Orange Sherbet Base
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What it is
Orange Sherbet Base is a flavoring and coloring ingredient used to give sherbet its characteristic orange taste and hue. It is typically made from a combination of orange juice concentrate, sugar, water, and artificial or natural orange flavoring and coloring agents.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Orange Sherbet Base to provide a distinct orange flavor and color to frozen desserts like sherbet and ice cream. It helps create a bright, fruity taste and appealing visual appearance in these products.
Health notes
Orange Sherbet Base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring or coloring agent. The specific components within the base, such as artificial colors or flavors, have undergone safety reviews by regulatory bodies. Evidence regarding the health effects of artificial colors has been mixed, leading to some consumer concerns, though they are approved for use at typical levels.
Allergen info
Orange Sherbet Base is not typically derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten unless specifically added.
Products containing Orange Sherbet Base
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Safeway, Inc.
Orange Sherbet, Orange
High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving
144kcal
0.8Protein
2.1Fat
29.7Carbs
Quality Chekd Dairies, Inc.
Vanilla Orange Golden Ice Cream And Sherbet, Vanilla Orange
167kcal
1.3Protein
3.9Fat
42.3Carbs