They say essential oils are for external use only because they can be very strong and at times poisonous when ingested in large amounts. However, in cooking and baking, there are acceptable essential oils approved as safe food additives as long as these are used sparingly. These oils are classified according to fragrance, flavoring, and preservatives properties. The bottom line is, use meanly as a drop will do. Buy only from reputable baking supply shops, and choose the right essential oil.
Here are 19 edible essential oils safe as food additives when used sparingly:
- Anise
- Bergamot
- Clove (Clove Leaf)
- Eucalyptus
- Ginger
- Grapefruit
- Lavender
- Lemon
- Lemongrass
- Lime
- Nutmeg
- Orange
- Oregano (Origanum)
- Peppermint
- Rosemary
- Spearmint
- Tangerine
- Thyme
- Wintergreen
More on food grade or edible essential oils, check this link: https://www.lorannoils.com/using-food-grade-essential-oils