Edible Gold Leaf by GOLDMARIE® – Glamorous Dessert Decoration 

Add a touch of luxury to your cakes, pralines, and desserts with GOLDMARIE® edible gold leaf. Perfect for weddings, special events, and golden anniversaries. Ideal for creating unforgettable highlights. Easy to apply, food-safe, and perfect for both home bakers and professionals who love to add elegant accents to their creations.

Edible Gold Leaf – Important Questions and Answers

Can you eat any kind of gold? Is gold harmful to the body? Or is gold leaf vegan? In the following section, we take a closer look at some interesting questions and answers on the topic of edible gold leaf.

What is edible gold leaf?

Our Edible gold leaf refers to a form of gold leaf that is suitable for consumption. It is primarily used to refine and visually enhance food and dishes.

Is edible gold leaf real gold? 

Yes, edible gold leaf is made from real gold that has been processed through several steps into a thin, edible foil. In the EU, edible gold leaf is officially classified and listed as food additive E175.

Production of Edible Gold Leaf

How is edible gold leaf made? 

The production process for edible gold leaf is the same as for regular gold leaf used for gilding objects. First, a gold bar is rolled until it is only a few millimeters thick. Identically sized pieces are then punched out from the resulting gold ribbon and hammered for several hours with a feather hammer until the gold leaf reaches a thickness of 125 nanometers, which is 1/8000 of a millimeter.

Application & Consumption of Gold Food

Can you eat any kind of gold leaf?

Generally, gold leaf with a purity of 22 karats or higher is suitable for consumption. However, you should check whether the edible gold leaf has been tested and approved by an independent institute, such as LGA. This is the case with the products offered by Goldmarie (by Gold-Food). In addition to the standard 80 x 80 mm format, smaller pieces of gold leaf (3–15 mm) or gold flakes are also available for food decoration.

What can edible gold leaf be used for? 

Edible gold leaf is usually used as a garnish for food. However, drinks like sparkling wine or champagne are also frequently enhanced with this precious metal.

What does edible gold leaf taste like? 

Gold and gold leaf are flavorless, as they contain no flavoring agents. If gold leaf has any taste, it indicates contamination, for example with metals like aluminum, and should not be consumed.

Can Edible gold leaf expire?

Edible gold leaf always comes with a best-before date (BBD). However, it does not have a use-by date. This means that edible gold leaf can still be consumed long after the BBD has passed.

Is edible gold leaf vegan?

The gold leaf offered by Goldmarie (by Gold-Food) contains no animal-derived ingredients and is therefore vegan. No animal testing was conducted during the development or production of the products.

Can the human body digest gold? 

A common question is whether our body can digest gold. When it comes to edible gold leaf, the answer is no. The metal passes through the digestive system without being absorbed and is excreted unchanged.

How much edible gold leaf can be safely consumed?

There are no specific, scientifically backed recommendations for the exact amount of edible gold leaf that can be consumed. It is advised to use it only for decorative purposes and not as a primary food ingredient.

Cost & Purchase of Edible Gold Leaf

Where can I buy edible gold leaf?

Edible gold leaf should only be purchased from certified manufacturers or retailers to ensure product purity. A wide selection of edible gold leaf is available in the Gold-Food online shop.

How much does edible gold leaf cost?

The price of edible gold leaf depends on the current gold market rate. As the price of gold fluctuates, so does the cost of edible gold leaf.

Good to Know: Gold Food Facts

Is gold harmful to the body?

When consumed in normal amounts, gold is completely harmless to the human body, as it does not react with it. However, it is crucial that the product is pure. If the edible gold leaf is contaminated with substances like aluminum, it is strongly advised against consumption.

What happens to gold after I eat it?

Once consumed, the gold leaf passes through the digestive tract and is excreted without undergoing any digestion or transformation.