Ingredient

Milk Fat

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add milk fat to improve the texture, flavor, and mouthfeel of products. It …

What it is

Milk fat is the fatty part of milk, naturally present in dairy products. It is obtained by separating it from other milk components, often through churning or centrifugation. This ingredient contributes to the rich flavor and smooth texture of many foods.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add milk fat to improve the texture, flavor, and mouthfeel of products. It is frequently used in chocolate, baked goods like cakes and cupcakes, ice cream, and snack bars to provide richness and creaminess.

Health notes

Milk fat is a natural component of dairy products and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended uses. As a fat, it provides energy and helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. There are no specific JECFA or EFSA evaluations for milk fat as a food additive, as it is considered a food component.

Allergen info

Milk fat is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Products containing Milk Fat

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Kellogg Company US Pringles Stix Cheese .61oz Chips/Crisps/Snack Mixes - Natural/Extruded (Shelf Stable) —kcal 9.3Protein 18.7Fat 58.6Carbs GHIRARDELLI Rich Chocolate, Luscious Filling Chocolate 467kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 60Carbs ATKINS Caramel Nut Chew Bar Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 382kcal 14.7Protein 23.5Fat 50Carbs Good Humor-Breyers Ice Cream Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Bars Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 312kcal 2.6Protein 20.8Fat 29.9Carbs

Good Humor-Breyers Ice Cream Ice Cream Bars Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 342kcal 3.8Protein 22.8Fat 31.6Carbs

Good Humor-Breyers Ice Cream Ice Cream Bar Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 342kcal 3.8Protein 22.8Fat 31.6Carbs Good Humor-Breyers Ice Cream Ice Cream Bars Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 329kcal 3.7Protein 21.9Fat 30.5Carbs E. WEDEL E. Wedel, Dark Chocolate With Cherry Filling Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 5Protein 25Fat 60Carbs MELANIE Premium Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 583kcal 7.1Protein 41.7Fat 50Carbs MELANIE Melanie, Extra Magnificent, Chocolate Collection Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 583kcal 7.1Protein 41.7Fat 50Carbs TERRY'S Terry's, Chocolate Minis, Chocolate Orange Chocolate 525kcal 5.4Protein 28.5Fat 60.5Carbs THORNTONS Thorntons, Milk Chocolate, Salted Pistachio Chocolate 543kcal 7.9Protein 32Fat 55Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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