Ingredient

Dry Egg Yolks

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add dry egg yolks to foods for their emulsifying, binding, and enriching properties, …

What it is

Dry egg yolks are the fat and cholesterol-rich part of an egg that has been dehydrated. They are made by separating the yolk from the egg white and then removing the water through drying processes like spray drying. This results in a shelf-stable powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add dry egg yolks to foods for their emulsifying, binding, and enriching properties, contributing to texture and flavor. They are often found in baked goods like croissants, muffins, and pastries, as well as in some sandwich fillings and breads.

Health notes

Dry egg yolks are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are a source of nutrients like choline and vitamin D. The WHO/FAO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated egg products, and EFSA has also assessed egg components. While eggs are a source of dietary cholesterol, current dietary guidelines suggest cholesterol from food has less impact on blood cholesterol than previously thought for most people.

Allergen info

Egg is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Dry egg yolks are derived from eggs and are therefore an allergen.

Products containing Dry Egg Yolks

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Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Bacon Egg And Cheddar Biscuit, 12.2 OZ Sandwiches/Filled Rolls/Wraps High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 261kcal 11.3Protein 13.9Fat 22.6Carbs General Handle Company My Mother's Delicious, Old World Rugala, Raspberry, Raspberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 361kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 28.6Carbs General Handle Company My Mother Delicious, Old World Rugala, Apricot, Apricot Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 400kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 42.9Carbs General Handle Company My Mother's Delicacies, Old World Rugala, Cinnamon Nut, Cinnamon Nut Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 468kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 35.7Carbs T.G. Foods, Inc. Mini Pastries Kolacky Raspberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 457kcal 9.5Protein 33.3Fat 38.1Carbs West Coast Grocery Company Jewel Bake Shop, Kolacky, Raspberry, Raspberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 423kcal 3.9Protein 30.8Fat 38.5Carbs T.G. Foods, Inc. The Bakery Baron, Mini Pastries Kolacky, Raspberry, Apricot, Raspberry, Apricot Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 457kcal 9.5Protein 33.3Fat 38.1Carbs Portland Specialty Baking LLC Cookies'N Cream Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 24Fat 53.3Carbs Krause Gentle Corporation French Toast With Sausage & Egg Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 70% DV per serving 274kcal 9.3Protein 18.1Fat 18.1Carbs West Coast Grocery Company Cheese Kolacky, Cheese Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 500kcal 7.7Protein 38.5Fat 34.6Carbs West Coast Grocery Company Apricot Kolacky, Apricot Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 423kcal 38.5Protein 30.8Fat 38.5Carbs Marie Callender's Retail Foods Flaky Croissant Sandwiches With Sausage, Egg & Pepper Jack, Sausage, Egg & Pepper Jack Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 45% DV per serving 298kcal 10.5Protein 20.2Fat 18.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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