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Role in food
Manufacturers use butter caramel flavor to impart a sweet, rich, and buttery taste to …
What it is
Butter caramel flavor is a compound that mimics the taste and aroma of cooked sugar and butter. It is typically created using a combination of natural and artificial ingredients, including sugars, butter components, and various flavor compounds.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use butter caramel flavor to impart a sweet, rich, and buttery taste to foods. It is commonly found in desserts like ice cream, cookies, and candies, as well as in beverages and baked goods.
Health notes
Butter caramel flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food additive. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar flavor compounds. While generally considered safe in typical amounts, excessive consumption of any flavored product should be avoided.
Allergen info
Butter caramel flavor itself is not typically derived from one of the nine major allergens. However, it may be manufactured in facilities that also process allergens, so cross-contamination is a possibility.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.