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Glycerol Monostearate

Starts With G Usage Emulsifiers Usage Thickeners

Item #: 501217S

Glycerol monostearate (GMS) is a food additive that is commonly used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener in various food products. Here are some culinary usages for Glycerol Monostearate:
Baked goods: GMS is often used in baked goods such as bread, cakes, and cookies to improve texture, increase shelf life, and prevent staling.
Ice cream: GMS can be used to improve the texture of ice cream by preventing ice crystal formation and increasing creaminess.
Dairy products: GMS is commonly used in dairy products like cheese, yogurt, and butter as an emulsifier to prevent separation of the ingredients.
Margarine: GMS is often added to margarine to improve its consistency and texture.
Chocolates: GMS can be used in chocolates as a stabilizer to prevent separation of the cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
Non-dairy creamers: GMS is used in non-dairy creamers to improve their stability and texture.
Meat products: GMS is used in meat products like sausages and hot dogs to improve texture, increase shelf life, and prevent fat separation.