Agar Powder, Vegan Gelatin Substitute & Thickener - 5 oz

NOW Real Food® Agar Powder is a pure, plant-based gelatinous powder derived from marine red algae. This 5 oz vegan thickening powder is designed as a convenient vegetarian substitute for beef gelatin in food applications, making it a smart choice for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and low-sodium kitchens. Agar powder is commonly used to help create structure, thickness, and gel-like texture in jellies, desserts, soups, ice cream, molds, and other recipes.

With its neutral profile and highly functional texture support, agar powder is ideal for shoppers looking for a clean, non-GMO gelatin alternative that fits plant-based cooking and specialty diet routines. It can be simmered with water to thicken and set recipes, then adjusted depending on the desired firmness. Whether you are making vegan desserts, fruit gels, custards, sauces, or culinary thickened recipes, this pure agar powder offers a dependable pantry ingredient for everyday cooking and baking needs.

Key Benefits

• Supports vegan and vegetarian recipes as a plant-based gelatin substitute
• Helps create thickness and gel-like texture in jellies, desserts, soups, and ice cream
• Promotes convenient recipe preparation with a pure powdered format
• Designed to support gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, sugar-free, and non-GMO eating routines
• Helps maintain a versatile pantry option for plant-based cooking and baking

Product Details

Featured Ingredients

Agar Powder: A naturally gelatinous powder sourced from marine red algae. Agar is valued in cooking because it helps provide thickening, stabilizing, and gel-forming properties without using animal-derived gelatin.

Marine Red Algae Source: This plant-based source makes agar powder suitable for vegan and vegetarian food preparation while offering flexible use in sweet and savory recipes.

How to Use

Agar can be used as a vegan substitute for gelatin’s functional properties. In a small pot, place 1/2 teaspoon of NOW Real Food® Agar Powder into 1/2 cup of water. Allow mixture to simmer for 5 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. For jellies, ice creams, and molds, use more as desired.

Best Time to Take

Use during cooking, baking, dessert preparation, or recipe development as directed by the recipe or product label. Agar powder is best used when heated and simmered with liquid to activate its thickening properties.

Best For

• Vegan gelatin replacement recipes
• Plant-based desserts and jellies
• Gluten-free cooking and baking
• Soups, sauces, ice cream, and molds
• Home cooks seeking a pure non-GMO thickener

Responsible Use: Use as directed on the product label or as recommended by a healthcare professional. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.