic acid is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Harris-Teeter Inc. Harris Teeter, Garlic Bread Frozen Bread & Dough 298kcal 8.8Protein 10.5Fat 43.9Carbs STONEMILL KITCHENS Pesto Artichoke Baked Brie With Sundried Tomato Cheese High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 318kcal 14.1Protein 20Fat 20Carbs MASON ST. BAKEHOUSE Oatmeal Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 375kcal 6.2Protein 14.1Fat 62.5Carbs MASON ST. BAKEHOUSE Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Bars Cookies & Biscuits 375kcal 6.2Protein 12.5Fat 62.5Carbs NOT A BRANDED ITEM Apple Crumble Mini Tarts Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving 344kcal 3.0Protein 15.3Fat 48.9Carbs TWO-BITE Cinnamon Rolls Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 368kcal 5.3Protein 15.8Fat 50.9Carbs

TWO-BITE Pumpkin Tarts Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 370kcal 4.4Protein 19.3Fat 45.2Carbs ORIGINAL TWO-BITE Vanilla Bean Scones Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 403kcal 4.8Protein 17.7Fat 53.2Carbs CHOCOLATE HOUSE Cookie Kit Cookies & Biscuits 367kcal 3.3Protein 10Fat 70Carbs SWEET P'S BAKE SHOP Orange Cranberry Scones, Orange Cranberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 4.9Protein 16.4Fat 52.5Carbs TWO-BITE Original Cinnamon Rolls, Original Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 368kcal 5.3Protein 15.8Fat 50.9Carbs TWO-BITE Blueberry Original Scones, Blueberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 377kcal 4.9Protein 16.4Fat 52.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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