Xanthan gum

If your GF flour blend doesn't have xanthan gum already, the amount you add will vary based on what you're baking. Here's a guide to help you.

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Xanthan gum is marketed as a natural emulsifier, and it’s used as an alternative to gluten in lots of so-called health food products. But is it safe to eat? Find out here!

If you are looking for a xanthan gum substitute in your gluten-free baking, read this guide! You'll learn why it's important and what else you can use.

What is xanthan gum and is this common binder found in gluten free foods something you really want to eat after you learn how it's produced? Probably not...

I get this question almost on a daily basis: “Hey Cara, I see that you don’t use xanthan gum in some of your recipes and I was wondering: Is xanthan gum actually bad for you?” Since this has become a hot topic over the past couple of years, I thought I would weigh in on my...Read More

There are so many different things you can do with xanthan gum. This guide will show you different xanthan gum uses and substitutions.

Xanthan Gum seems to be everywhere. Here's everything you need to know about this controversial ingredient including why I never use it.

First discovered by a team of chemists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the 1960s, xanthan gum is a common food additive that works as a stabilizer and thickener. Xanthan gum is made from corn and occurs when glucose, lactose, or sucrose is fermented by bacteria, creating a gummy substance. The gooey mixture is then dehydrated and ground into powder. The powder is how the product is used in homes, food processors & bakeries worldwide. #xanthangum #ultimateguide #bestrecipes

For the majority of people within the gluten-free baking community, xanthan gum is the holy grail of baking. It’s easily the most popular binding agent and most gluten-free recipes feature it as a crucial ingredient.