Ingredient

Mono-glycerides

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Role in food

Monoglycerides are used as emulsifiers in many processed foods. They help ingredients like oil …

What it is

Monoglycerides are a type of fat that can be found naturally in small amounts in foods like butter and eggs. They are commonly made by combining glycerol with fatty acids, often derived from vegetable oils or animal fats. This process creates a molecule that is part fat and part water-soluble.

Why it's used

Monoglycerides are used as emulsifiers in many processed foods. They help ingredients like oil and water mix and stay mixed, creating a smoother texture and preventing separation. You can find them in baked goods, ice cream, margarine, and processed meats.

Health notes

Monoglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of calories, similar to other fats. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated monoglycerides, and EFSA has also assessed their safety. At typical consumption levels found in food, they are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Monoglycerides are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Mono-glycerides

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PRIANO Alfredo Ziti Pasta Other Deli High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 193kcal 6.3Protein 6.3Fat 26.3Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc Therapeutic Nutrition, Strawberry Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks High in sodium — 261% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 150% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 3125kcal 112Protein 75Fat 525Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Cinnamon Rolls Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 300kcal 5Protein 6Fat 59Carbs

J&J Snack Foods Corp Hill & Valley, Splenda, Pumpkin Spice Sliced Creme Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 281kcal 4.7Protein 10.9Fat 40.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Hershey's, Mini Cake, Chocolate, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 435kcal 3.5Protein 17.6Fat 63.5Carbs Northern Confections Inc Moose Attack Fudge Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 421kcal 3.5Protein 15.8Fat 70.2Carbs

Kemps LLC Creamy Peanut Butter Swirled In Rich Chocolate Premium Ice Cream, Chocolate Peanut Butter Bliss Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 280kcal 6.5Protein 18.3Fat 24.7Carbs Bob Evans Farms Inc Original Pork Sausage Gravy, Original Gravy Mix High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 125kcal 3.1Protein 8.6Fat 8.6Carbs Bob Evans Farms Inc Original Pork Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, Original Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 185kcal 3.7Protein 10.6Fat 18.5Carbs Bob Evans Farms Inc Original Pork Sausage Gravy, Original Gravy Mix High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 125kcal 3.1Protein 8.6Fat 8.6Carbs Cumberland Farms Dairy Inc Tempting Triple Chocolate Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 400kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 66.7Carbs Fernando's Bakery, Inc. Dippin' Dots, Rainbow Ice Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 368kcal 3.5Protein 14.0Fat 56.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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