Resistant Dextrin Application in Chocolate
low-molecular-weight soluble dietary fibre powder
excellent solubility with low solution viscosity
good heat and acid processing stability
high digestive tolerance up to 45 grams daily
Resistant Dextrin Application in Chocolate
1.1 What is Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin
Natural Sweetness, Enhanced Performance
Resistant dextrin (also called indigestible dextrin) is a low-molecular-weight soluble dietary fibre. It is produced from non-GMO natural corn starch through partial hydrolysis, repolymerization and separation, extracting the indigestible fraction from roasted dextrin.
Its dietary fibre content can reach 82 percent or more. It appears as a white to pale yellow powder with a mild, slightly sweet and neutral taste and excellent water solubility; a 10 percent aqueous solution is clear or pale yellow with a pH of 4.0-6.0.
Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin is barely digested or absorbed in the small intestine and can reach the large intestine relatively intact, where it is selectively utilized by beneficial gut bacteria, making it a multifunctional ingredient combining fibre fortification, prebiotic action and low-calorie bulking.
1.2 Health Benefits of Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin
Dietary fibre supplementation
With a fibre content above 82 percent, good solubility and a clean, grit-free mouthfeel, it can markedly raise the fibre content of chocolate without changing its flavor or texture, helping consumers who do not eat enough vegetables and whole grains meet their fibre needs.
Smoothing post-meal blood glucose
Resistant dextrin is not digested in the small intestine and does not cause a rapid rise in blood glucose; it also helps delay and reduce the absorption of sugars and fats, suiting reduced-sugar, low-GI and blood-glucose-management products.
Improving the gut environment
As a soluble fibre it reaches the large intestine intact and is fermented by beneficial bacteria such as bifidobacteria, promoting intestinal movement and stool water content and supporting regular bowel function.
Low calories for weight management
At only 0.5-1.5 kcal per gram, about one quarter to one third of sucrose, and able to increase satiety, it lowers the calorie load of chocolate while helping reduce overeating.
1.4 Application Advantages of Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin in Chocolate
Fibre fortification without grittiness
With excellent solubility, low solution viscosity and no off-taste, it adds fibre to chocolate without the sandy or dry mouthfeel that bran or grain fibres can cause, preserving a silky texture while supporting a source of dietary fibre claim.
Sugar and fat replacement with bulk
Its mild sweetness lets it replace part of the sucrose and fat while supplying solids and bulk, preventing the crumbly, hollow texture common in reduced-sugar chocolate and easily reaching more than 10 grams of fibre per 100 grams.
Improving filling texture and anti-crystallization
In nougat, caramel and mousse fillings it raises the amorphous ratio of the sugar phase, inhibits sucrose recrystallization, and helps fillings retain moisture and stay soft and chewy throughout shelf life.
Low glycemic functional claims
Its low caloric value, negligible glycemic impact and role in reducing sugar and fat absorption support reduced-sugar, low-GI and body-shaping positioning.
Heat- and acid-tolerant, processing friendly
It withstands the temperature, shear and pH conditions of chocolate refining, conching, tempering and filling boiling without breaking down or affecting cocoa flavor release.
Good tolerance and flexible blending
With a high daily tolerance and low risk of bloating, it blends well with maltitol, inulin and polydextrose to balance sweetness, texture and fibre content.
2. Product Applications
Product Information
Brand: Dove | Company: Mars
Lightly sweet, silky smooth milk chocolate tablet with added crispy oat balls and 50% less sugar.
Key Ingredients
Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin Value
Fibre Fortification & Bulking: Restores solids and volume after sugar reduction to prevent loose texture, reaching 14.6g of dietary fibre per 100g.
Flavor Preservation: Low viscosity and neutral taste maintain signature silkiness and do not disrupt oat ball crispness.
Product Information
Brand: Glico Libera | Company: Ezaki Glico
Functional milk chocolate pieces notified under Japan's Foods with Function Claims system.
Key Ingredients
Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin Value
Functional Core: Contains 5g of indigestible dextrin per pack to suppress fat and sugar absorption.
Texture Compatibility: Good solubility and low viscosity allow high addition levels without grittiness, preserving melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Product Information
Brand: Cadbury Delights | Company: Mondelez International
Milk chocolate bar combining vanilla-flavoured soft nougat, crisp rice, and flowing salted caramel.
Key Ingredients
Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin Value
Moisture & Texture Retention: Works with glucose syrup to inhibit sucrose recrystallization, keeping nougat fluffy and caramel flowing.
Nutritional Enhancement: Raises fibre content to 12g per 100g with low viscosity, enabling a high fibre claim and light calorie profile.
About the Company
Baolingbao Biology Co., Ltd.
Large-Scale Manufacturing & Supply
Operating across 1,600 acres with 16 production lines and a 600,000-ton annual capacity, Baolingbao provides integrated R&D and reliable delivery of soluble dietary fibres like Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin globally.
Intelligent Manufacturing & Quality Control
Utilizing digital production lines, smart warehousing, 5G, and big data management, Baolingbao ensures traceable quality and batch-stable Velfibra™Resistant Dextrin for global chocolate partners.
Contact Us
baolingbao@blb-cn.com
