Buckeye Candy
What is Buckeye Candy?
Buckeye candy is a confection, typically made from a peanut butter fudge ball partially dipped in chocolate, leaving a small circle of peanut butter exposed. It originated in Ohio and resembles the nut from the buckeye tree.
Is Buckeye Candy vegan?
No. Buckeye Candy is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Buckeye Candy a major allergen?
Buckeye candy typically contains peanuts, milk, and soy, which are all major food allergens.
What is Buckeye Candy used for?
Manufacturers add buckeye candy to other food products, most commonly ice cream and frozen yogurt, to provide a distinct peanut butter and chocolate flavor, as well as a textural element.
Is Buckeye Candy safe?
Buckeye candy is a food item, not a food additive, and is generally recognized as safe for consumption as food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add buckeye candy to other food products, most commonly ice cream and frozen yogurt, to provide a distinct peanut butter and chocolate flavor, as well as a textural element. It serves as a flavor and inclusion.
Health notes
Buckeye candy is a food item, not a food additive, and is generally recognized as safe for consumption as food. As a candy, it is typically high in added sugars and saturated fats. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. Saturated fat intake should be under 10% of daily calories.
Allergen info
Buckeye candy typically contains peanuts, milk, and soy, which are all major food allergens.
Foods that contain Buckeye Candy
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