Dry mix for a low-calorie slush
OwnerCharles R. Mason, Walter L. Schmidt +2inventors
InventorsCHARLES R. MASON, WALTER L. SCHMIDT, RITA W. BRANDER, AUDRA L. LANDON
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Abstract
A dry mix for producing a low-calorie slush when combined with an aqueous fluid and ice in an electric blender. The dry mix contains 62-87% bulking agent, such as maltodextrin, 2-20% food acid, 3-15% low-viscosity hydrocolloid, 1-8% non-gelling hydrocolloid, one or more intensive sweeteners and optionally a carbonating salt. Preferably, the mix is sugar-free and produces a slush, when combined with water and ice, having a calorie content of less than 60 calories per 8-ounce serving.
Claims11
A dry, sugar-free mix adapted to produce an edible slush upon being blended with water and ice, said mix being comprised of:
- 2 62-87% carbohydrate or sugar alcohol bulking agent 2-20% food acid 3-15% low-viscosity hydrocolloid 1-8% non-gelling hydrocolloid
- said mix further containing intensive sweetener, flavor agents and color agents.
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