Including Coffee Powder

Coffee powder is made from roasted coffee beans that have been ground into a fine powder. It is used to impart the flavor and aroma of coffee into foods and beverages. Instant coffee, a common form of coffee powder, is made by brewing coffee and then dehydrating the resulting liquid.

Manufacturers add coffee powder to provide a coffee flavor and aroma. It is commonly found in dairy products like yogurt and ice cream, as well as in baked goods, chocolate, and beverages. It can also be used as a flavoring agent in sauces and marinades.

Coffee powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. The FDA has not set specific upper intake levels for coffee powder itself, but caffeine, a primary component, has established guidelines. JECFA has evaluated caffeine and established an acceptable daily intake. Excessive caffeine intake can lead to side effects like jitters, insomnia, and increased heart rate, but these are typically associated with high consumption of caffeinated beverages rather than moderate use in food products.