What is sodium stearoyl lactylate?

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL) is created from the sodium salt of lactic acid and stearic acid. SSL, a light yellow powder with a waxy texture, is commonly used for its emulsification properties that improve the ability for certain foods to remain combined. It also extends the shelf life of processed foods. The ingredient is found in commercially produced baked goods, icings, pastas, cereals, sauces, and other commercial food products.

Fast Food

We provide information about popular fast food menu items. Our primary focus is aggregating nutritional information, including calories, nutrients, ingredients, and allergens to help you learn what’s in food and beverages served at quick service restaurants and make informed decisions about your diet.

Dunkin’ Old Fashioned Donut
10/22/2025

The Old Fashioned Donut from Dunkin’ Donuts has 310 calories, 19 grams fat, 30 grams carbohydrates, and 4 grams protein. Read this…

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McDonald’s Cheeseburger
12/02/2025

McDonald’s Cheeseburger is a simple, yet highly popular menu item. It’s made with a single patty from 100% beef and a slice…

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Arby’s Mozzarella Sticks
09/30/2025

Arby’s mozzarella sticks are made with soft, melty mozzarella that is battered and fried until it has a crispy exterior. The cheese…

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Steak ‘n Shake Single Steakburger with Cheese
11/26/2025

Steak ‘n Shake makes its steakburgers with 100% pure beef. There are 430 calories, 24 grams fat, 34 grams carbohydrates, and 21…

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Burger King Original Chicken Sandwich
09/15/2025

This sandwich is made with white meat chicken that is lightly breaded and fried. Topped with lettuce and a creamy mayonnaise spread,…

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Dairy Queen Cheese Deluxe Signature Stackburger
07/07/2025

A Dairy Queen Cheese Deluxe Signature Stackburger is made with 100% real beef and two types of cheeses: American cheese and white…

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Burger King Chicken Nuggets
09/16/2025

Burger King Chicken Nuggets are made with white meat chicken that’s coated in a special seasoning and fried to a crispy exterior….

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Shake Shack Cheeseburger
07/27/2025

This fast food cheeseburger is made with a grilled Angus beef patty and topped with melted cheese. The cheeseburger is served on a…

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Dairy Queen Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Blizzard
07/27/2025

The famous DQ Blizzard is created with thick and creamy vanilla ice cream blended with pieces of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup candy….

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McDonald’s Baked Apple Pie
12/02/2025

McDonald’s Baked Apple Pie is made with 100% American-grown apples and a lattice crust. There are 230 calories, 11 grams fat, 33…

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