Ingredient

Fresh Egg Yolk

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Egg yolks are used as emulsifiers, which help mix ingredients that normally don't blend …

What it is

The yolk is the yellow, nutrient-rich part of an egg. It contains fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Yolks are separated from egg whites for use in cooking and food manufacturing.

Why it's used

Egg yolks are used as emulsifiers, which help mix ingredients that normally don't blend well, like oil and water. They also add richness, color, and flavor to foods. You'll find them in baked goods like cakes and cookies, as well as sauces, custards, and pasta.

Health notes

Fresh egg yolk is a natural food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of nutrients like choline and vitamin D. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated egg yolk. Evidence on the health effects of dietary cholesterol from egg yolks is mixed, with some studies suggesting a limited impact on blood cholesterol for most people, while others indicate a potential for increased risk in certain individuals.

Allergen info

Egg is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. People with an egg allergy should avoid products containing fresh egg yolk.

Products containing Fresh Egg Yolk

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SCAR PIER Classico Panettone Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 42% DV per serving 369kcal 7.4Protein 13.9Fat 52Carbs Colomba Easter Cake Without Candied Orange Pandorata, Orange FIASCONARO Colomba Easter Cake Without Candied Orange Pandorata, Orange Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 446kcal 3.6Protein 22.9Fat 56.6Carbs Aaron Chang Photo Active Wear, Inc. Melegatti, Baby Panettone Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 370kcal 8Protein 15Fat 51Carbs Baby Panettone Melegatti SpA Baby Panettone Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 370kcal 8Protein 15Fat 51Carbs Panettone Cake With Chocolate Panettoni G. Cova & C. Srl Panettone Cake With Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 45% DV per serving 410kcal 8Protein 20Fat 48Carbs Chocolat Panettone, Chocolat Dolciaria A. Loison Srl. Chocolat Panettone, Chocolat Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 400kcal 7.5Protein 17.5Fat 53.8Carbs Limone Cookies, Limone Dolciaria A. Loison Srl. Limone Cookies, Limone Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 514kcal 8.6Protein 22.9Fat 65.7Carbs Dolciaria A. Loison Srl. Pera Biscuits, Pera Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 486kcal 8.6Protein 20Fat 68.6Carbs Dolciaria A. Loison Srl. Sbrisola Nocciola Ciocco Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 582kcal 9.1Protein 36.4Fat 54.5Carbs Traditional Italian Sweet Bread With Raisins And Candied Fruits, Traditional Italian Sweet Flora's Distributors, Inc. Traditional Italian Sweet Bread With Raisins And Candied Fruits, Traditional Italian Sweet Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 413kcal 6.7Protein 16.7Fat 58.9Carbs Colomba Classica Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 398kcal 6.0Protein 16.9Fat 54.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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