Butterscotch Chips
What is Butterscotch Chips?
Butterscotch chips are a type of confectionery chip flavored to resemble butterscotch candy. They are typically made with sugar, corn syrup, palm kernel oil, milk, butter, salt, and artificial flavors. The mixture is heated and then formed into small chip shapes.
Is Butterscotch Chips vegan?
No. Butterscotch Chips is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Butterscotch Chips gluten-free?
They are not typically a source of gluten, soy, or sesame.
Is Butterscotch Chips a major allergen?
Butterscotch chips contain milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens.
What is Butterscotch Chips used for?
Manufacturers add butterscotch chips to provide a sweet, buttery flavor and a distinct texture to baked goods and snacks.
Is Butterscotch Chips safe?
Butterscotch chips are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add butterscotch chips to provide a sweet, buttery flavor and a distinct texture to baked goods and snacks. They are commonly found in cookies, cakes, muffins, and as a topping for popcorn and ice cream. Their shape allows them to be easily incorporated into batters and doughs.
Health notes
Butterscotch chips are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are primarily composed of sugar and fat, and like other sweets, excessive consumption can contribute to increased calorie intake. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many of the individual components used in their production.
Allergen info
Butterscotch chips contain milk, which is one of the FDA's nine major allergens. They are not typically a source of gluten, soy, or sesame.
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