Ingredient

Pasteurized Milk Milkfat

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Milkfat is used to add richness, flavor, and a smooth texture to foods. It …

What it is

Milkfat is the fat component of milk. It is primarily composed of triglycerides, which are esters formed from glycerol and three fatty acids. Milkfat is separated from milk during the process of churning cream.

Why it's used

Milkfat is used to add richness, flavor, and a smooth texture to foods. It is a key ingredient in dairy products like butter, cheese, and ice cream, and is also found in baked goods and confectionery.

Health notes

Milkfat is a source of dietary fat and calories. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes milkfat as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its intended use in food. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have evaluated milkfat. Dietary guidelines recommend moderation in saturated fat intake, which is a component of milkfat.

Allergen info

Milkfat is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Pasteurized Milk Milkfat

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Ricotta Part Skim Cheese, Ricotta LIDL Ricotta Part Skim Cheese, Ricotta Cheese 145kcal 9.7Protein 9.7Fat 3.2Carbs Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese NOT A BRANDED ITEM Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 161kcal 8.1Protein 11.3Fat 3.2Carbs Festive Finer Foods Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 161kcal 8.1Protein 11.3Fat 3.2Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis, Ricotta Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 161kcal 8.1Protein 11.3Fat 3.2Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Ricotta Cheese Cheese 145kcal 9.7Protein 9.7Fat 3.2Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis Quality, Part Skim Milk Ricotta Cheese Cheese 145kcal 9.7Protein 9.7Fat 3.2Carbs Festive Finer Foods Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese, Ricotta Cheese 145kcal 9.7Protein 9.7Fat 3.2Carbs Festive Finer Foods Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese, Ricotta Cheese High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 161kcal 8.1Protein 11.3Fat 3.2Carbs Festive Finer Foods Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese, Ricotta Cheese 145kcal 9.7Protein 9.7Fat 3.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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