Lime Essence Oil Based Flavouring 20ml

Caroline's Lime Essence is an oil-based flavouring that delivers a sharp, tangy lime flavour to buttercream, ganache, and baked goods without the risks associated with alcohol-based extracts. The oil carrier blends directly into fat-based mixtures without causing seizing or separation, making it a great choice for tropical-inspired cakes and zesty confections.

Key Details

• Size: 20ml
• Type: Oil-based flavouring
• Concentration: Highly concentrated — a little goes a long way
• Suitable for: Buttercream, ganache, white chocolate, cheesecakes, baked goods
• Brand: Caroline's

Best For

• Lime buttercream for coconut and lime cakes or tropical celebration bakes
• Lime and white chocolate ganache for drip cakes and truffles
• Key lime-inspired cheesecakes, tarts, and no-bake slices
• Margarita-style cupcakes and adult celebration desserts

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Caroline's essence should I use?

Start with 1/4 to 1/2 tsp per cupcake batch or per 500g of buttercream. Oil-based essences are highly concentrated, so it is best to start with less and adjust to taste.

What's the difference between an essence and an extract?

Oil-based essences like Caroline's use an oil carrier rather than alcohol. This makes them a better choice for chocolate, ganache, and buttercream — alcohol-based extracts can cause chocolate to seize and may create separation in fat-based mixtures.

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