Ingredient

Milk Derived Protein Blend

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use milk-derived protein blends primarily for their nutritional value, particularly in protein-fortified foods. …

What it is

A milk-derived protein blend is a mixture of proteins isolated from milk. These proteins, such as whey and casein, are separated from milk through various processing methods like filtration or centrifugation. The resulting blend can be tailored to specific functional or nutritional needs.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use milk-derived protein blends primarily for their nutritional value, particularly in protein-fortified foods. They contribute to texture and can help with emulsification. These blends are commonly found in protein bars, shakes, baked goods, and dairy-based products.

Health notes

Milk-derived protein blends are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of high-quality protein, important for muscle repair and growth. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated milk proteins. While generally considered safe, individuals with milk allergies should avoid them.

Allergen info

Milk is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Therefore, milk-derived protein blends are considered a major allergen. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Milk Derived Protein Blend

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Cookies 'N Cream Flavored Protein Bar, Cookies 'N Cream PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Cookies 'N Cream Flavored Protein Bar, Cookies 'N Cream Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 360kcal 30Protein 10Fat 0.1Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Cookies 'N Cream Flavored Protein Bar, Cookies 'N Cream Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 360kcal 30Protein 10Fat 46Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Protein Bar, Mint Cookie Crunch Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 367kcal 30.6Protein 12.2Fat 42.9Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Birthday Cake Flavored Protein Bar, Birthday Cake Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 380kcal 30Protein 12Fat 44Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Chocolate Peanut Butter Everyday Performance Protein Bars, Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 391kcal 31.2Protein 14.1Fat 42.2Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Double Fudge Brownie Flavored Protein Bars, Double Fudge Brownie Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 381kcal 31.8Protein 11.1Fat 44.4Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Blueberry Waffle Cone Flavored Protein Bars, Blueberry Waffle Cone Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 371kcal 32.3Protein 9.7Fat 43.5Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Chocolate Peanut Butter Flavored Protein Bars, Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 391kcal 31.2Protein 14.1Fat 42.2Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Salted Caramel Flavored Protein Bars, Salted Caramel Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 375kcal 31.2Protein 10.9Fat 45.3Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Peanut Butter Cookie Flavored Protein Bars, Peanut Butter Cookie Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 380kcal 30Protein 12Fat 44Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Mint Cookie Crunch Flavored Protein Bars, Mint Cookie Crunch Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 367kcal 30.6Protein 12.2Fat 42.9Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Double Rocky Road Flavored Protein Bars, Double Rocky Road Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 388kcal 30.6Protein 12.2Fat 44.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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