Blackberry Swirl

Blackberry swirl is a flavoring and coloring ingredient made from blackberries. It is typically prepared by cooking down blackberries with sugar and sometimes other ingredients like corn syrup or pectin to achieve a desired consistency and sweetness.

Manufacturers add blackberry swirl to provide a fruity flavor and a deep purple or reddish color to foods. It is commonly found in ice cream, yogurt, baked goods, and desserts where a distinct berry taste and appearance are desired.

Blackberry swirl is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring or coloring agent. It is primarily composed of natural fruit components and sugar. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for 'blackberry swirl' as a distinct additive are not typically listed. At typical consumption levels, it contributes natural sugars and fruit compounds.