Ingredient

Caramel Flavor

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Role in food
Caramel flavor is added to foods to provide a sweet, rich, and often slightly …

What it is

Caramel flavor is a flavoring agent that mimics the taste and aroma of cooked sugar, often with notes of butter and vanilla. It can be made from natural sources like burnt sugar or synthesized with various chemical compounds. Manufacturers use heat to transform sugars, often with added ingredients, to create these complex flavor profiles.

Why it's used

Caramel flavor is added to foods to provide a sweet, rich, and often slightly bitter taste associated with caramel. It is commonly found in baked goods, dairy products, confectionery, and beverages. It enhances the overall flavor profile and consumer appeal of a wide range of products.

Health notes

Caramel flavorings are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various caramel colorings and flavorings. Some specific caramel colorings (Class III and IV) have raised concerns in the past due to the formation of 4-MEI during their production, but levels in foods are generally considered safe by regulatory agencies.

Allergen info

Caramel flavor itself is not typically derived from major allergens. However, it may be produced in facilities that also process allergens, or contain trace amounts of allergens depending on the specific formulation and manufacturing process.

Products containing Caramel Flavor

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ROUNDY'S Roundy's, Select, Milk Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels Chocolate High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 425kcal 2.5Protein 17.5Fat 62.5Carbs FRESH & EASY Cupcake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 359kcal 1.6Protein 17.2Fat 53.1Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Beef Pot Roast Complete Meal, 11 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals 71kcal 4.8Protein 1.4Fat 9.3Carbs Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Grilled Chicken Barbeque Complete Meal, 10.5 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 104kcal 5.0Protein 1.7Fat 16.8Carbs HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken Parmigiana Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 101kcal 5.2Protein 3.0Fat 13.1Carbs Creme Caramel NOT A BRANDED ITEM Creme Caramel Puddings & Custards 140kcal 4Protein 4Fat 22Carbs ACH FOOD COMPANIES Karo, Corn Syrup, Dark, 620Lb Sugars/Sugar Substitute Products 289kcal 0.0Protein 0.1Fat 72.3Carbs ACH FOOD COMPANIES Karo, Corn Syrup, Dark, 1Gal Sugars/Sugar Substitute Products 289kcal 0.0Protein 0.1Fat 72.3Carbs Pack & Store Industries, Inc. Chicken Macho, Gallo Macho Other Snacks 483kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 73.3Carbs ROYAL-TL Inc. Creme Cakes, Cinnamon Swirl Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 375kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 44.6Carbs International Trademarks Inc. Cane Sugar Root Beer Soda 51kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.0Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Chocolate Caramel Cookie Thins Cookies & Biscuits 429kcal 3.6Protein 21.4Fat 64.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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