Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum 227g, Pack Of 6

About this item:

BAKING ESSENTIAL: A key ingredient for gluten free baking, Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Xanthan Gum is an effective substitute for gluten in baked goods

GLUTEN ALTERNATIVE: Xanthan gum, like gluten, adds the elasticity and thickness required to help baked goods hold together and rise properly

MULTI-PURPOSE INGREDIENT: Used as an emulsifier as well as to thicken liquids and batters for a smooth, creamy texture

FOR ANY DIET: Plant-based and made from a string of sugars called a polysaccharide, xanthan gum is natural and ideal for gluten free, kosher and vegan diets

BOB'S RED MILL: Make folks a little happier; it's the idea that keeps our stone mills grinding to fill every bag with wholesome goodness

Product description:

Xanthan Gum is a plant-based thickening and stabilizing agent. It is named for the bacteria, Xanthomonas campestris, which plays a crucial role in this description. Technically speaking, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, which is just a fancy way to say "a string of multiple sugars." To create xanthan gum, the Xanthomonas campestris bacterium is allowed to ferment on a sugar. The result is a gel that is then dried and milled to create the powder substance.