Ingredient

Powder Sugar Coating: Dextrose

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Dextrose is used as a sweetener and bulking agent in a variety of foods, …

What it is

Dextrose is a simple sugar that is chemically identical to glucose. It is typically derived from corn, though it can also be sourced from wheat or tapioca. The process involves breaking down starch into glucose through enzymatic or acidic hydrolysis.

Why it's used

Dextrose is used as a sweetener and bulking agent in a variety of foods, including baked goods, confections, and beverages. It provides a clean, sweet taste and can help with browning and texture in baked products. It is often found in powdered sugar coatings, donuts, and cakes.

Health notes

Dextrose is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. As a simple sugar, it contributes calories and can affect blood glucose levels. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated dextrose and established specifications for its purity. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake.

Allergen info

Dextrose is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Powder Sugar Coating: Dextrose

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LIDL Powdered Sugar Mini Donuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 421kcal 3.5Protein 22.8Fat 49.1Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Powdered Cake Mini Donuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 422kcal 0Protein 24.4Fat 48.9Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Potato Donuts, Potato Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 386kcal 3.5Protein 19.3Fat 47.4Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Paczki, Lemon, Retail, 4 Pack, 4"" x 2"" Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 333kcal 4.0Protein 19.2Fat 38.4Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Paczki, Raspberry, Retail, 4 Pack, 4"" x 2"" Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 293kcal 5.0Protein 12.1Fat 42.4Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Paczki, Bavarian, Retail, 4 Pack, 4"" x 2"" Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 333kcal 4.0Protein 19.2Fat 37.4Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Paczki, Strawberry, Retail, 4 Pack Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 333kcal 4.0Protein 17.2Fat 40.4Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Paczki, Apple, Retail, 4 Pack Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 333kcal 4.0Protein 17.2Fat 40.4Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Powdered Gem Donuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 358kcal 3.0Protein 19.4Fat 41.8Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Mini Donuts, Whole Grain, Powdered Sugar, 6 Pack Desserts/Dessert Sauces/Toppings High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 58% DV per serving 341kcal 3.3Protein 12.1Fat 57.1Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Powdered Donut Holes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 391kcal 3.1Protein 18.8Fat 53.1Carbs Maple Donuts Inc Assorted Cake Donut Holes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 406kcal 1.6Protein 20.3Fat 53.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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