Ingredient

Salt Whey

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add salt whey for its salty and slightly sweet flavor, and to help …

What it is

Salt whey is a byproduct of cheesemaking. It is the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained. This liquid is then dried to create a powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add salt whey for its salty and slightly sweet flavor, and to help with browning in baked goods. It also acts as a binder and can improve texture. It is commonly found in cookies, cakes, and candies.

Health notes

Salt whey is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of minerals like calcium and potassium. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated whey products. Evidence does not link typical consumption of salt whey to adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Salt whey is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Salt Whey

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Topco Associates, Inc. Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Hearts Valentine's Candy, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Candy High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 429kcal 3.6Protein 12.5Fat 75Carbs The Kroger Co. Kroger, Margarine Butter & Spread 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs Interbake Foods Inc. Original Chocolate Chip Cookies, Original Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 52kcal 3.0Protein 27.3Fat 66.7Carbs EXBC LLC Blitz Mix Other Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 60.7Carbs Wabash Valley Farms, Inc. Classic Zesty Cheddar Popcorn Seasoning, Classic Zesty Cheddar Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat —Carbs True Leaf Farms Caramelized Onion Bacon Ready Sides, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Other Deli 70kcal 2Protein 5Fat 6Carbs Jardine Resources De Americas, LLC Native Texan, Chipotle Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 150kcal 0Protein 11.7Fat 10Carbs Granny B's Cookies LLC Granny B's, Whole Grain Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 378kcal 2.7Protein 13.5Fat 62.2Carbs The Brownie Baker, Inc. Banana Nut Muffin, Banana Nut Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 404kcal 5.3Protein 22.8Fat 45.6Carbs Dove International Vanilla Flavored Reduced Fat Ice Cream Sandwiched Between Sugar Cookies With Milk Chocolate Candies, Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 289kcal 3.6Protein 12.1Fat 44.6Carbs Mars, Inc. Classic Cookie Sandwiches, Vanilla Crackers & Biscotti High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 296kcal 3.7Protein 12.3Fat 44.4Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Entenmann's Donuts Variety Pack, 8 Count, 15 Oz Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 473kcal 3.6Protein 29.1Fat 52.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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