Application of Resistant Dextrin in Desserts and Ice Cream
Excellent processing stability
low viscosity with good solubility
slightly sweet and tasteless without affecting flavor
high tolerance
Application of Resistant Dextrin in Desserts and Ice Cream
What is Resistant Dextrin?
Natural Soluble Fiber, Gentle Care
Resistant dextrin is a low-molecular-weight water-soluble dietary fiber produced through partial hydrolysis, polymerization, and separation processes using non-GMO natural corn starch as raw material. It is a low-calorie water-soluble dietary fiber obtained through industrial extraction and refinement of indigestible components from baked dextrin.
The dietary fiber content of resistant dextrin can reach 82% or higher, belonging to the soluble dietary fiber category. It appears as a white to light yellow powder, slightly sweet and tasteless, with excellent water solubility. A 10% aqueous solution appears transparent or pale yellow with a pH value of 4.0-6.0.
Unlike artificial additives, resistant dextrin provides natural dietary fiber benefits with excellent processing stability, making it perfect for clean label formulations that consumers trust and prefer.
Health Benefits
Promotes Intestinal Health
Not easily digested and absorbed by the small intestine, can reach the large intestine intact, where it is utilized by probiotics, promoting beneficial bacteria proliferation and improving the intestinal microecological environment.
Lowers Blood Sugar Levels
Has physiological functions of lowering blood sugar, does not cause drastic blood sugar fluctuations, suitable for diabetics and individuals requiring blood sugar control.
Helps Prevent Obesity
Low-calorie characteristics (approximately 2 kcal/g) help control total calorie intake, supporting weight management.
Enhances Satiety
As a soluble dietary fiber, it can delay gastric emptying time, increase satiety, and reduce overeating.
Improves Mineral Absorption
Helps promote the absorption of minerals such as calcium and magnesium, especially calcium absorption in the small intestine and colon.
High Tolerance
Daily intake threshold can reach 90g, unlikely to cause gastrointestinal discomfort or bloating.
Application Advantages
Increases Dietary Fiber Content
As high-purity dietary fiber (content can reach 82% or higher), it can significantly increase the dietary fiber content of products, meeting consumer demand for high-fiber foods.
Reduces Product Calories
Low-calorie characteristics (approximately 0.5-1.5 kcal/g) help reduce total product calories, creating lightweight healthy desserts and ice cream.
Does Not Affect Product Flavor
Slightly sweet and tasteless characteristics do not affect the original flavor of products, maintaining the delicious taste of desserts and ice cream.
Excellent Processing Stability
Remains stable under high-temperature, frozen, and other processing conditions, adapting to various production processes.
Real-World Applications
Product Information
Brand: Nick's | Company: Nick's
1 pint tub light ice cream with only 250 calories. No added sugar formula using allulose and sucralose as natural sweeteners.
Key Ingredients
Resistant Dextrin Value
Fiber Fortification: As main component of soluble corn fiber, serves as high-fiber fortifier containing only 250 calories per pint while providing substantial dietary fiber content.
Low-Calorie Support: Low-calorie characteristics help product achieve low-calorie positioning without affecting smooth mouthfeel of ice cream.
Enhanced Satiety: Enhances satiety of product, allowing consumers to enjoy delicious ice cream while obtaining longer-lasting satisfaction.
Product Information
Brand: Co-op | Company: Co-op
600g redesigned pack classic British dessert. Vegetarian, ethical eco-friendly packaging with traffic light nutritional labeling.
Key Ingredients
Resistant Dextrin Value
Fiber Fortification: As one of components of modified corn starch, serves as dietary fiber fortifier and stabilizer, increasing dietary fiber content of product.
Layer Stability: Enhances binding stability between layers of trifle, maintaining structure and texture integrity.
Moisture Retention: Moisture retention properties prevent sponge cake from drying out during refrigeration, maintaining trifle's moistness while low-calorie characteristics help control total calories.
Product Information
Brand: Oppo | Company: Oppo
3×80ml multipack premium ice cream with only 130 calories per serving. B Corp certified with Nutri-Score C grade and Great Taste 2022 award winner.
Key Ingredients
Resistant Dextrin Value
Fiber Enhancement: As component of soluble corn fiber, serves as fiber fortifier helping product maintain nutritional value while reducing calories.
Synergistic Effect: Works synergistically with fructooligosaccharides to enhance dietary fiber content of product without affecting smooth mouthfeel of ice cream.
Health Attributes: Enhances health attributes of product, allowing delicious ice cream to meet consumer demand for healthy desserts with only 130 calories per serving.
Product Information
Brand: NaturGreen | Company: NaturGreen
250g pack (2×125g units) ambient dessert. Organic certified, gluten-free, vegan/animal-free formula with simple pure taste experience.
Key Ingredients
Resistant Dextrin Value
Alternative Fiber Solution: Corn starch and agave inulin components provide alternative solutions for fiber fortification with similar health benefits to resistant dextrin.
Prebiotic Benefits: Agave inulin as prebiotic dietary fiber promotes intestinal health and enhances satiety, demonstrating how combination of various dietary fiber components achieves functional effects similar to resistant dextrin.
Organic Formulation: Creates healthy organic ambient dessert meeting vegan and environmentally conscious consumer needs with ambient storage convenience.
Company Introduction
Leading Global Manufacturer of Functional Sweeteners Since 1997
Baolingbao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and solution services of functional carbohydrates. Founded in 1997, we are focused on enzyme engineering and fermentation engineering, serving customers across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide.
In 2009, we became the first functional sugar company listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 002286) in China's A-share market. Today, we have established deep strategic partnerships with major global customers including Coca-Cola, Danone, Yili Group, and Perfect (China).The company operates on a site spanning 300 acres, with an annual production capacity of 600,000 tons and a workforce of 1,300 employees.
Advanced R&D Capabilities
Possessing 9 R&D platforms including national enterprise technology center, national-local joint engineering lab, and postdoctoral research workstation. Expert team composed of academicians, Taishan Scholars, and overseas experts.
Global Market Presence
Products exported to over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Strategic partnerships with majority of core customers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and dietary supplement industries.
World-Class Manufacturing
Baolingbao's production infrastructure is characterized by a high degree of automation, intelligence, and digitalization. The company has made substantial investments in key facilities, including drying towers, pharmaceutical-grade sugar production lines, digital erythritol plants, and intelligent stereo warehouses. Featuring internationally sourced technologies and advanced control systems, these initiatives have enhanced production efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and enabled full traceability across the supply chain.In support of sustainable operations, Baolingbao manages 40,000 mu (approximately 2,667 hectares) of regenerative agricultural planting bases and generates 10 million kWh of photovoltaic power annually.
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
First batch to pass FDA on-site audit. Certified with GMP, GRAS, HALAL, Kosher, Organic (US & EU standards), ISO9001/22000/14000/45001. End-to-end food safety from farm to table.
Innovation & Industry Leadership
Over 260 patent applications submitted with 97 patents granted and more than 70 core technologies developed. Actively participated in formulation of 1 international standard and over 30 national standards.
Contact Us
baolingbao@blb-cn.com
