Dr. Oetker
Purple Gel Food Coloring 15 g
Concentrated food gel, from pastel lavender to deep purple
Presentation
Dr. Oetker purple gel food coloring lets you achieve deep purples or pastel lavenders without making your mixtures runny. Its concentrated texture can be measured drop by drop and preserves texture and bake stability.
- Capacity
- 15 g
- Resealable squeeze tube
- Texture
- Gel
- Concentrated, does not alter consistency
- Dosage
- Drop by drop
- From pastel lavender to deep purple
Uses
- Buttercream, royal icing and white ganache for Halloween or galaxy-themed cakes
- Sugar paste and flower fondant (lavender, violets) and ombré decorations
- Cookies and cupcakes
- Creams and sponge cakes
- Mix with the pink or blue from the range to adjust the shade
Technical specifications
| Net weight | 15 g |
|---|---|
| Type | Gel food coloring, violet |
| Ingredients | Glucose syrup, sugar, water, colorings (carmine E120, Brilliant Blue FCF E133), acidity regulators (citric acid, lactic acid, acetic acid, sodium lactate), gelling agent (carrageenan), preservative (potassium sorbate) |
| Allergens | None of the major allergens requiring mandatory declaration are included in this ingredient list |
| Dietary suitability | Contains E120 (carmine, animal-derived) and E133: not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets |
| Nutritional values (100 g) | 1033 kJ / 243 kcal, fat 0 g, of which saturates 0 g, carbohydrates 61 g, of which sugars 43 g, protein 0 g, salt 0.06 g |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place; close the tube tightly after use |
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, our tips
How do you make a pastel lavender shade?
Add the gel drop by drop, mixing well between each drop: one to two drops are enough for 300 g of mixture for a pastel shade.
Can you create an ombré or galaxy effect with this gel?
Yes, by gradually adding the gel to separate portions of batter or icing, from pastel violet to a very deep violet, for an ombré or galaxy effect.
Is Dr. Oetker violet gel food coloring suitable for vegetarians?
No, it contains carmine (E120, animal-derived) and Brilliant Blue FCF (E133). It is not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets.
Additional resources
Discover the other shades in the Dr. Oetker range: red gel, yellow gel and pink gel. Also explore the entire Dr. Oetker collection and the full range of food colorings.
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Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
