Edible paper versus carton-like baked paper
B Bibbe | Oostzaan. October 08, 2024
When it comes to edible printing, decoration and paper usage there are various options. All have their unique characteristics and their best use-cases. But what material do you use when? And what are the pros and cons? We dived into it and made the ultimate guide. Check it out on our website.
What is edible wafer paper?
Edible paper is a thin, edible sheet made only from natural ingredients like potato starch, maltodextrine and sunflower oil. It is versatile and commonly used for various cake and confectionery decorations, as well as printing edible images with a desktop printer without breaking.
What is edible carton?
Edible carton like baked sheets (often referred to as baking wafers or starch wafers) is made from a blend of starches, wheat and cellulose. This material is primarily used for flatbed printing high-resolution edible images and logos or as bottom for thicker baking products like Lebkuchen.
When to use carton edible paper?
Carton edible paper is best used for flatbed high-resolution digital edible printing where color accuracy and detail are critical, and you have enough time for the ink to dry. Also, for thicker baking products like Lebkuchen that are produced in batches it is a very useful product.
Want to know more?
Both edible paper and edible carton offer unique benefits for different applications. Understanding their properties and best-use cases can help you make an informed decision that aligns with your needs, budget, and creative vision. We wish you the best of luck with your next project.
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Edible paper |
Edible carton |
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Application Printing with edible inks for cake decoration and food branding, paper on roll for industrial food production (fruitbars, bakery products, nougat, calissons, etc), artist manufacturing of flowers and other creative 3D applications. |
Application Printing with edible inks for cake decoration, not with desktop printers but only flatbed.
Bottom for Lebkuchen |
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Ingredients Potato starch, maltodextrine and sunflower oil. |
Ingredients Wheat flour, potato starch, lecithin. |
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Allergens free Because wafer paper is made from simple ingredients like potato starch, maltodextrine and sunflower oil, it is naturally gluten free, dairy free and nut free, making it a safe option for people with allergies or dietary restrictions.
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Allergens Because of the presence of ingredients like wheat (gluten) carton-like edible paper may not be suitable for those with specific allergies. |
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Produced in The Netherlands, Spain. |
Produced in Germany, France, China, Mauritius, Argentina, Turkey. |
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Form Both on roll as in sheet. |
Form Only available as sheet. |
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Costs Edible paper is more cost effective than carton paper, making it ideal for mass production or projects with a tight budget. |
Costs Although carton paper is thicker and has less risk of wrinkling or tearing, it is also a more costly material. Depending on the country where it comes from. |
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Thickness Very thin, typically available from 0.2 to 0.8 mm, making it easy to handle and mold into different shapes for creative cake decorations like flowers, butterflies, and toppers. |
Thickness Thicker than edible paper, normally between 0.8 and 1.6 mm.
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Allergens free Because wafer paper is made from simple ingredients like potato starch, water and sunflower oil, it is naturally gluten free, dairy free and nut free, making it a safe option for people with allergies or dietary restrictions. |
Allergens Because of the presence of ingredients like wheat (gluten), cross-contamination during production, carton like edible paper may not be suitable for those with specific allergies. |
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Flavor Because of the neutral flavor this material is ideal for applications where natural flavor is required. Which means it won’t affect the taste profile of the final product. This can be beneficial in applications where maintaining the natural flavors of the cake or confection is important. |
Flavor Edible carton has a crunchy texture. This “bite” can be beneficial in various applications. |
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Biodegradable Yes. |
Biodegradable Yes. |
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Shelf time Edible paper can be stored up to 24 months when stored in the right conditions. |
Shelf time Edible carton like paper can be stored up to 24 months when stored in the right conditions. |
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Nutritional information Energy 1312 kJ, 309 kcal Fat (3,3 gram) Carbohydrates (69,9 gram) Of which sugar 0 gram Protein (0,1 gram) Salt (0 gram). |
Nutritional information Energy 1538 kJ, 368 kcal Fat (1,1 gram) Carbohydrates (78 gram) Of which sugar (2 gram) Protein (9 gram) Salt (0,01 gram). |
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