A natural emulsifier for smooth textures and improved stability in baking, chocolate, beverages, and sauces.

Key Benefits

• Plant-based alternative to soy lecithin

• Excellent emulsifier for blending fats and water

• Enhances texture, moisture retention, and mouthfeel

• Improves dough handling, softness, and shelf life in baking

• Perfect for chocolate tempering, beverages, sauces, and cosmetics

• Gluten-free, vegan, Kosher (K)

• Available in {{sizes}} (e.g., 2-oz, 8-oz, 16-oz)

Properties

• Dietary: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Kosher (K)

• Ingredient: 100% Pure Sunflower Lecithin (powder or granules)

• Allergens: None (soy-free)

• Documentation: COA | SDS | SPECs | Certificates

What It Does

Sunflower Lecithin is a natural phospholipid derived from sunflower seeds. It acts as a powerful emulsifier, allowing fats and water to blend seamlessly. In baking and chocolate, it improves dough extensibility, crumb softness, and prevents fat bloom. In sauces and beverages, it creates smooth, stable mixtures. It’s also widely used in cosmetics for its hydrating and stabilizing properties.

Popular Uses

• Baking: Improves dough elasticity, moisture retention, and shelf life

• Chocolate & Confectionery: Prevents fat bloom, improves smoothness

• Beverages: Keeps oil-based and water-based ingredients blended

• Sauces & Dressings: Enhances creaminess and stability without separation

• Supplements & Cosmetics: Used as a natural emulsifier and nutrient source

How to Use

• Typical dosage: 0.3%–1.0% by weight (3–10 g per kg product)

• Blend directly into dry mix or disperse in liquid with high shear

• Works synergistically with xanthan gum and guar gum for added stability

Pro Tips

• For baking, replace soy lecithin 1:1 with sunflower lecithin for a clean-label alternative.

• In chocolate, add during conching to reduce viscosity and improve texture.

• In smoothies and beverages, blend with high shear for best dispersion.

Pair With

• Xanthan Gum — suspension and stability in beverages

• Guar Gum — moisture control in gluten-free baking

• Soy Lecithin — for those who want a direct lecithin comparison

• Cape Crystal Tools & Kits — for accurate measuring and testing

Storage & Shelf Life

• Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Shelf life: up to 2 years under proper storage.

Why Cape Crystal

• Premium, non-GMO sunflower lecithin powder trusted by chefs, bakers, and innovators

• Consistent performance in culinary and cosmetic formulations

• Backed by documentation and excellent customer support

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Sunflower Lecithin used for?
A: As a natural emulsifier, it blends oil and water, improves texture, and prevents separation in baked goods, chocolate, sauces, and beverages.

Q: How does it compare to Soy Lecithin?
A: Sunflower Lecithin is non-GMO, allergen-friendly, and has a clean-label perception. It works as a direct substitute for soy lecithin in most applications.

Q: What’s the dosage?
A: Typically, 0.3%–1.0% of the recipe weight, depending on the system.

Q: Is it vegan and gluten-free?
A: Yes, it’s plant-based, gluten-free, and Kosher certified.

Q: Can it be used in cosmetics or supplements?
A: Yes, it’s widely used in lip balms, creams, and capsules as a natural emulsifier.

Customer Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Made my dairy-free chocolate smooth and glossy.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Excellent replacement for soy lecithin — works beautifully in gluten-free bread.”

Call to Action

Ready to upgrade your emulsifier? Order Cape Crystal Brands Non-GMO Sunflower Lecithin today in 2-oz, 8-oz, or 16-oz packs — and bring smoother textures to your recipes!

Further reading:

A Guide to Lecithin In Cooking

Sunflower Lecithin: Health Benefit & Side Effect

The Benefits of Sunflower Lecithin

Sunflower Lecithin: Natural Emulsifier