Applications of Food Colors in Cooking:
1. Decorative Baking and Confectionery:

• Used to color icing, fondant, and cake decorations for themed cakes and pastries.
2. Coloring Beverages:

• Added to homemade drinks like smoothies, juices, and cocktails to make them more attractive.

3. Food Presentation:

• Used in garnishes or to create colorful plating effects in gourmet dishes.
4. Candies and Sweets:

• Incorporated into candies, chocolates, and jellies to create vibrant, appealing products.

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Applications of Food Colors in Food Manufacturing:
1. Product Branding and Differentiation:

• Used in packaged foods like cereals, snacks, and beverages to distinguish brands and flavors.

2. Enhancing Natural Colors:

• Brightening or stabilizing natural colors in processed foods such as sauces, soups, and dairy products.

3. Color Consistency:

• Ensuring uniform appearance across batches in large-scale production.

4. Creating Visually Appealing Confectionery:

• Used in the manufacturing of candies, chewing gums, and gummies to achieve vibrant, uniform colors.

5. Fortification and Nutritional Appeal:

• Sometimes used to make health-promoting foods more appealing (e.g., colorful fruit-flavored drinks).