Butter Pecan Flavor
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What it is
Butter pecan flavor is a flavoring agent that mimics the taste of butter and pecans. It is typically made using a combination of natural and artificial ingredients, including butter, pecan extract, and other flavor compounds. The exact composition can vary by manufacturer.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add butter pecan flavor to provide a rich, nutty, and buttery taste to foods. It is most commonly found in ice cream, frozen yogurt, baked goods, and candies. Its purpose is to enhance the overall flavor profile and create a desirable taste experience.
Health notes
Butter pecan flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavoring substances. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns linked to the use of butter pecan flavor in the US food supply.
Allergen info
Butter pecan flavor itself is not a major allergen. However, if it contains actual pecan components or is processed with equipment that handles tree nuts, it may pose a risk to individuals with tree nut allergies. It is not derived from any of the other major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Products containing Butter Pecan Flavor
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Oberweis Dairy, Inc.
Ice Cream, Butter Pecan
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
295kcal
3.9Protein
19.2Fat
26.9Carbs
Anderson Dairy Inc
Butter Pecan Premium Ice Cream, Butter Pecan
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
180kcal
3Protein
10Fat
20Carbs
Creamalicious LLC
Thick As Thieves Pecan Pie Butter Pecan With Praline Pecans, Pie Crust Chunks And Caramel Swirls Artisan Ice Cream, Thick As Thieves Pecan Pie
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
269kcal
3.1Protein
13.8Fat
32.3Carbs
Schoep's Ice Cream Co., Inc.
Butter Pecan Premium Ice Cream, Butter Pecan
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
238kcal
3.0Protein
15.8Fat
21.8Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Butter Pecan Flavored No Added Sugar Butter Pecan Ice Cream With Roasted Pecans, Butter Pecan
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
209kcal
3.5Protein
16.3Fat
16.3Carbs
Mammoth Creameries LLC
Keto Butter Pecan Frozen Custard, Butter Pecan
High in saturated fat — 95% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 43% DV per serving
313kcal
2.6Protein
30.4Fat
9.6Carbs
Country Dairy Inc.
Premium Ice Cream, Butter Churn Pecan
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
269kcal
4.5Protein
19.4Fat
20.9Carbs