Ingredient

Peanut Flavored Coating

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Role in food
Manufacturers use peanut flavored coating to impart a peanut taste to products where real …

What it is

Peanut flavored coating is a food ingredient designed to mimic the taste and aroma of peanuts without using actual peanuts. It is typically made using a combination of artificial and natural flavorings, sweeteners, and sometimes fats or oils to create a smooth, coating-like texture.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use peanut flavored coating to impart a peanut taste to products where real peanuts might not be suitable due to cost, texture, or allergen concerns. It is commonly found in snack bars, candies, popcorn, and other confectionery items to enhance their flavor profile.

Health notes

Peanut flavored coating is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. The specific components used in the flavoring blend are evaluated for safety. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many flavoring substances. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption levels of these flavorings.

Allergen info

Peanut flavored coating is not derived from peanuts or any of the other major allergens. It is a flavoring agent and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Peanut Flavored Coating

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Oats & Peanut Butter Flavor Chewy Fiber Bars, Oats & Peanut Butter LIDL Oats & Peanut Butter Flavor Chewy Fiber Bars, Oats & Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 375kcal 7.5Protein 12.5Fat 70Carbs LOVE GOOD FATS Peanut Butter And Jelly Plant-Based Snack Bars, Peanut Butter And Jelly Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 513kcal 23.1Protein 35.9Fat 30.8Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Sweet & Salty Granola Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 486kcal 11.4Protein 22.9Fat 57.1Carbs Family Dollar Stores Inc. Peanut Sweet & Salty Granola Bars, Peanut Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 486kcal 11.4Protein 22.9Fat 57.1Carbs Healthy Food Brands LLC Welch's, Pb & J Trail Mix, Strawberry, Strawberry Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 471kcal 9.4Protein 25.9Fat 51.8Carbs Rexall Sundown, Inc. Crunch Crispy Protein Bites, Peanut Butter Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 471kcal 29.4Protein 20.6Fat 44.1Carbs The Kroger Co. High Fiber Chewy Bars, Oats & Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 375kcal 7.5Protein 11.2Fat 70Carbs Woodbolt Distribution, LLC Protein Bar, Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 371kcal 32.3Protein 14.5Fat 41.9Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Chewy Granola Peanut Bars, Sweet & Salty Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 486kcal 11.4Protein 22.9Fat 57.1Carbs Revolution Foods, Inc. Revolution Foods, Dynamos, Soft Baked Granola Bites Cookies & Biscuits 382kcal 17.6Protein 13.2Fat 52.9Carbs Peanut Butter In Dark Chocolate Pieces, Peanut Butter Little Secrets, LLC Peanut Butter In Dark Chocolate Pieces, Peanut Butter Candy High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 500kcal 5Protein 27.5Fat 65Carbs Little Secrets, LLC Peanut Butter In Dark Chocolate Pieces, Peanut Butter Candy High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 494kcal 4.7Protein 28.2Fat 63.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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