Cholesterol free butter flavored granules with low caloric content

Abstract From the Canadian patent

Granules having natural butter flavor are provided the granules being formed of a carrier such as maltodextrin a, small amount of a fat such as a vegetable oil and enzyme modified, butter oil, with or without but preferably with a water soluble, butter flavor component. The granules may include salt to taste if desired and may also include an emulsifier. The granules of the invention are very low in calories have a high intensity, butter flavor, have no cholesterol and dissolve instantly upon contact with wet and hot foods to provide the flavor and mouthfeel of butter.