Shortening Flakes
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What it is
Shortening flakes are a type of baking fat made from vegetable oils, such as soybean or palm oil. They are processed to create a flaky texture, which helps to improve the texture of baked goods. The flakes are designed to melt and distribute evenly during baking.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use shortening flakes to add richness, tenderness, and a desirable flaky texture to baked goods. They are commonly found in products like biscuits, pastries, pizza dough, and frozen breakfast items. The flakes contribute to a lighter, more appealing mouthfeel.
Health notes
Shortening flakes are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended in food. They are primarily composed of fats, and like all fats, should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar fats and oils, but specific evaluations for 'shortening flakes' as a distinct ingredient are not widely published. High intake of saturated fats, which can be present in some shortenings, is linked to increased risk of heart disease.
Allergen info
Shortening flakes are typically made from vegetable oils and are not derived from major allergens like milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. They do not contain gluten.
Products containing Shortening Flakes
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S.A. Piazza & Associates, LLC
Super Sized Supreme Sausage, Uncured Pepperoni, Onions, Black Olives And Peppers Ultimate Pizza, Sausage, Uncured Pepperoni, Onions, Black Olives And Peppers
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
232kcal
9.4Protein
9.4Fat
29.0Carbs
S.A. Piazza & Associates, LLC
Super Sized Uncured Pepperoni Ultimate Pizza, Uncured Pepperoni
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
246kcal
10Protein
10Fat
29.2Carbs
S.A. Piazza & Associates, LLC
Ultimate Pizza, Supreme
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
222kcal
9.5Protein
7.0Fat
28.5Carbs
S.A. Piazza & Associates, LLC
Ultimate Pizza, 4 Cheese
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
248kcal
11.4Protein
6.7Fat
29.5Carbs
Coborn's Incorporated
Apple Fritter Bread
314kcal
8.6Protein
5.7Fat
57.1Carbs
Coborn's Incorporated
Blueberry Fritter Bread
314kcal
8.6Protein
7.1Fat
60Carbs
S.A. Piazza & Associates, LLC
Combination Sausage & Uncured Pepperoni Ultimate Pizza, Combination
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
269kcal
9.7Protein
11.2Fat
26.9Carbs
Hy-Vee, Inc.
Thin Crust Gluten Free Cheese Pizza Crispy Pizza Topped With Mozzarella Cheese And Rich Pizza Sauce
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
246kcal
10.3Protein
9.5Fat
30.2Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Sam's Choice, Personal Double Pepperoni Pizza
High in sodium — 74% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving
285kcal
11.9Protein
16.2Fat
21.7Carbs
Donatos
Gluten-Free Four Cheese
High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
249kcal
8.8Protein
10.5Fat
31.5Carbs
Donatos
Gluten-Free Crust With Tomato Sauce, Chicken, Fire Roasted Peppers And Smoked Provolone Cheese
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
206kcal
8.7Protein
7.9Fat
26.2Carbs