Food allergies are no joke and can sometimes be life-threatening. If you have a food allergy, you know that even the simplest meal can become quite an ordeal. If you have a nut allergy, you need to avoid Twix bars as they may contain peanuts. In addition, if you have a severe allergy to wheat, soy, or milk, you should avoid Twix bars as well.
Deciphering food labels can be tricky. Are there peanuts in Twix? And can people with a nut allergy eat it? In this post we will dive deeper into the details of these questions and provide definitive answers so that you can keep yourself and family safe.
Ingredients In a Twix bar
A Twix bar is a chocolate candy bar with a biscuit base, topped with caramel and coated in milk chocolate.
The ingredients in a Twix bar are:
- Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate, Skim Milk, Lactose, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin, PGPR, Artificial Flavors);
- Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid);
- Sugar;
- Palm Oil;
- Corn Syrup;
- Skim Milk;
- Dextrose;
- Less than 2% – Salt;
- Cocoa Powder;
- Soy Lecithin;
- Modified Corn Starch;
- Baking Soda;
- Artificial Flavor.
The use of palm oil is somewhat controversial as palm oil, as well as various other vegetable oils, have been linked to health problems such as heart disease and cancer. However, in moderation, you can still enjoy eating a Twix, despite the use of palm oil.
Do Twix have nuts?
Twix is a one of the most popular chocolate bars produced by Mars, Incorporated. It consists of a biscuit base topped with creamy caramel, and then coated in milk chocolate.
While the recipe for Twix has changed over the years. Originally, the Twix bardid not contain any nuts.
However, per the company’s website (see ingredient list above), Mars Inc. has recently introduced peanuts into its Twix bars. As a result, people with nut allergies should always check the ingredient label before consuming a Twix bar.
While peanuts are not listed anywhere on the ingredients list, the disclaimer just below the ingredients list claims that Twix bars, “May contain peanuts.” As stated previously, food allergies can be life threatening. If you have a known nut allergy, it is best to steer clear of Twix bars. In addition to possibly containing peanuts, Twix bars contain milk and soy, so if you are allergic to either of those things, you should avoid Twix Bars as well.
Do Twix Creamy Peanut Butter bars contain peanut butter?
Yes, peanut butter is the second ingredient listed on the label and is present in the Twix Creamy Peanut Butter bar.
Peanut butter is one of the most popular sandwich fillings and a key ingredient in many beloved snacks. From peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to peanut butter cookies, this humble pantry staple is used almost daily by many around the world. Recently, peanut butter has collaborated with another classic treat: the Twix chocolate bar. It’s a delicious twist on a timeless classic and is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. So, next time you’re looking for a tasty snack, reach for a Twix Creamy Peanut Butter bar.
I’m allergic to peanuts: Can I eat Twix?
If you have a peanut allergy, you may wonder if you can still enjoy your favorite candy bar.
The answer, as illustrated in this article, is no. Steer clear, specifically if your peanut allergy is considered severe in any way. Peanut allergies are the second most common food allergy and occur in about 1 in 50 children and 1 in 200 adults, with these numbers constantly on the rise. Peanuts are the most likely food to cause anaphylaxis and even death.
Some common signs that you are allergic to peanuts include itching or tingling around the mouth and throat, skin reactions such as hives or swelling, tightening of the throat, shortness of breath, and possibly even anaphylaxis. If you have any of the above reactions after consuming a Twix, or any other product that may contain peanuts, get medical help immediately.
Twix allergy information
Allergens: Milk, soy, Wheat.
For those with a severe allergy to wheat, soy, or milk, the good news is that plenty of candy bars are safe to eat. The bad news is that Twix is not one of them.
Wheat flour is one of Twix’s main ingredients, so the chocolate bar is off-limits for those with a wheat allergy. This can be especially frustrating for kids with a wheat allergy as Twix is one of the most popular chocolate bars on the market. While it might be tough to say goodbye to Twix, there are still plenty of sweet treats to enjoy.
Final Words
If you have a nut allergy, you need to avoid Twix bars as they may contain peanuts. In addition, if you have a severe allergy to wheat, soy, or milk, you should avoid Twix bars as well. If not, happy eating!
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