Reduced calorie confectionery compositions

摘要

A confectionery composition that has a relatively low caloric content and includes erythritol and an fructo-oligosaccharide component is disclosed. The composition may also include isomalt, polydextrose and/or a high protein material. The composition generally contains very low levels of sugars, such as sucrose, and preferably is substantially free of sugars altogether. The composition typically includes a sufficient amount of fructo-oligosaccharide ("FOS") and/or other components to substantially neutralize the cooling effect of erythritol present.