Fudge Covered Peanuts
What is Fudge Covered Peanuts?
Fudge-covered peanuts are a confection made by coating roasted peanuts with a fudge-like mixture. The fudge typically contains sugar, cocoa or chocolate, butter or milk, and flavorings. The peanuts are often enrobed in the warm fudge and then allowed to cool and harden.
Is Fudge Covered Peanuts vegan?
No. Fudge Covered Peanuts is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Fudge Covered Peanuts gluten-free?
Not a source of gluten.
Is Fudge Covered Peanuts a major allergen?
Peanuts are one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Fudge Covered Peanuts used for?
Manufacturers add fudge-covered peanuts to foods for their sweet, chocolatey flavor and crunchy texture.
Is Fudge Covered Peanuts safe?
Fudge-covered peanuts are primarily a source of sugar and fat.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add fudge-covered peanuts to foods for their sweet, chocolatey flavor and crunchy texture. They are commonly found as a topping or inclusion in ice cream, frozen yogurt, and other desserts. They can also be sold as a standalone candy.
Health notes
Fudge-covered peanuts are primarily a source of sugar and fat. The US FDA has not set specific limits for fudge or its common ingredients like sugar and cocoa. High intake of added sugars and saturated fats is linked to health concerns by health organizations. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual ingredients commonly found in fudge, such as sugar and cocoa, setting acceptable intake levels where appropriate.
Allergen info
Peanuts are one of the 9 FDA major allergens. This product also often contains milk, which is another major allergen. Not a source of gluten.
Foods that contain Fudge Covered Peanuts
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