Stabilizers & Fibers

Soy Lecithin vs Xanthan Gum in gelato

ParameterSoy LecithinXanthan GumΔ
Total Solids99%100%+1
Sugars0%0%0
Fat97%0%-97
MSNF0%0%0
Protein0%0%0
POD (sweetening)000
PAC (anti-freezing)000

Per 100 g of product. Δ = Xanthan Gum minus Soy Lecithin. Verified against independent food-science sources on each ingredient page.

The difference that matters

Soy Lecithin carries more fat (97% vs 0%), giving a richer, warmer mouthfeel but demanding you cut other fats to stay in range.

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