Replacing sugar in dairy calls for a holistic approach
In dairy products, sugar plays a vital role in sensory experience and functional performance. Cargill’s holistic approach to reduced-sugar formulation ensures nothing is overlooked.
Cargill Solutions
Digging into delight, dialing back sugar
From sweeteners to texturizers, proteins to cocoa and chocolate, Cargill serves up comprehensive ingredient solutions for reduced-sugar dairy delight.
Expert Insights
Reduced-sugar formulation inspiration: Dairy
From shifting consumer expectations for sweetness to dairy nutrients that impact taste dynamics, trimming sugar content in dairy takes a pro. Hear from three of Cargill’s category and technical experts how proven dairy experience and increasingly sophisticated ingredient systems are redefining what’s possible.
Amber McKinzie
Product Marketing Manager,
Sugar Reduction
Allie Schneider
Food Scientist
Emily Berg
Marketing Manager, Beverages
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Protein power parfait
A delicious, nutritious way to start the day or keep hunger at bay. Our layered yogurt parfait spoons up 18g of protein, 8g of fiber and just 1g added sugar per serving – without relying on artificial sweeteners.
Sugar reduction ingredients for dairy
Leverage industry-leading ingredients, dairy formulation expertise & reliable supply.
Stevia
Label-friendly sweeteners support sugar/calorie reduction & cost-optimization benefits. They can also offer flavor modulation when not utilized for sweetness.
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Polyols
Zero-calorie sweeteners add body & mouthfeel; can complement high-intensity sweeteners.
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Rare sugars
Allulose is a versatile sweetener that is 70% as sweet as sugar with 90% fewer calories than sugar, plus offers valuable functional benefits.
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Pectin
Label-friendly, plant-based hydrocolloid that supports texture & body in reduced-sugar formulas; stabilizes proteins in acidified beverages.
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Soluble corn fiber
Label-friendly dietary fiber helps reduce sugar content without impacting taste/texture. At the right usage levels, may enable dietary fiber & prebiotic claims.
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Insights Report
Digging into sweetness
Most consumers want less sugar. What motivates them, which sweeteners do they prefer, and how can your products stand out? Find out in our report.
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Label-friendly solutions
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*FDA defines "sugar reduction" as a reduction of 25% or greater.
Some Cargill products are only approved for use in certain geographies, end uses, and/or at certain usage levels. It is the customer's responsibility to determine, for a particular geography, that (i) the Cargill product, its use and usage levels, (ii) the customer's product and its use, and (iii) any claims made about the customer's product, all comply with applicable laws and regulations.