Ingredient

Milk Solids

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use milk solids to add a milky flavor, richness, and color to foods. …

What it is

Milk solids are the components of milk remaining after the water is removed. They include milk proteins (like casein and whey), milk sugar (lactose), and minerals. They are produced by drying liquid milk, often through spray drying.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use milk solids to add a milky flavor, richness, and color to foods. They can also act as binders, emulsifiers, and contribute to browning in baked goods. They are common in baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, and processed meats.

Health notes

Milk solids are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of protein and calcium. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated milk solids and related components. No significant health concerns are associated with typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Milk solids are derived from milk, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Milk Solids

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ROUNDY'S Roundy's, Select, Milk Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels Chocolate High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 425kcal 2.5Protein 17.5Fat 62.5Carbs

Arnott's Biscuits Limited Arnott's, Mint Slice, Delicious Biscuits Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 516kcal 6.5Protein 29.0Fat 61.3Carbs LILY'S Lily's, Peanut Spread, Chocolate Nut & Seed Butters High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 594kcal 18.8Protein 43.8Fat 34.4Carbs GANDOUR Gandour, Dabke, Biscuit Sandwiches, Lemon Cookies & Biscuits 474kcal 6.0Protein 18.6Fat 74.4Carbs KING SOOPERS Original Cakerie Autumn Spice Cake For 2 Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 358kcal 4.1Protein 22.8Fat 32.5Carbs FOOD 4 LESS Confetti Cakeire Bar Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 105% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 57% DV per serving 370kcal 3.7Protein 24.7Fat 34.6Carbs DRIVE THRU Jumbo Bacon Cheese Burger Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 305kcal 11.6Protein 17.2Fat 26.2Carbs MCVITIE'S An Indulgent Biscuit Selection For Every Occasion Cookies & Biscuits 508kcal 5.9Protein 26Fat 61.2Carbs THE ORIGINAL CAKERIE LTD. Shortcake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 312kcal 3.9Protein 16.9Fat 36.4Carbs BENIHANA Hibachi Chicken Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 135kcal 8Protein 3Fat 19.5Carbs FRESH & EASY Veggie, Cheese + Ranch Platter Lunch Snacks & Combinations 45kcal 1.8Protein 1.8Fat 6.4Carbs

EMPERAFDOR Sabor Vainilla Cookies & Biscuits —kcal 6.7Protein —Fat 66.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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