Ingredient

Milk Chocolate Flavored Confectionery Coating

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use this coating for its smooth texture, pleasant flavor, and ability to set …

What it is

Milk chocolate flavored confectionery coating is a sweet, meltable topping designed to mimic the taste and texture of real milk chocolate. It is typically made from sugar, vegetable oils, cocoa powder, and emulsifiers, and does not usually contain cocoa butter or milk solids like traditional chocolate.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use this coating for its smooth texture, pleasant flavor, and ability to set firmly, making it ideal for dipping or enrobing various food items. It is commonly found on candies, baked goods like cookies and bars, and frozen treats.

Health notes

This ingredient is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is primarily a source of sugar and fat. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar ingredients. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

This ingredient is not a major allergen. It does not contain milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. It is also gluten-free.

Products containing Milk Chocolate Flavored Confectionery Coating

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Cherrydale Farms, Inc. Kettle Cooked Caramel, Sea Salt Candy 371kcal 2.9Protein 12.9Fat 62.9Carbs The Kroger Co. Blondie Dough, Peanut Butter Cup Crusts & Dough High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 476kcal 7.1Protein 23.8Fat 57.1Carbs Fannie May Confections, Inc. Milk Chocolate With Sweet Vanilla Cream, Vanilla Buttercream Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 429kcal 2.4Protein 14.3Fat 73.8Carbs S Zitner Co. Zitner's, Peppermint Cream Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 469kcal 3.1Protein 21.9Fat 65.6Carbs The Moran Group Incorporated Break & Bake Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Cup Crusts & Dough High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 474kcal 7.9Protein 26.3Fat 55.3Carbs Fannie May Confections, Inc. Colonial Assortment Chocolate High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 441kcal 5.9Protein 23.5Fat 61.8Carbs Fannie May Confections, Inc. Colonial Assortment Candy High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 447kcal 4.3Protein 23.4Fat 61.7Carbs Creamy Milk Chocolatey Caramels Topped With Sea Salt, Sea Salt Cherrydale Farms, Inc. Creamy Milk Chocolatey Caramels Topped With Sea Salt, Sea Salt Chocolate High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 375kcal 3.1Protein 15.6Fat 62.5Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Milk Chocolate Malt Balls, Milk Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 500kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 70Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Deluxe Chocolate Bridge Mix, Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 533kcal 6.7Protein 30Fat 60Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Chocolatey Sandwich Cookies, Chocolatey Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 458kcal 4.2Protein 18.8Fat 70.8Carbs Fannie May Confections, Inc. Colonial Assortment Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 458kcal 4.2Protein 22.9Fat 62.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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