Sugars & Sweeteners
Lactose vs Xylitol in gelato
| Parameter | Lactose | Xylitol | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Solids | 100% | 100% | 0 |
| Sugars | 100% | 100% | 0 |
| Fat | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| MSNF | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| Protein | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| POD (sweetening) | 16 | 100 | +84 |
| PAC (anti-freezing) | 100 | 220 | +120 |
Per 100 g of product. Δ = Xylitol minus Lactose. Verified against independent food-science sources on each ingredient page.
The difference that matters
Xylitol has the higher anti-freezing power (PAC 220 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. Xylitol sweetens more per gram (POD 100 vs 16), so you can dose less of it for the same perceived sweetness.
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