Items Tagged with 'Caramel'

Reaffirming chocolate’s near universal appeal, a new survey from Cargill finds most Americans indulge in a chocolate-flavored treat every day. Viewed as a reward, mood lifter, energy booster and the secret to surviving a tough day, the company’s ChocoLogic™ research reveals consumers’ preferences, motivations and attitudes toward the decadent ingredient.

International Molasses (IM), a leading supplier of molasses and natural sweeteners, introduces CaneRite™ Panela, an all-natural, free-flowing powder sweetener made from the freshly squeezed juice of the entire sugar cane plant. 

Soy sauce is one of the oldest condiments and continues to grow in popularity. Its flavoring characteristics make it a versatile base for marinades and cooking sauces. 

“Comax is pleased to offer our customers this sweet and comforting collection with a variety of flavor combinations and formulas,” says Catherine Armstrong, Comax Flavors vice president of corporate communications.

National Caramel Month is observed annually in October and National Caramel Day is observed annually on April 5, so mark your calendars and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Although synthetic food colors (FD&C colors) have historically been favored by the industry due to predictable performance and lower cost, in recent years consumers have increasingly demanded the use of natural colorants.

The challenge that comes with creating true, authentic caramel flavor is that it is a multi-faceted flavor that changes depending on the cooking technique and temperature at preparation.

M&M'S® has updated one of the most popular flavors by covering soft caramel in a candy coated shell.