maltodextrin

noun

malto·​dex·​trin ˌmȯl-tō-ˈdek-strən 

: any of various carbohydrates derived from the partial hydrolysis of starch (as of corn or potatoes) and used in prepared foods especially as a filler and to enhance texture and flavor

Examples of maltodextrin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So, my whole-food gel replacements must contain up to 90 grams of carbs and break down as easily as maltodextrin. —Mallory Arnold, Outside Online, 11 Jan. 2023

Dextrose, maltodextrin, and sugar alcohols like xylitol and erythritol are common ingredients added to stevia products. —Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2024

For example, maltodextrin is a starch product used to improve the taste and texture of pre-packaged foods. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 24 July 2024

Check with your healthcare provider before making recipes with maltodextrin. —Jillian Kubala, Rd, Health, 1 July 2024

Part of the reason why is because of maltodextrin, an emulsifier that slows down the melting rate of ice cream. —Kayla Hui, Verywell Health, 16 May 2024

Navigating Ultra-Processed Food Choices The FAO suggests that a good first step in identifying whether a food is ultra-processed is if the ingredients listed contain items not typically used in kitchen cooking, like maltodextrin and artificial sweeteners. —Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Health, 3 Feb. 2024

Added sugars, such as corn syrup, cane sugar, and high fructose corn syrup, maltodextrin. —Emily Shiffer, Women's Health, 28 Mar. 2023

Briogeo’s formula is made with maltodextrin, which is used to lightly coat the hair shaft for instant fullness. —Sam Peters, ELLE, 28 Feb. 2023

Word History

Etymology

maltose + -o- + dextrin

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above