Ingredient

Vegetable Monoglycerides

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add vegetable monoglycerides to foods primarily as emulsifiers. They help to blend ingredients …

What it is

Vegetable monoglycerides are a type of fat derived from vegetable oils. They are made by breaking down fats and oils into their components, then recombining them. This process results in a mixture where monoglycerides are the primary component.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add vegetable monoglycerides to foods primarily as emulsifiers. They help to blend ingredients that normally don't mix well, like oil and water, creating a smoother texture and improving stability. They are commonly found in baked goods such as cakes and cookies, as well as in butter substitutes and spreads.

Health notes

Vegetable monoglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a type of fat that is digested like other fats. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar emulsifiers, and they are widely used globally. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Vegetable monoglycerides are not derived from the major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Vegetable Monoglycerides

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TRADER JOE'S Bagel Josef's Cinnamon Raisin Bagel, With Sprouted Wheat Breads & Buns 259kcal 10.6Protein 1.2Fat 52.9Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Harris Teeter, Margarine Butter & Spread 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs KING SOOPERS Original Cakerie Autumn Spice Cake For 2 Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 358kcal 4.1Protein 22.8Fat 32.5Carbs FOOD 4 LESS Confetti Cakeire Bar Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 105% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 57% DV per serving 370kcal 3.7Protein 24.7Fat 34.6Carbs INSPIRED Inspired, Brownie, Heavenly Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 407kcal 5.6Protein 18.5Fat 53.7Carbs HARVEST AWARD Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 643kcal 0Protein 71.4Fat 0Carbs COFFEE HOUSE Danish Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 351kcal 5.3Protein 17.5Fat 43.9Carbs OAKRUN FARM BAKERY Coffee House Danish Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 316kcal 3.5Protein 12.3Fat 43.9Carbs CHARLOTTE'S Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge, Peanut Butter Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving 400kcal 5.3Protein 22.7Fat 45.3Carbs CHARLOTTE'S Butter Ooey Gooey Squares, Butter Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 26Fat 50Carbs CHARLOTTE'S Cherry & Oat Squares, Cherry & Oat Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 339kcal 5.4Protein 14.3Fat 48.2Carbs ENGLISH BAY BATTER Sugar Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 429kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 53.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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