Do you or someone you love have a serious food allergy? Even mild food allergies may cause considerable discomfort in consumers, from itchy throat or watery eyes to skin rashes and irritations. Since 2000, both the incidence and prevalence of food allergies have significantly increased in the United States. Tree nut and peanut allergies are common, with approximately 2.2% of children allergic to peanuts (Lieberman et al., 2018). As the rate of tree nut and peanut allergies rises, food and beverage companies have shifted to creating safer and more inclusive products. Nut flavors without allergens are a key ingredient in these products.
Blue Pacific Flavors has always taken food allergies very seriously, and we continue to adjust our flavor formulas to offer the safest options for consumers. Our nut flavors without allergens help products taste and smell just like nut-based products, enabling allergic and sensitive consumers to experience the food and beverages they love with reduced risk of allergic reaction.
What is a nut flavor without allergens?
A nut flavor without allergens is made from natural flavor compounds found in the original food, but does not contain the compounds responsible for the food allergy. Many of these allergy-provoking compounds are proteins that are specifically excluded from the flavor formulation. In addition, the flavors do not include any derivatives from nuts. Food and beverage developers can feel confident using nut flavors without allergens in their formulations.
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Our best-selling nut flavors without allergens
Blue Pacific offers many natural nut flavors without allergens. Here are our best-sellers. Try them out in your food and beverage products today!
Peanut
Our first nut on the list isn’t a nut at all, it’s a legume! However, peanuts share many of the same flavors and functions as tree nuts, and are therefore often lumped into the nut flavor category. Natural peanut flavor is distinctive and robust, characterized by a rich and earthy taste with a slight sweetness and savory finish. Peanut flavor is perhaps most recognizable in peanut butter, the classic creamy sandwich spread that’s both comforting and indulgent. It is integral to numerous confectioneries and baked goods where the contrast of its roasted and earthy notes balances the sweetness of other ingredients. Additionally, peanut flavor enhances savory dishes like satay sauces and stir-fries. You can use peanut flavor without allergens to add depth, complexity, and a comfort food nuance to many food and beverage applications.
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Almond
Natural almond flavor has a creamy and slightly woody flavor backed by a delicate sweetness. It has a unique cherry flavor, too. This cherry note comes from benzaldehyde—a natural flavor compound inherent to both almonds and cherry pits. Almond flavor adds complexity and depth to various food and beverage applications. Almond extract is a key ingredient in an array of baked goods, including cakes, pastries, and biscotti, where it enhances the overall taste with a hint of cherry-like sweetness. The flavor is commonly used in dairy products like ice cream and yogurt, confectionery products such as macarons and marzipan, as well as savory condiments such as mole sauce.
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Hazelnut
Natural hazelnut flavor has a rich, buttery, and slightly sweet profile with earthy undertones and a pleasant aftertaste that lingers on the palate. This versatile flavor is a favorite in an array of food and beverage products, ranging from confections like chocolates, pralines, and truffles to baked goods such as cookies, cakes, and pastries. Hazelnut is also frequently used in coffee and creamers, lending a distinctive and luxurious taste to beverages. Perhaps most famously, hazelnut is a key flavor in the popular chocolate and nut spread Nutella. Other popular applications include ice cream and plant-based frozen desserts.
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Coconut
Natural coconut flavor delivers a distinct and tropical essence that, depending on the flavor profile, captures the fruity, creamy taste of fresh coconut milk or the buttery, roasted character of toasted coconut flakes. It has a subtle sweet top note accompanied by a lactone-rich base. This dual impact makes coconut flavor incredibly versatile in food and beverage products. Coconut is a popular natural beverage flavor, used most commonly in coconut water and piña coladas. You’ll find it in coconut macaroons and ice cream, as well as savory dishes like Thai curries and rice. Coconut flavor enhances both sweet and savory formulations, adding a tropical twist that consumers find irresistible.
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Pistachio
Natural pistachio flavor is subtly sweet and rich, with a buttery smoothness that delights the palate. It carries a distinct, aromatic profile that is simultaneously creamy and earthy, offering a unique taste experience. This versatile flavor is a popular choice for ice cream and gelato, where its creamy flavor enhances the dessert’s richness. Additionally, pistachio is used in pastries and confections such as macarons, cakes, and nougat. Pistachio flavor is a common European and Middle Eastern flavor that is experiencing a surge in popularity, especially in coffee and plant-based beverages.
