Sugars & Sweeteners
Lactose vs Stevia Powder in gelato
| Parameter | Lactose | Stevia Powder | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Solids | 100% | 100% | 0 |
| Sugars | 100% | 0% | -100 |
| Fat | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| MSNF | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| Protein | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| POD (sweetening) | 16 | 30000 | +29984 |
| PAC (anti-freezing) | 100 | 0 | -100 |
Per 100 g of product. Δ = Stevia Powder minus Lactose. Verified against independent food-science sources on each ingredient page.
The difference that matters
Lactose has the higher anti-freezing power (PAC 100 vs 0), 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. Stevia Powder sweetens more per gram (POD 30000 vs 16), so you can dose less of it for the same perceived sweetness.
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