Ingredient

Cinnamon Coating: Dextrose

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add dextrose to foods primarily as a sweetener, but also as a bulking …

What it is

Dextrose is a simple sugar that comes from corn starch. It is chemically identical to glucose, the primary sugar found in the bloodstream. It is made by breaking down corn starch into smaller sugar molecules through a process called hydrolysis.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add dextrose to foods primarily as a sweetener, but also as a bulking agent and to improve texture. It is often found in baked goods like cakes, donuts, and cookies, as well as in confections, sports drinks, and as a coating on snacks.

Health notes

Dextrose is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As a simple sugar, it provides calories and is a source of energy for the body. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. JECFA has evaluated dextrose and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).

Allergen info

Dextrose is typically derived from corn, which is not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cinnamon Coating: Dextrose

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Maple Donuts Inc Assorted Cake Donut Holes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 406kcal 1.6Protein 20.3Fat 53.1Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company INACTIVE - Donuts, Cinnamon Cake, Individually Wrapped Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 435kcal 1.6Protein 27.4Fat 46.8Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company INACTIVE - Donuts, Assorted Cake, Pixie, Bulk-Glazed, Cinnamon, Powdered Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 378kcal 0Protein 16.2Fat 56.8Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Donuts, Assorted Cake, Bulk Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 403kcal 1.6Protein 21.0Fat 53.2Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Assorted Cake Donut Holes, Assorted Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 411kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 57.1Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Assorted Donuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 520kcal 2Protein 32Fat 54Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Assorted Cake Donuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 3.9Protein 28.9Fat 57.7Carbs Target Stores Assorted Cake Donuts, Plain, Chocolate, Powdered Sugar, Cinnamon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 3.9Protein 28.9Fat 57.7Carbs Target Stores Assorted Mini Donuts, Plain, Cinnamon, Powdered Sugar Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 404kcal 3.5Protein 19.3Fat 56.1Carbs Meijer, Inc. Assorted Mini Donuts, Assorted Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 404kcal 3.5Protein 19.3Fat 56.1Carbs Meijer, Inc. Assorted Cake Donuts, Assorted Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 2Protein 30Fat 56Carbs Meijer, Inc. Assorted Cake Donut Holes, Assorted Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 411kcal 3.6Protein 19.6Fat 57.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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