👉 Maltoses are a type of carbohydrate found in many foods, particularly in cereals and grains. They consist of two glucose units joined by a side chain of -OH or -COOH, which is often denoted as -CHO or -COO. Maltose is the most common form of this sugar, with approximately 75% of total carbohydrate found in cereal grains. Maltoses are typically used to sweeten foods and can be prepared by fermenting grains like rye