Brown Sugar Flavor
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What it is
Brown sugar flavor is a concentrated blend of natural and/or artificial substances designed to mimic the taste and aroma of brown sugar. Brown sugar itself is typically white sugar with molasses added back, giving it a distinct caramel-like taste and moist texture. The flavor aims to replicate this profile without necessarily adding the physical sugar.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add brown sugar flavor to foods to impart or enhance the characteristic taste of brown sugar. This allows them to achieve the desired flavor profile without adding significant amounts of actual brown sugar, which can impact texture or sweetness levels. It is commonly found in products like ice cream, frozen yogurt, cereals, and processed meats.
Health notes
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates flavors, which are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) or approved food additives. The specific health implications of 'brown sugar flavor' depend on its individual components, which can vary. JECFA (the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) evaluates specific flavor chemicals, but not generic 'brown sugar flavor' blends. There are no known significant health concerns associated with typical intake of FDA-regulated flavorings.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. However, specific formulations of flavorings can sometimes contain or be derived from major allergens, so consumers with allergies should check product-specific ingredient lists.
Products containing Brown Sugar Flavor
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425kcal
10Protein
6.2Fat
77.5Carbs
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High in sodium — 48% DV per serving
143kcal
15.5Protein
9.5Fat
1.2Carbs
Nature's Path Foods Inc.
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400kcal
12.5Protein
6.2Fat
75Carbs
ROYAL-TL Inc.
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375kcal
3.6Protein
19.6Fat
44.6Carbs
Randolph Packing Company
16-1 Link - Brown Sugar Breakfast Sausage
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
262kcal
14.3Protein
17.9Fat
9.5Carbs
Ramar International Corp.
Brown Sugar Boba Premium Tropical Ice Cream, Brown Sugar
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving
236kcal
3.1Protein
13.4Fat
26.0Carbs
Ramar International Corp.
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High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
236kcal
3.9Protein
—Fat
24.4Carbs
Ramar International Corp.
Boba Premium Tropical Ice Cream, Boba
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving
236kcal
3.1Protein
13.4Fat
26.0Carbs
Ramar International Corp.
Mango Premium Tropical Ice Cream, Mango
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
213kcal
3.1Protein
11.8Fat
23.6Carbs
Sweet Action, LLC
Cookie Butter Fudge Swirl Ice Cream, Cookie Butter Fudge Swirl
High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
296kcal
3.2Protein
17.6Fat
28Carbs