Finally! An FDA ban on trans fat—and where it still hides
3. Cake mixes and frostings
It’s almost 10 p.m. and you need to make two dozen cupcakes by tomorrow morning’s soccer practice. In a pinch, you reach for a cake mix and tub of whipped frosting, not knowing you picked up two of the most trans-fat-containing products that exist.
Even cake (and bread, muffin, and pancake) mixes that are labeled “0 grams trans fats” often still contain shortening and other ingredients that contain trace amounts of the cholesterol-loving compound. But don’t worry—luckily there are some great trans-fat-free alternatives in the baking mix category.
Say goodbye to trans fats and bake your goodies with: