Vegetable glycerine

Vegetable glycerine is a clear, odourless liquid that comes from plants, usually derived from sources like soy, coconut, or palm oil. It is commonly used in food products as a sweetener, preservative or moisturiser, and can also be found in skincare and cosmetic items due to its moisturising properties.

To make vegetable glycerine, plant oils undergo a process called hydrolysis, where the glycerin is separated from the fatty acids. This results in a versatile, syrupy liquid that is considered safe for consumption, with a slightly sweet taste.

You might spot vegetable glycerine on food labels as an ingredient in products like baked goods, dairy products, condiments, and processed foods. It is used to help retain moisture, enhance texture and preserve freshness. Additionally, it can be found in items such as cakes, ice cream, sauces, and even some beverages to provide a smooth mouthfeel or act as a natural sweetener.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Vegetable glycerine

Sainsbury's Belgian Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Taste Difference
Sainsbury's Belgian Milk Chocolate Cookies, Taste the Difference
Sainsbury's Belgian White Chocolate & Raspberry Cookies, Taste Difference
Sainsbury's Blueberry Mini Muffins
Sainsbury's Blueberry Muffins
Sainsbury's Caramel & Chocolate Crispy Bites
Sainsbury's Caramelised Biscuit Christmas Pudding, Taste the Difference
Mr Kipling Cherry Bakewells
Sainsbury's Choc Mini Roll Tub, Taste Difference (approx.)
Sainsbury's Chocolate Brownie Bites

Weight Watchers Chocolate Cake Slice
Sainsbury's Chocolate Mini Rolls
Sainsbury's Chocolate Yule Log
Mr Kipling Christmas Slices
Sainsbury's Colombian Coffee Cake, Taste the Difference
Mr Kipling Exceedingly Good Golden Syrup Sponge Puddings
Mr Kipling Exceedingly Good... Raspberry Sponge Puddings
Mr Kipling Flamingo Slices
Sainsbury's Frangipane Mince Pies, Taste the Difference
Warburtons Gluten Free White Wraps
Plant Pioneers Grown Delicious Mince Pies
Mr Kipling Halloween Fiendish Fancies
Sainsbury's Iced Rich Fruit Cake Slices, Taste the Difference
Sainsbury's Iced Topped Mince Pies
Weight Watchers Lemon Cake Slice