Ingredient

Caramel Variegate Corn Syrup

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Role in food
Manufacturers add caramel variegate corn syrup to provide sweetness, color, and a caramel flavor. …

What it is

Caramel variegate corn syrup is a sweetener made from corn starch. It is a mixture of corn syrup and caramel coloring, often with added flavorings and stabilizers. The caramel color is typically produced by heating carbohydrates, sometimes with acids, alkalis, or salts.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add caramel variegate corn syrup to provide sweetness, color, and a caramel flavor. It is commonly used in ice cream, frozen yogurt, and other frozen desserts to create swirls and variegates. It can also be found in baked goods and confectionery.

Health notes

Caramel variegate corn syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The sugars it contains contribute calories and can impact blood sugar levels. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various types of caramel colors and corn syrups, setting guidelines for their use. Evidence on the health effects of added sugars is extensive, with major health organizations recommending limiting intake.

Allergen info

Caramel variegate corn syrup is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Caramel Variegate Corn Syrup

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Premium Ice Cream, Caramel Toffee Crunch Dean Foods Company Premium Ice Cream, Caramel Toffee Crunch Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 246kcal 3.1Protein 10.8Fat 33.9Carbs The Haagen-Dazs Company, Inc. Gelato Bars, Vanilla Caramel Pizzelle Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 333kcal 4.8Protein 20.2Fat 33.3Carbs The Kroger Co. Caramel Hazelnut Fudge Truffle Caramel, Hazelnut And Fudge Truffles Folded Into Chocolate Ganache Ice Cream, Caramel Hazelnut Fudge Truffle Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 264kcal 3.5Protein 12.6Fat 34.5Carbs The Haagen-Dazs Company, Inc. Coconut Dark Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream Bars, Coconut Dark Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving 357kcal 3.6Protein 22.6Fat 33.3Carbs Jack & Jill Ice Cream Company Cold Brew Caramel Latte Ice Cream, Cold Brew Caramel Latte Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 216kcal 3.4Protein 10.2Fat 28.4Carbs The Kroger Co. Churro Flavored Ice Cream, Churro Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 274kcal 3.5Protein 13.3Fat 35.4Carbs Caramel Cone Ice Cream Bar, Caramel The Haagen-Dazs Company, Inc. Caramel Cone Ice Cream Bar, Caramel Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 338kcal 3.9Protein 22.1Fat 31.2Carbs The Haagen-Dazs Company, Inc. Caramel Cone Ice Cream Bars, Caramel Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 338kcal 3.9Protein 22.1Fat 31.2Carbs The Haagen-Dazs Company, Inc. White Chocolate & Caramel Sauce Vanilla & Caramel Ice Cream, White Chocolate & Caramel Sauce; Vanilla & Caramel Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 279kcal 3.9Protein 18.3Fat 25Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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