Plant-Based Ingredients for Confectionery

Discover Roquette’s plant-based ingredients for confectionery. Solutions for sugar reduction, clean-label texture, and vegan-friendly formats.

Shaping the Future of Sweet Indulgence

The confectionery sector is evolving. While indulgence remains central, consumers are increasingly drawn to products that reflect their values—healthier choices, ethical sourcing, and clean-label transparency.

Feast for the senses consumer trends are driving demand for innovative textures, playful product formats, and intense flavor profiles.

At the same time, health-driven innovation is reshaping the confectionery category. Product launches increasingly feature claims such as low/no/reduced allergens, gluten-free, vegan, and sugar reduction—attributes that are becoming essential for brands seeking relevance in a more conscious and functional snacking market.

Chewing gum is also being reimagined as a functional delivery system, incorporating ingredients that support mental wellness and nutritional enrichment ; opening doors for value-added formulations.

Ingredient Solutions for Modern Confectionery

Roquette’s robust plant-based ingredient portfolio helps confections manufacturers address key formulation challenges while aligning with consumer expectations for healthier indulgence.

Sweetness That Supports Nutritional Goals

SweetPearl^® maltitol offers a smart alternative to sugar, delivering sweetness, bulk, and binding properties with only 2.1 kcal/g. It enables no-added-sugar formulations across multiple formats while maintaining indulgent taste and texture.

Plant-Based Texturizers for Cost-Efficient, Vegan-Friendly Treats

CLEARGUM^® starches support the development of innovative texture gummies, vegan-friendly and gelatin-free confectionery. NUTRALYS^® pea protein allows to craft indulgent, plant-based cocoa creations inspired by milk chocolate without the dairy.

Balancing Indulgence and Nutrition

Whether formulating no-added-sugar chocolate with SweetPearl^® or aiming for up to 30% sugar reduction using NUTRIOSE^® soluble fiber, Roquette’s solutions help you maintain indulgent taste and texture—while meeting consumer expectations for healthier treats.

Roquette’s solutions help maintain taste and texture while supporting enrichment with fiber and protein—two key nutritional claims driving demand in European and North American markets.

Ingredient Applications Across Confectionery Formats

Our diverse portfolio includes multiple grades tailored to specific confectionery applications, from chewing gum mass and coatings to chews, jellies, boiled sweets, and chocolate. Whether optimizing texture, sweetness, or stability.

Structure and Sweetness in One Step

SweetPearl^® maltitol provides both sweetness and binding functionality, making it ideal for chewing-gums. It supports sugar-free claims and delivers a crunchy texture.

Sensory Appeal and Efficiency in Tablet

NEOSORB^® XTAB directly compressible polyols range enables the creation of tablets with unique sensory profiles, from cooling to neutral flavors and soft to hard textures. These versatile ingredients support tooth-friendly, sugar-free formulations with excellent mouthfeel

Unlocking Texture Versatility in Gummies

CLEARGUM^® starches from botanical origins such as corn and pea enhance elasticity in gummies, whether in gelatin-free or standard recipes. They support a wide range of textures—from soft and elastic to short and firm—helping brands differentiate in a competitive market.

“We work side-by-side with our B2B partners to develop confectionery that truly meets the needs of today’s market—delivering on taste, health, sustainability, and convenience.”

Sophie Géraldine Delanoë, Marketing Segment Leader, Roquette Food & Nutrition

Let’s Create Your Sweet Success Together

Roquette brings deep formulation expertise and a robust portfolio of plant-based ingredients to help food producers overcome processing challenges and accelerate innovation. From sugar-free chocolate to functional chewing gum and vegan gummies, our teams work side-by-side with manufacturers to craft indulgent, health-conscious confectionery that meets today’s market expectations.