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A natural additive obtained from the bark of the acacia tree, Gum Arabic is colorless, tasteless and odorless and is used in commercial food processing to thicken, emulsify and stabilize foods such as candy, ice cream and sweet syrups. Also used in cake decorating to make gum paste.
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Used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in a variety of foods. Also prevents ice crystals from forming in ice creams and provides a "fat feel" in low or no-fat dairy products. For best results, use 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum per cup of liquid called for in recipe. Whip in a blender with liquid to prevent clumping.
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