Lactic Acid for Food
Our liquid lactic acid for food applications is ideal for many recipes. Lactic acid acts as a natural preservative and enhances the flavor and texture of your savory cuisines, dairy products, and desserts.
Enjoy our food-grade lactic acid for cooking and baking applications. Our team of flavor scientists developed our high-quality lactic acid for food using the finest natural and organic ingredients. Similar to all of our baking ingredients, our liquid lactic acid is free from additives and artificial ingredients and is kosher, vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO.
Lactic acid is an organic acid that naturally occurs in a variety of foods during the fermentation process. The digestive tract can easily break down lactic acid since it’s naturally present in the body.
Liquid lactic acid is known for its tangy flavor profile and nearly colorless appearance, which lends itself to various food applications. Our food-grade lactic acid can be added to baked goods, like bread, muffins, and cake, as well as other food products, like yogurt and cheese, since it acts as a natural preservative. Our food-grade lactic acid helps to extend the shelf life of many foods, preventing bacteria growth.
The slightly sour taste of natural lactic acid also enhances the flavor profile of baked goods, candies, and culinary cuisines. You can use lactic acid for cooking by adding it to marinades, dressings, and sauces. The all-natural lactic acid helps to balance pH levels and acidity.
Use our food-grade lactic acid in recipes that have leavening agents, like yeast and baking soda. The natural lactic acid works in conjunction with the leavening agents to help the baked goods rise in a timely manner. Our liquid lactic acid for baking applications helps improve the texture of desserts and bread.
For vegetarian dishes, lactic acid is used to impart the tangy and slightly sour taste that dairy products lend to recipes. Our vegan lactic acid is used in various cooking and baking applications catering to a diverse range of palates.
When incorporating lactic acid into cooking and baking applications, start with a small amount and then add more if desired. The liquid formula of our food-grade lactic acid is very concentrated.
Liquid lactic acid is also used in skincare products, as it lends beneficial properties to the skin with its hydrating and exfoliating properties.
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