Ingredient

Wheat Gluten Yeast

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Wheat gluten is used as a leavening agent and to improve the texture and …

What it is

Wheat gluten is the main protein found in wheat. It is extracted from wheat flour by washing away the starch. It gives dough its elastic quality and is responsible for the chewy texture of baked goods.

Why it's used

Wheat gluten is used as a leavening agent and to improve the texture and chewiness of baked goods, especially breads and rolls. It can also be used as a meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan products.

Health notes

Wheat gluten is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. For individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, avoiding wheat gluten is necessary. JECFA has evaluated wheat gluten and established an acceptable daily intake. The WHO/IARC has not classified wheat gluten.

Allergen info

Wheat gluten is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It contains gluten.

Products containing Wheat Gluten Yeast

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Byerly Foods International Spicy Shrimp & Lobster Roll Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 221kcal 9.9Protein 10.3Fat 22.5Carbs Rich Products Corporation Bean Dip Bites Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 312kcal 8.8Protein 17.5Fat 31.2Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Hawaiian Sweet Rolls, Hawaiian Sweet Breads & Buns 286kcal 10.7Protein 5.4Fat 53.6Carbs Wheat Bread, Wheat Express Trading International, Inc. Wheat Bread, Wheat Breads & Buns 120kcal 12Protein 4Fat 40Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Sourdough Bread Bowl, Sourdough Breads & Buns 246kcal 10.5Protein 2.6Fat 43.9Carbs Multi - Grain English Muffins, Multi-Grain Gold Medal Bakery Inc. Multi - Grain English Muffins, Multi-Grain Breads & Buns 254kcal 11.3Protein 2.8Fat —Carbs Italian 40 Calorie Sliced Bread, Italian Wakefern Food Corporation Italian 40 Calorie Sliced Bread, Italian Breads & Buns 143kcal 7.1Protein 1.8Fat 46.4Carbs Krause Gentle Corporation Tuna Salad On Wheat Bread Wedge Sandwich, Tuna Salad Prepared Subs & Sandwiches 230kcal 12.6Protein 12.6Fat 17.8Carbs 12 Grain Light Bread, 12 Grain Pan-O-Gold Baking Co. 12 Grain Light Bread, 12 Grain Breads & Buns 196kcal 10.9Protein 4.3Fat 45.6Carbs WSAFG, LLC Ovengold Turkey Wedge, Ovengold Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 61% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 194kcal 15.6Protein 6.4Fat 19.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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