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Brazil Nut
Natural brazil nut flavor is similar to coconut (the meat part), but sweeter. Brazil nuts are commonly used in confections such as chocolate bars and pralines, where their creamy texture pairs well with the sweetness of the chocolate. They are also a popular addition to baked goods like cookies and cakes, providing a delightful contrast to the crumbly textures. Additionally, Brazil nut oil, extracted from the seeds, lends its smooth flavor to dressings and gourmet cooking.
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Cashew
Natural cashew flavor is similar to pistachio, but sweeter and less earthy. This distinctively smooth flavor profile makes it a popular ingredient in a variety of food and beverage formulations. Cashew cheese gets its creamy texture and mild, Brie-like taste from this little tree nut. Cashews are sometimes ground into paste and used as a base for sauces and desserts, adding a subtle yet indulgent flavor. In the confectionery industry, cashews contribute richness to chocolate bars and nut clusters, blending well with flavors of vanilla and caramel. Natural cashew flavor may be used to enhance or replace cashew nuts in these applications.
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Macadamia Nut
Natural macadamia nut flavor is rich and buttery with a hint of sweetness…this is starting to sound like most nuts, right? However, the higher fat content of the macadamia nut creates an even creamier and more indulgent flavor experience. This richness is evident through the nuanced notes of buttered popcorn, cocoa butter, and coconut cream that characterize this marble-sized nut. Macadamia nuts are often used in baked goods and chocolates, where it adds a luxurious depth. It’s also a popular choice in savory dishes, including crusts for meats, where it adds a nutty edge to roasted protein flavors. Additionally, macadamia is a beloved ingredient in plant milks and smoothies, offering a velvety texture that enriches both sweet and savory applications. With so many popular macadamia nut products, wouldn’t it be great to have inclusive options made with macadamia nut flavor without allergens?
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Pecan
Natural pecan flavor offers a bold flavor profile that balances caramel sweetness with a rich, buttery earthiness. This powerful personality adds depth to sweet and savory foods and beverages. Pecan’s distinctive taste profile makes it a popular choice in a variety of products, ranging from classic pecan pies to decadent pralines. Pecan flavor enhances the creaminess of ice creams and adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness in cakes and cookies. Additionally, it is often featured in savory dishes, such as roasted vegetables or meats, where its complex flavor contributes to an intricate balance of tastes. Pecan flavor offers a robust nutty taste in applications made without nuts.
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Walnut
Natural walnut flavor is rich and robust, with a slightly bitter taste that balances its earthy nuances. It offers a warm, creamy quality that adds complexity to both sweet and savory dishes. Walnut is also an American comfort food flavor as it is often used in traditional sweets such as chocolate chip cookies, brownies, carrot cake, and fudge. Additionally, walnut flavor is a popular choice in ice creams, sauces, and even salads, providing a sophisticated note that enhances the overall taste profile of the dish. Walnut flavor without allergens opens a wide world of inclusive food and beverage possibilities for both sweet and savory applications!
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Chestnut
Natural chestnut flavor has a mild, earthy sweetness reminiscent of sweet potatos. This distinctive flavor finds its way into numerous products, such as chestnut cream, which serves as a delightful filling for pastries and cakes. It’s also prevalent in European desserts like marron glacé, where the chestnuts are candied to perfection. Chestnut flour is a popular ingredient in gluten-free baking, as its nuanced earthy and starchy sweetness elevates the flavor of breads, pancakes, and cookies. Chestnut flavor also complements savory applications, such as stuffings, soups, sausages, and wild game. We love how chestnut flavor without allergens offers food and beverage developers more options for making accessible and inclusive chestnut flavored products.
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Innovate with nut flavors without allergens
Blue Pacific’s range of nut flavors without allergens supports inclusive food and beverage development. We’re proud to help increase access to delicious nut flavored products. Whether you’re designing a peanut flavored sandwich spread or pistachio flavored latte, our nut flavors without allergens can help. We hope these flavors inspire you to create your own nut flavored confectionery, beverage, bakery, dessert, condiment, or even savory product.
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