Guar Gum – Premium Bulk | Gluten Free
Guar Gum – Premium Bulk | Gluten Free
Guar Gum, also known as Indian Cluster Bean or Guar Bean Gum, is a soluble dietary fiber extracted from the seeds of the guar plant. It has been used for centuries as a thickening agent in foods and as a dietary supplement for various health benefits.
Guar gum is most commonly used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in foods such as gravies, ice cream, salad dressings, sauces, and soups. It is often added to gluten-free self-raising flour to improve the texture of baked goods, making them spongier compared to xanthan gum. Additionally, it serves as a fat replacement in recipes, reducing calorie content while maintaining the desired thickness and texture.
As a gluten-free ingredient, guar gum is a safe substitute for individuals with celiac disease, gluten intolerances, or those following a wheat-free diet.
Origin: India
How Much Guar Gum for Gluten-Free Baking?
- Cookies: ¼ to ½ teaspoon per cup of flour
- Cakes & Pancakes: ¾ teaspoon per cup of flour
- Muffins & Quick Breads: 1 teaspoon per cup of flour
- Breads: 1½ to 2 teaspoons per cup of flour
- Pizza Dough: 1 tablespoon per cup of flour
- For Hot Foods (gravies, stews, heated pudding): 1-3 teaspoons per quart of liquid
- For Cold Foods (salad dressings, ice creams, pudding): 1-2 teaspoons per quart of liquid
We recommend guar gum as an alternative to xanthan gum because it is 100% natural and extracted without the use of chemicals.