Ingredient

Gelatinized Yellow Corn Flour

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use gelatinized yellow corn flour as a thickener and stabilizer in baked goods. …

What it is

Gelatinized yellow corn flour is made from corn that has been heated and treated with water. This process changes the starch structure, making it easier to use in food production. It is a type of modified corn starch.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use gelatinized yellow corn flour as a thickener and stabilizer in baked goods. It helps improve texture and moisture retention. It is commonly found in cake mixes, muffin mixes, and pancake mixes.

Health notes

Gelatinized yellow corn flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended in food. It is a source of carbohydrates. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar modified starches, and they are considered safe for consumption at typical levels. There are no widespread health controversies associated with its use.

Allergen info

Gelatinized yellow corn flour is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Gelatinized Yellow Corn Flour

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Kingston Marketing Co Muffin Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in added sugars — 64% DV per serving 405kcal 6.0Protein 8.3Fat 76.2Carbs Blueberry Pancake Mix, Blueberry Little Crow Milling Co. Blueberry Pancake Mix, Blueberry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 367kcal 6.7Protein 5Fat 73.3Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Imitation Blueberry Muffin Mix, Blueberry Bread & Muffin Mixes High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 410kcal 5.1Protein 9.0Fat 75.6Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Strawberry Muffin Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 381kcal 4.8Protein 8.3Fat 71.4Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Wild Berry Berry Bits Muffin Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 395kcal 5.3Protein 7.9Fat 73.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Blueberry Muffin Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in added sugars — 64% DV per serving 405kcal 6.0Protein 8.3Fat 76.2Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 405kcal 4.8Protein 8.3Fat 73.8Carbs Imitation Strawberry Muffin Mix, Strawberry Topco Associates, Inc. Imitation Strawberry Muffin Mix, Strawberry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 410kcal 0.0Protein 9.0Fat 75.6Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Muffin Mix, Apple, Cinnamon, Apple, Cinnamon Bread & Muffin Mixes 395kcal 5.3Protein 7.9Fat 73.7Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Muffin Mix, Blueberry, Blueberry Bread & Muffin Mixes 405kcal 4.8Protein 8.3Fat 73.8Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Muffin Mix, Strawberry, Strawberry Bread & Muffin Mixes 385kcal 5.1Protein 7.7Fat 71.8Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. Pancake Mix, Blueberry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 354kcal 7.7Protein 3.9Fat 70.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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