Ingredient

Ladyfingers

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Ladyfingers are a popular ingredient in desserts, providing structure and a slightly sweet flavor. …

What it is

Ladyfingers are dry, sweet sponge cake biscuits shaped like fingers. They are typically made from flour, sugar, and eggs, often with a leavening agent. The batter is piped into finger shapes and baked until crisp.

Why it's used

Ladyfingers are a popular ingredient in desserts, providing structure and a slightly sweet flavor. They are commonly used in trifles, charlottes, and as a base for tiramisu, where they absorb liquids like coffee or liqueur. Their light, porous texture makes them ideal for soaking up flavors.

Health notes

Ladyfingers are a baked good and do not have a specific regulatory status as an additive. They are primarily composed of common food ingredients like flour, sugar, and eggs. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates these individual components. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many of the individual ingredients used in ladyfingers. As with any food high in sugar and refined carbohydrates, excessive consumption can contribute to health concerns.

Allergen info

Ladyfingers contain wheat and eggs, which are two of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. They also contain gluten from wheat. Not suitable for those with wheat, egg, or gluten allergies.

Products containing Ladyfingers

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Taste It Presents Inc. Limoncello Mascarpone Cup Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving 336kcal 5.3Protein 12.4Fat 53.1Carbs Dianne's Fine Desserts, Inc. Daystar Desserts, Tiramisu Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 264kcal 4.8Protein 13.6Fat 32Carbs Luimar, LLC Italian Homestyle Tiramisu, Italian Homestyle Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 263kcal 4.0Protein 14.5Fat 19.7Carbs Meijer, Inc. Tiramisu Bar Cake, Tiramisu Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 260kcal 4Protein 14Fat 36Carbs Target Stores Tiramisu Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 235kcal 3.5Protein 11.8Fat 29.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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