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Ascorbic Acid As Dough Conditioner

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ascorbic acid is used as a dough conditioner in baked goods. It helps to …

What it is

Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C. It is found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Industrially, it is often produced through a process involving the fermentation of glucose, typically derived from corn or wheat.

Why it's used

Ascorbic acid is used as a dough conditioner in baked goods. It helps to strengthen the gluten structure in dough, leading to a better texture and volume in the final product. It is commonly found in breads, buns, and frozen dough products.

Health notes

Ascorbic acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is an essential nutrient, vitamin C, and plays a role in various bodily functions. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated ascorbic acid. At typical intake levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Ascorbic Acid As Dough Conditioner

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STONEFIRE Artisan Thin Crust Pizza Authentic Flatbreads Frozen Bread & Dough 300kcal 8Protein 7Fat 48Carbs STONEFIRE Naan Whole Grain Authentic Flatbreads Breads & Buns 302kcal 7.9Protein 7.9Fat 46.0Carbs STONEFIRE Mini Naan Breads & Buns 289kcal 8.9Protein 7.8Fat 48.9Carbs STONEFIRE Artisan Pizza Crust Breads & Buns 300kcal 8Protein 7Fat 48Carbs STONEFIRE Mini Naan Breads & Buns 289kcal 8.9Protein 7.8Fat 48.9Carbs TWO-BITE Pumpkin Tarts Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 353kcal 4.7Protein 18.8Fat 43.5Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Naan, Garlic Breads & Buns 302kcal 9.5Protein 7.9Fat 46.0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Naan, Indian Style Tandoori Flat Bread Breads & Buns 286kcal 7.9Protein 7.9Fat 46.0Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Chicken Caesar Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 54% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 151kcal 8.7Protein 9.4Fat 8.1Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Ham & Cheese Mini Croissants Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 333kcal 6.5Protein 22.6Fat 24.7Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Snack Mix Other Snacks 455kcal 9.1Protein 13.6Fat 72.7Carbs Relish Labs LLC Pulled Pork Gyros With Dill Crema And Feta Meal Kits, Pulled Pork Gyros With Dill Crema And Feta Other Deli High in sodium — 71% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 44% DV per serving 205kcal 10.7Protein 10.7Fat 17.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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