Ingredient

Palm And Coconut Fat

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

This fat blend is used to improve texture, provide a smooth mouthfeel, and extend …

What it is

Palm and coconut fat is a blend of fats derived from palm kernels and coconuts. These fats are solid at room temperature and are often processed to create shortenings or oils used in food manufacturing.

Why it's used

This fat blend is used to improve texture, provide a smooth mouthfeel, and extend shelf life in baked goods and confectionery. It is commonly found in cookies, biscuits, candies, and cream fillings.

Health notes

Palm and coconut fat is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of saturated fat, and high intake of saturated fat is linked to increased LDL cholesterol. JECFA has evaluated fats and oils, and EFSA has evaluated specific fats like palm oil. Evidence on the health effects of saturated fat intake is ongoing and debated.

Allergen info

Palm and coconut fat are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Palm And Coconut Fat

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Horizon U.S.A., Inc. Wafers With Raspberry Cream Filling, Berry Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 567kcal 3.3Protein 33.3Fat 63.3Carbs Henry Lambertz Inc. European Cookies Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 39% DV per serving 516kcal 6.4Protein 26.6Fat 64.2Carbs Horizon U.S.A., Inc. Wafers With Lemon Cream Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 567kcal 3.3Protein 33.3Fat 63.3Carbs Wythe Will Distributing Company The Fresh Market, Mini Licorice Candy Canes Candy 375kcal 2.5Protein 5Fat 82.5Carbs Mama Dude's Creole Cajun Seasonings and Cuisine Wafers With Vanilla Cream Filling, Vanilla Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 567kcal 6.7Protein 33.3Fat 56.7Carbs Mama Dude's Creole Cajun Seasonings and Cuisine Wafers, Cocoa Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 533kcal 6.7Protein 33.3Fat 53.3Carbs Horizon U.S.A., Inc. Hans Freitag, Wafers, Apple, Apple Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 567kcal 3.3Protein 33.3Fat 63.3Carbs Supervalu, Inc. European Cookies Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 512kcal 5.9Protein 26.5Fat 61.8Carbs Horizon U.S.A., Inc. Wafers With Orange Cream Filling, Orange Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 567kcal 3.3Protein 33.3Fat 60Carbs The Kroger Co. Belgian Chocolate Cookie Collection, Nut Loop Shortbread, Nut Surprise, Caramel Cookie Stick, Balena Shortbread, Sun Cookie With A Layer Of Milk Chocolate, Divina Roule, Orange Cookie Stick, White Wafer Leaf, Coffee Cookie Stick, Chockies Cocoa Shortbread Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 533kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. European Assorted Cookies, Hazelnut Shortbread, Fine Shortbread, Fine Coffee-Flavored Cookie Finger, Crispy Wafer, Cocoa Shortbread, Fine Cocoa Heart, Fine Cookie Finger, Fine Cookie, Fine Shortbread, Layered Cookie, European Fine Shortbread, Cookie, Curl Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 533kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs Safeway, Inc. European Cookie Collection, Balena, Chockie, Neapolitaner, Horse Head Biscuit, Coco Fleur, Almond Biscuit, Divina Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 531kcal 6.2Protein 28.1Fat 62.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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