Praliné
Praline is a composite confection of nuts and caramelized sugar. It is high in added sugar and contains tree nuts (almonds/hazelnuts), which are major allergens.
What it is
A confection made from nuts (typically almonds or hazelnuts) cooked in caramelized sugar, often ground into a paste; used as a flavoring or filling.
Flavor and filling component in chocolates and pastries.
Why it's flagged
- tree nut allergen
- added sugar
- high calorie density
What regulators actually say
"FALCPA identifies eight foods or food groups as the major food allergens. They are milk, eggs, fish, Crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and soybeans."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Composite food/confection; ingredients individually regulated. Tree nuts are a major allergen under FALCPA.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; tree nuts are declarable allergens under EU 1169/2011.
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