Xylitol 250 g (bag) (Finland) - SANTINI

DESCRIPTION

XYLITOL 250 g (BAG) - SANTINI (FINLAND)

Xylitol, also known as "birch sugar," is a sweetener obtained from hardwood trees, primarily birch. Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance used as a substitute for white sugar. The glycemic index of xylitol is close to 8, meaning it is processed in the body with minimal insulin, and the energy value is only 240 kcal per 100 g.
Xylitol is produced without yeast. Xylitol is free from gluten, egg, soy, milk protein, and lactose. It does not ferment or caramelize.

INGREDIENTS
100% xylitol

NUTRITIONAL VALUE PER 100 g
Energy value: 1000 kJ / 240 kcal
Lipids: 0 g
of which saturated fatty acids: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 99.8 g
of which sugars: 0.2 g
of which polyols (polyols): 98.5 g
Protein: 0 g
Salt: 0.01 g p>

Application and use:
- as a table sweetener, where one teaspoon of xylitol corresponds to approximately 1 teaspoon of white sugar.
- to sweeten dishes, desserts, drinks
- for baking, taking into account that xylitol is not a nutrient for yeast and is very hygroscopic and does not caramelize.

RECOMMENDED STORAGE CONDITIONS
Store in a dry place at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius.