Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil
What is Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil?
Vegetable shortening is a solid fat made from vegetable oils. It is typically produced by hydrogenating liquid vegetable oils, a process that makes them more solid and stable. This results in a fat that is solid at room temperature, similar to butter or lard.
Is Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil vegan?
Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil gluten-free?
Gluten is also not present.
Is Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil a major allergen?
Vegetable shortening is not a major allergen.
What is Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil used for?
Manufacturers use vegetable shortening for its ability to create tender and flaky baked goods, such as cookies, cakes, and pastries.
Is Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil safe?
In the US, vegetable shortening is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use vegetable shortening for its ability to create tender and flaky baked goods, such as cookies, cakes, and pastries. It helps prevent gluten development, leading to a softer texture. It also contributes to a longer shelf life due to its stability.
Health notes
In the US, vegetable shortening is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of fat and calories. While some shortenings may contain trans fats, many modern formulations have reduced or eliminated them. JECFA has evaluated fats and oils, and EFSA has also assessed various fats and oils for their safety.
Allergen info
Vegetable shortening is not a major allergen. It is typically derived from soy, corn, or canola oil, which are not among the nine major allergens. Gluten is also not present.
Foods that contain Vegetable Shortening Palm Oil
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High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving
395kcal
4.0Protein
17.1Fat
59.2Carbs
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High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving
408kcal
4.0Protein
19.7Fat
55.3Carbs
Brill, Inc.
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High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
395kcal
3.7Protein
21.0Fat
50.6Carbs
Giant Eagle, Inc.
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464kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
64.3Carbs
Labree's Bakery Inc
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High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
408kcal
2.8Protein
21.1Fat
52.1Carbs
Empire Bakery Commissary, LLC
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High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
494kcal
2.4Protein
25.9Fat
64.7Carbs
Dom's Bakery
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High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
500kcal
3.6Protein
28.6Fat
60.7Carbs
CrownJewlz
Wafer Cookies, Vanilla
464kcal
7.1Protein
16.1Fat
75Carbs
Wilton Industries Inc.
Chocolate Cookie House Kit, Chocolate Cookie
High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving
400kcal
3.3Protein
10Fat
73.3Carbs
Meijer, Inc.
Chocolate Chip Mini Cookies, Chocolate Chip
458kcal
3.5Protein
24.6Fat
63.4Carbs
Herr Foods Inc.
Herr's, Chocolate Chips Bite Size Cookies
500kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
67.9Carbs
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High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
450kcal
3.3Protein
21.7Fat
61.7Carbs
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