- Monk fruit is a Natural Sweetener Extracted from Monk fruit.
- Commonly knows as Luo Han Guo & Budha fruit.
- FDA approved monk fruit as a sweetener in year 2010.
- It contains natural sugar like – Fructose & Sucrose.
- It gets its intense sweetness from unique antioxidant called Mongrosides.
During processing, Mongrosides are separated from the fresh- pressed juice. Therefore, monk fruit sweetener does not contain fructose or glucose
Properties :-
- 100–300 X sweeter than sugar.
- Zero calorie.
- Have antioxidant properties.
- Monk fruit sweetener is also mixed with other natural products, such as inulin or erythritol, to reduce the intensity of the sweetness.
Role in Food :-
- Standalone Sweetener ingredient in food and drinks,
- As a flavor enhancer,
- As a component of sweetener blends
Application :-
- Dairy
- Bakery
- Beverages
- Confectionery
- Table Top Sweetener
- Chocolates
- Chewing gums
