Wheat Flour And Malted Barley Extracts
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What it is
Wheat flour is milled from wheat grains, a staple cereal crop. Malted barley extract is made by soaking barley grains, allowing them to sprout (malt), and then drying and processing them to create a sweet syrup. The extract contains sugars and flavors derived from the barley.
Why it's used
Malted barley extract is primarily used as a flavoring and sweetening agent in foods. It provides a distinct malty flavor and contributes to browning in baked goods. It is commonly found in baked goods, cereals, beverages like malted milk and some beers, and confectionery.
Health notes
Wheat flour and malted barley extract are common food ingredients. The FDA considers wheat and barley to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used for their intended purpose. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various components of these ingredients. At typical dietary levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects for the general population.
Allergen info
Wheat is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Barley contains gluten, which is a protein that can cause adverse reactions in individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
Products containing Wheat Flour And Malted Barley Extracts
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Nestle USA Inc.
Chocolate Malted Milk, Chocolate
High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving
400kcal
6.7Protein
3.3Fat
86.7Carbs
Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.
Nestl Carnation Malted Milk Original 6 x 2.5 LB
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
429kcal
9.5Protein
7.1Fat
76.2Carbs
Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.
NESTLE CARNATION Original Malted Milk Mix 13 oz. Jar
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
429kcal
9.5Protein
7.1Fat
76.2Carbs