Common Foods Containing Maltitol: Sugar-Free Candies, Ice Cream, Protein Bars, and More

Maltitol is a sugar alcohol (polyol) used as a low-calorie sweetener. Common sources:

• Sugar-free candies, chocolates, gums
• No-sugar-added ice cream, frozen desserts
• Protein bars, energy bars, meal replacements
• Baked goods: cookies, cakes, muffins
• Jams, jellies, syrups
• Salad dressings, sauces
• Diet soft drinks, flavored waters
• Yogurt, pudding, dairy desserts
• Breakfast cereals, granola
• Tabletop sweeteners (often blended)

Note

Maltitol provides ~2.1 kcal/g (vs. 4 for sucrose), has glycemic index ~35, and may cause gastrointestinal distress (gas, bloating, diarrhea) in sensitive individuals or at high doses (>20–30 g).