Ingredient

Natural Banana Extract

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add natural banana extract to impart a distinct banana flavor to foods. It …

What it is

Natural banana extract is a flavoring made from real bananas. The process typically involves extracting the aromatic compounds from the fruit, often using solvents like alcohol or water, which are then removed to leave a concentrated essence.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add natural banana extract to impart a distinct banana flavor to foods. It is commonly found in baked goods such as cakes, muffins, cookies, and pastries, as well as in ice cream, yogurt, and beverages.

Health notes

In the U.S., natural banana extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used for flavoring. Regulatory bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have evaluated flavoring substances, and typically find them safe at levels used in food. There are no widespread health controversies associated with the typical consumption of natural banana extract.

Allergen info

Natural banana extract is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Natural Banana Extract

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Raison D'etre Bakery Perfectly Delicious, Banana Loaf Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 279kcal 4.4Protein 11.8Fat 44.1Carbs Banana Nut Smartmuf'Ns, Banana Nut Smart Baking Company Banana Nut Smartmuf'Ns, Banana Nut Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 151kcal 10.7Protein 12Fat 26.7Carbs Banana Bread The Superfood Cookie, Banana Bread Completeats, LLC Banana Bread The Superfood Cookie, Banana Bread Cookies & Biscuits 456kcal 12.3Protein 26.3Fat 43.9Carbs Schwartz Brothers Bakery Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, Banana Chocolate Chip Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 389kcal 5.3Protein 15.0Fat 62.8Carbs Babycakes and Confections, LLC Doughnut Muffins, Banana Chocolate Chip Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 385kcal 4.6Protein 16.9Fat 58.5Carbs Ripe Banana + Maple Walnut Trailblazer Granola, Ripe Banana + Maple Walnut Taos Mountain Energy Foods, LLC Ripe Banana + Maple Walnut Trailblazer Granola, Ripe Banana + Maple Walnut Cereal 433kcal 10Protein 20Fat 53.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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