Ingredient

The Following: Peanut Oil

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use peanut oil for its flavor and high heat tolerance in frying, sautéing, …

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What is The Following: Peanut Oil?

Peanut oil is a vegetable oil extracted from roasted peanuts. It is known for its distinct nutty flavor and high smoke point, making it suitable for various cooking methods.

Is The Following: Peanut Oil vegan?

The Following: Peanut Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is The Following: Peanut Oil a major allergen?

Peanut oil is derived from peanuts, which are one of the FDA's 9 major food allergens.

What is The Following: Peanut Oil used for?

Manufacturers use peanut oil for its flavor and high heat tolerance in frying, sautéing, and baking.

Is The Following: Peanut Oil safe?

Peanut oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food use.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use peanut oil for its flavor and high heat tolerance in frying, sautéing, and baking. It is commonly found in snack foods like popcorn, pretzels, and granola bars, as well as in peanut-based confections.

Health notes

Peanut oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food use. It is a source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are considered heart-healthy fats when consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated peanut oil.

Allergen info

Peanut oil is derived from peanuts, which are one of the FDA's 9 major food allergens. While highly refined peanut oil may have some allergenic proteins removed, individuals with peanut allergies should exercise caution.

Foods that contain The Following: Peanut Oil

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Butter Toffee Peanuts, Butter Toffee Supervalu, Inc. Butter Toffee Peanuts, Butter Toffee Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 514kcal 13.5Protein 24.3Fat 56.8Carbs Butter Toffee Peanuts, Butter Toffee Rite Aid Corporation Butter Toffee Peanuts, Butter Toffee Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 514kcal 13.5Protein 24.3Fat 56.8Carbs Nut & Honey A Blend Of Honey Roasted Peanuts, Honey Roasted Sesame Sticks, Butter Toffee Peanuts, Honey Roasted Almonds & Honey Roasted Cashews Trail Mix, Nut & Honey Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Nut & Honey A Blend Of Honey Roasted Peanuts, Honey Roasted Sesame Sticks, Butter Toffee Peanuts, Honey Roasted Almonds & Honey Roasted Cashews Trail Mix, Nut & Honey Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 562kcal 15.6Protein 40.6Fat 40.6Carbs Christmas Cookie Butter Toffee Peanuts, Holiday Cookies, Red Confectionery Coated Pretzels, Green Shimmer White Chocolate Peanuts, Milk Chocolate Nonpareils, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Holiday Trail Mix, Christmas Cookie Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Christmas Cookie Butter Toffee Peanuts, Holiday Cookies, Red Confectionery Coated Pretzels, Green Shimmer White Chocolate Peanuts, Milk Chocolate Nonpareils, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Holiday Trail Mix, Christmas Cookie Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 515kcal 9.1Protein 24.2Fat 63.6Carbs Love Monster M&M's Milk Chocolate Candies, Raisins, Chocolate Chunks, Pink And Yellow Swirl Chips, Roasted Salted Peanuts And Butter Toffee Peanuts Trail Mix, Love Monster Target Stores Love Monster M&M's Milk Chocolate Candies, Raisins, Chocolate Chunks, Pink And Yellow Swirl Chips, Roasted Salted Peanuts And Butter Toffee Peanuts Trail Mix, Love Monster Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 472kcal 8.3Protein 25Fat 61.1Carbs Flamin' Hot Flavored Coated Peanuts Frito-Lay Company Flamin' Hot Flavored Coated Peanuts Other Snacks 536kcal 17.9Protein 35.7Fat 42.9Carbs Flamin' Hot Flavored Coated Peanuts Gamesa USA Inc. Flamin' Hot Flavored Coated Peanuts Other Snacks 536kcal 17.9Protein 35.7Fat 42.9Carbs SQUIRREL BRAND Peanuts, Sesame Sticks, Almonds And Pretzels Traveler's Mix, Peanuts, Sesame Sticks, Almonds And Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 567kcal 16.7Protein 40Fat 36.7Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Butter Toffee Peanuts, Butter Toffee Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 514kcal 13.5Protein 24.3Fat 56.8Carbs Safeway, Inc. Chewy Granola Bars, Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chip Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 417kcal 8.3Protein 10.4Fat 70.8Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Sweetened Glazed Praline Pecans, Sweetened Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 656kcal 9.4Protein 53.1Fat 34.4Carbs John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. Traveler's Mix Seasoned Peanuts, Cheddar Sticks, Butter Toffee Peanuts, Smoke Flavored Almonds, Pretzel Balls, Traveler's Mix Other Snacks 567kcal 16.7Protein 40Fat 36.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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