Wafers

Wafers are thin, crisp, and often sweet baked goods. They are typically made from a batter of flour, water, and sometimes sugar and fat, which is cooked between two patterned metal plates. The resulting product is light, airy, and brittle.

Wafers are often used as a base or component in desserts and confections. They can be used to make ice cream cones, sandwich cookies, or as a crisp element in cakes and other baked goods. Their light texture and neutral flavor make them versatile for various sweet applications.

Wafers are generally considered a food ingredient rather than an additive and are not subject to specific FDA additive regulations. They are primarily a source of carbohydrates. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have not specifically evaluated wafers as a distinct food ingredient in the context of additive safety. Consumption of wafers, like other baked goods high in refined carbohydrates and sugar, should be considered within the context of a balanced diet.