Glucose monohydrate or dextrose monohydrate is a white crystalline substance with chemical formula C6H12O6·H2O. It is a sugar that is found in its natural state in different plant products and is commonly employed in food processing.
Sweetner
Food and Nutrition
Dextrose monohydrate is most commonly used as a sweetener in a wide range of foods and beverages where it imparts a clean, natural sweetness.
It is widely used in cakes, cookies, candies, soft drinks, and most other edible products with added sugar.
Dextrose monohydrate can also be used as a bulking agent to the texture and mouthfeel of the food products.
It is commonly employed in the preparation of confectionery goods such as candies, chewing gums and other related products.
Dextrose monohydrate is used as a fermentation medium in the preparation of different fermented foods like beer, wine and bread among others.
It is mostly used in the manufacture of bread, crackers as well as other products that are prepared through baking.
Dextrose monohydrate is a carbohydrate that aids in supplying energy to the body.
This one is sometimes added to sports drinks, energy bars and other foods and beverages consumed by athletes and other physically active people.
Dextrose monohydrate can be purchased in different packaging forms including bags, boxes or bulk dispatches depending on the type of application and the amount needed in the food industry.