Sunflower Lecithins
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What it is
Sunflower lecithin is a type of phospholipid, a fat-like substance found naturally in plant and animal cells. It is extracted from sunflower seeds and processed to create a powder or liquid. This process typically involves degumming and drying sunflower seeds.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use sunflower lecithin primarily as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. It also acts as a stabilizer and can improve texture in foods. You'll often find it in baked goods, chocolate, and dairy alternatives.
Health notes
In the U.S., sunflower lecithin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a common food ingredient and is not typically associated with adverse health effects when consumed in normal amounts. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated lecithins, and they are widely used globally.
Allergen info
Sunflower lecithin is not derived from soy, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It is also gluten-free.
Products containing Sunflower Lecithins
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CRUNCH
Milk Chocolate With Chopped Hazelnuts And Crisped Cereals Bar, Milk Chocolate With Chopped Hazelnuts And Crisped Cereals
High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving
547kcal
7.1Protein
32.8Fat
54.3Carbs
Bendiner Technologies, LLC
Caramel Cake Bar, Caramel
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
469kcal
6.2Protein
28.1Fat
50Carbs
Bisquiva North America Inc.
Gustino, Dark Chocolate Covered Wafers With Nougat-Cream Filling
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
545kcal
9.1Protein
36.4Fat
48.5Carbs
Bisquiva North America Inc.
Gustino, Milk Chocolate Covered Wafers With Nougat - Cream Filling
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
545kcal
6.1Protein
36.4Fat
51.5Carbs
Henry Lambertz Inc.
Chocolate Cookies, Caramel Heart, Chockies, Orange Stick, Dark Chocolate Coin, Dark Chocolate Sun Cookie, Horsehead Cookie, White Chocolate Coin, Donna Milk Chocolate, Coco Fleur, Nocciola, Dark Chocolate Neapolitan Wafer, Coffee Cookie Stick
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
514kcal
5.4Protein
27.0Fat
62.2Carbs
Hy-Vee, Inc.
European Assorted Cookies, Hazelnut Shortbread, Fine Shortbread, Fine Coffee-Flavored Cookie Finger, Crispy Wafer, Cocoa Shortbread, Fine Cocoa Heart, Fine Cookie Finger, Fine Cookie, Fine Shortbread, Layered Cookie, European Fine Shortbread, Cookie, Curl
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
533kcal
6.7Protein
26.7Fat
63.3Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
European Cookie Collection, Balena, Chockie, Neapolitaner, Horse Head Biscuit, Coco Fleur, Almond Biscuit, Divina
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
531kcal
6.2Protein
28.1Fat
62.5Carbs
Target Stores
Holiday Cookie Collection, Balena, Horse Biscuit, Almond Biscuit, Neapolitaner, Chockie, Coco Fleur, Divina
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
531kcal
6.2Protein
28.1Fat
62.5Carbs