Ammonium phosphatides are used as emulsifier alternative to lecithin. In particular ammonium phosphatide is considered one of the best alternatives to lecithin (E 322) in the manufacture of chocolate and vegetable fat based coatings. Ammonium Phosphatide and lecithin loweri the plastic viscosity in liquid chocolate masses. For uses in fat reduced chocolates or fat based confections with no or reduced sugar content, combining ammonium phosphatide with PGPR improves handling during processing.