Powderfruit Juice
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What it is
Powdered fruit juice is made by removing water from fruit juice, typically through spray drying or freeze drying. This process concentrates the fruit flavor and nutrients into a powder form. It is derived from various fruits, such as apples, oranges, or berries.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use powdered fruit juice to add natural fruit flavor and color to a wide range of products without adding significant moisture. It is commonly found in baked goods like muffins and cookies, as well as in beverage mixes, candies, and snack bars.
Health notes
Powdered fruit juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It provides flavor and some nutrients, similar to liquid fruit juice, but may have a higher concentration of sugars due to water removal. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for powdered fruit juice as a distinct ingredient are not widely publicized.
Allergen info
Powdered fruit juice is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten unless the fruit was processed in a facility with gluten-containing grains.