Ingredient

Natural Egg Flavor

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use Natural Egg Flavor to enhance or impart an egg-like taste in foods …

What it is

Natural Egg Flavor is a flavoring substance that mimics the taste and aroma of cooked eggs. It is typically derived from natural sources, often through processes that break down egg components or other natural ingredients to create specific flavor compounds. The exact source and production method can vary by manufacturer.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Natural Egg Flavor to enhance or impart an egg-like taste in foods where real eggs may not be desired or practical. It is commonly found in processed foods like frozen breakfast items, baked goods, and savory snacks to provide a familiar and appealing flavor profile.

Health notes

Natural Egg Flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flavorings, but specific evaluations for 'Natural Egg Flavor' as a distinct entity are not always detailed. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence regarding long-term impacts or specific sensitivities is limited.

Allergen info

Natural Egg Flavor is derived from egg, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. Consumers with egg allergies should avoid products containing this ingredient.

Products containing Natural Egg Flavor

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Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Turkey Sausage Scramble Turkey Sausage With Egg Whites, Roasted Red Potatoes, Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese, Red Peppers & Onions, Turkey Sausage Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 91kcal 9.1Protein 2.0Fat 8.6Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Veggie Scramble Egg Whites, Roasted Red Potatoes, Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese, Red Peppers, Onions & Spinach, Veggie Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 91kcal 8.1Protein 1.8Fat 10.6Carbs 7-Eleven, Inc. Egg White And Turkey Sausage Breakfast Burrito, Egg White And Turkey Sausage Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 233kcal 12.6Protein 10.7Fat 21.4Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Scrambled Egg Whites Mixed With Seasoned Potatoes, Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, Vegetables & Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl, Seasoned Potatoes, Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, Vegetables & Turkey Sausage Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 111kcal 8.6Protein 5.0Fat 8.1Carbs Safeway, Inc. Orange Chicken Battered White Meat Chicken With A Spicy Orange Sauce Served With Fried Rice, Sweet Orange & Yellow Carrots And Savory Shelled Edamame, Orange Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 169kcal 6.7Protein 5.6Fat 23.6Carbs Broccoli, Cheese & Uncured Ham Scrambled Egg Whites, Diced Potatoes, Broccoli, Cheddar Cheese, Uncured Ham & Red Onion Breakfast Bowl, Broccoli, Cheese & Uncured Ham The Hillshire Brands Company Broccoli, Cheese & Uncured Ham Scrambled Egg Whites, Diced Potatoes, Broccoli, Cheddar Cheese, Uncured Ham & Red Onion Breakfast Bowl, Broccoli, Cheese & Uncured Ham Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 131kcal 9.1Protein 6.1Fat 10.1Carbs Glencourt Inc. Cheesy Scramble Scrambled Egg Whites With Cheddar, Monterey Jack Cheeses And Roasted Potatoes, Cheesy Scramble Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 96kcal 7.0Protein 3.2Fat 10.7Carbs Glencourt Inc. Chicken & Vegetable In An Asian-Style Plum Sauce With Fried Rice Potstickers, Chicken & Vegetable Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 124kcal 5.7Protein 1.9Fat 19.5Carbs Teriyaki White Meat Chicken In A Teriyaki Sauce With Fried Rice, Teriyaki Chicken Safeway, Inc. Teriyaki White Meat Chicken In A Teriyaki Sauce With Fried Rice, Teriyaki Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 129kcal 7.5Protein 2.8Fat 19.2Carbs Glencourt Inc. Ham & Cheese Scramble Scrambled Egg White Product With Ham, Roasted Potatoes, Cheddar, And Monterey Jack Cheese, Ham & Cheese Scramble Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 107kcal 8.1Protein 4.1Fat 9.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Orange Chicken Breaded Dark Meat Chicken Coated In Orange Sauce With Fried Rice, Orange Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 157kcal 6.3Protein 5.1Fat 21.6Carbs The Hillshire Brands Company Garden Blend Breakfast Bowl, Garden Blend Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 116kcal 8.1Protein 5.0Fat 10.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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