Mec3 Caramel Compound - Bulk 4.5 KG Professional Flavoring Paste

Mec3 Caramel Compound is a high-performance, concentrated flavoring paste designed for professional gelato makers, pastry chefs, and artisanal bakers. This premium Italian compound delivers a rich, deeply caramelized flavor with a smooth, buttery profile that integrates perfectly into both hot and cold applications. Unlike thin syrups, this dense paste provides a robust flavor intensity and a warm golden hue without compromising the structure of your recipes.

Whether you are creating signature gelato, flavoring decadent mousses, or enhancing cake batters, this bulk 4.5 KG pail offers the consistency and quality required for high-volume production. As a Canadian seller based in Calgary, Alberta, we offer these essential professional ingredients with fast shipping across Canada to keep your business running smoothly.

BEST FOR: Gelato, sorbet, pastry creams, buttercream, cake batters, and chocolate ganache.

ALLERGEN NOTE: CONTAINS MILK. PRODUCED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES EGGS, SOY, AND NUTS.

WHY IT WORKS

• Concentrated Flavor Depth: Delivers a traditional, burnt-sugar caramel profile with a small dosage, ensuring excellent cost-efficiency for large batches.

• Perfect Texture Preservation: The thick paste format prevents ice crystal formation in frozen desserts and maintains the stability of whipped creams and frostings.

• Reliable Color Consistency: Provides a beautiful, natural caramel tone to finished products, eliminating the need for additional artificial food coloring.

• Versatile Application: Engineered to perform in both frozen environments and high-heat baking, making it a true multi-purpose kitchen staple.

• Professional Grade Quality: Manufactured by Mec3, the industry standard for gelato and pastry ingredients, ensuring a shelf-stable and dependable product.

USE CASES

• Artisanal Gelaterias: Use as a primary flavoring base to create a rich salted caramel gelato or as a flavorful swirl for vanilla and nut-based flavors.

• Commercial Bakeries: Blend into Swiss meringue buttercream or cream cheese frosting for a natural-tasting caramel finish that holds its shape.

• Fine Dining Pastry: Incorporate into panna cotta, brûlée bases, or cheesecake fillings to provide a sophisticated, deep caramel note.

• Specialty Chocolatiers: Flavor white or milk chocolate ganache for truffle centers, ensuring a long shelf life and a smooth, professional mouthfeel.

SPECS

• SIZE: 4.5 KG (9.9 lbs)

• BRAND: Mec3

• FLAVOR: Caramel

• FORMAT: Concentrated Paste

• ORIGIN: Italy

• STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry place. Stir well before use to ensure a uniform consistency.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the recommended dosage for this caramel compound? The standard professional dosage is approximately 70g to 100g per kilogram of base mix, but this can be adjusted according to your specific flavor requirements.

Can this compound be used in baked goods? Yes, it is bake-stable and is excellent for adding a rich caramel flavor to sponge cakes, cookies, and muffin batters.

Does it need to be refrigerated after opening? Refrigeration is not strictly necessary if stored in a cool, dry environment; however, it can help maintain flavor aromatics over a longer period.

Is this compound suitable for making salted caramel? Absolutely. Simply add high-quality sea salt to your mix alongside the compound to create a premium salted caramel flavor.

Can I use this as a topping or sauce? While it is primarily a concentrated flavoring agent meant for mixing, it can be diluted with cream or syrup to create a custom dessert sauce.

Is this product gluten-free? While the ingredients do not traditionally contain gluten, it is manufactured in a facility that handles various ingredients. Please refer to the packaging for the most current certification details.