Chocolate Chip Cookie Enriched Wheat Flour
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What it is
Enriched wheat flour is refined wheat flour that has had certain B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid) and iron added back after processing. The milling process removes the bran and germ, which contain most of the natural nutrients. Enrichment helps restore some of these nutrients lost during milling.
Why it's used
Enriched wheat flour is a staple ingredient in many baked goods, including cookies, cakes, bread, and pasta. It provides structure and texture to these products. Manufacturers use it because it's widely available, cost-effective, and contributes to the desirable characteristics of finished baked items.
Health notes
Enriched wheat flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in foods. The added nutrients can help prevent deficiencies in the population, particularly folic acid, which is important for preventing neural tube defects. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated flour enrichment standards. While enriched flour is a common food staple, whole grain flours are often recommended for their higher fiber and nutrient content.
Allergen info
Wheat is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. Enriched wheat flour contains gluten, a protein found in wheat that can cause adverse reactions in individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
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Buffalogills Inc
Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches, Chocolate Chip Cookie
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
278kcal
3.7Protein
11.1Fat
40.7Carbs
Coolhaus
Chocolate Chip Tahitian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Sandwich, Tahitian Vanilla Bean
High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 80% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
310kcal
4.4Protein
13.9Fat
41.8Carbs