Ingredient

Coating

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Role in food
Coatings are used to add flavor, sweetness, and a pleasing texture to foods. They …

What it is

A coating is a layer applied to the surface of a food product. It can be made from a variety of ingredients, including chocolate, candy, yogurt, or fruit-based materials. Coatings are often applied to improve taste, texture, or appearance, and to protect the food inside.

Why it's used

Coatings are used to add flavor, sweetness, and a pleasing texture to foods. They can also help to preserve the food by creating a barrier against moisture and air. Common foods with coatings include ice cream, candy bars, baked goods, and snack items.

Health notes

Coatings vary widely in their nutritional content and health effects depending on their ingredients. For example, chocolate coatings can contain sugar and fat, while fruit-based coatings may offer some vitamins. The FDA regulates ingredients used in coatings, and many are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) or approved food additives. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common coating ingredients.

Allergen info

Coatings can sometimes contain major allergens like milk, soy, or wheat, depending on the specific ingredients used. Always check the product's ingredient list for allergen information. Gluten may also be present in some coatings.

Products containing Coating

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Kellogg Company US Kellogg Special K Protein Bars Chocolatey Dipped Mint 15.9Oz Cereal/Muesli Bars High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving —kcal 18.8Protein 13.3Fat 54.9Carbs Kellogg Company US Kellogg Special K Protein Bars Chocolatey Brownie 15.9Oz Cereal/Muesli Bars High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving —kcal 18.9Protein 12.9Fat 54.6Carbs Snack MARLENKA Snack Candy High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 470kcal 5Protein 27.5Fat 47.5Carbs Snack Bar MARLENKA Snack Bar Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 472kcal 5Protein 27.5Fat 50Carbs Snack Medovy MARLENKA Snack Medovy Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 465kcal 5Protein 27.5Fat 47.5Carbs NUGO Protein Bar Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 388kcal 31.2Protein 15Fat 45Carbs ARCHER FARMS Spicy Bloody Mary Trail Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 531kcal 15.6Protein 31.2Fat 46.9Carbs Original Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream With Milk Chocolate Flavored Coating And Crisped Rice, Original, Vanilla, Milk Chocolate SUNDAE SHOPPE Original Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream With Milk Chocolate Flavored Coating And Crisped Rice, Original, Vanilla, Milk Chocolate Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 304kcal 3.3Protein 19.6Fat 29.4Carbs GRETHER'S PASTILLES Sugarfree Throat Lozenges With Redcurrant Juice, Redcurrant Candy 260kcal 20Protein 0Fat 80Carbs GRETHER'S Sugarfree Redcurrant Pastilles Herbal Supplements 260kcal 20Protein 0Fat 80Carbs THINKTHIN Protein Cakes, Birthday Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 405kcal 28.6Protein 11.9Fat 45.2Carbs Kellogg Company US Kellogg's Special K Protein Bars Chocolatey Dipped Mint 1.59oz Cereal/Muesli Bars High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 415kcal 18.8Protein 13.3Fat 54.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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