Ingredient

Natural Yeast

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Yeast is primarily used as a leavening agent in baked goods like bread and …

What it is

Natural yeast refers to living microorganisms, typically strains of *Saccharomyces cerevisiae*. These single-celled fungi are naturally present in the environment and are cultivated for food production. They are used to ferment sugars, producing carbon dioxide and alcohol.

Why it's used

Yeast is primarily used as a leavening agent in baked goods like bread and cakes, causing dough to rise by producing carbon dioxide gas. It also contributes to the characteristic flavor and aroma of fermented products. It is found in a variety of baked goods, from breads and buns to cakes and pastries.

Health notes

Yeast is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of B vitamins and minerals. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated yeast and its components. At typical consumption levels, yeast is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Yeast itself is not one of the nine major allergens. However, yeast is often grown on nutrient media that may contain allergens, and it is commonly used in products containing wheat, which does contain gluten.

Products containing Natural Yeast

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CHIOSTRO DI SARONNO Panettone All' Amaretto Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 410kcal 12.1Protein 16.9Fat 49.4Carbs FESTA Bon Bon Panettone With Chocolate Cream Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 387kcal 6.7Protein 17.3Fat 53.3Carbs PASTICCERIA SANTANGELO Italian Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 375kcal 7.5Protein 13.8Fat 55Carbs SCAR PIER Classico Panettone Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 42% DV per serving 369kcal 7.4Protein 13.9Fat 52Carbs FESTOSO Panettone Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 352kcal 5.5Protein 13.2Fat 53.9Carbs GALUP Panettone Icing With Hazelnuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 349kcal 4.8Protein 12.1Fat 54.2Carbs

MAINA Pandoro Oven Baked Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 412kcal 8.8Protein 20Fat 48.8Carbs

FIASCONARO Colomba Easter Cake Without Candied Orange Pandorata, Orange Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 446kcal 3.6Protein 22.9Fat 56.6Carbs CHIOSTRO Gin & Lemon Panettone, Gin & Lemon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 373kcal 7.2Protein 14.5Fat 53.0Carbs

BELLARISE Red Instant Yeast, Red Baking Additives & Extracts 371kcal 45Protein 6Fat 35Carbs

ZAGHIS S.R.L. Pandoro Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 429kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 48.2Carbs

DOLCE FORNERIA Panettone Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 350kcal 5Protein 12.5Fat 55Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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