Sugars & Sweeteners
Sugar - Fructose vs Lactose in gelato
| Parameter | Sugar - Fructose | Lactose | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Solids | 100% | 100% | 0 |
| Sugars | 100% | 100% | 0 |
| Fat | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| MSNF | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| Protein | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| POD (sweetening) | 170 | 16 | -154 |
| PAC (anti-freezing) | 190 | 100 | -90 |
Per 100 g of product. Δ = Lactose minus Sugar - Fructose. Verified against independent food-science sources on each ingredient page.
The difference that matters
Sugar - Fructose has the higher anti-freezing power (PAC 190 vs 100), so swapping toward it makes the mix softer and lowers the serving temperature; trim other high-PAC sugars if you want the same scoop hardness. Sugar - Fructose sweetens more per gram (POD 170 vs 16), so you can dose less of it for the same perceived sweetness.
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