Tree Nuts Allergen Guide

Information about Tree Nuts in cuisine around the world.

About Tree Nuts

Nuts are common in many Italian desserts and some savory dishes.

High Prevalence Warning

Tree Nuts is particularly common in the cuisine of: Morocco, Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan

Common Foods Containing Tree Nuts

Almond-based sweetsBakery itemsBaklavaButter tarts (sometimes)Chocolate confectionsChristmas treatsCoconut drops (dessert)Coconut milk in curriesDessertsGizzada (coconut pastry)Grater cakeJulekake (Christmas bread)KadayıfKibbeh (contains pine nuts)Kransekake (almond ring cake)KunafehLebkuchenLinzer TorteMa'amoul (date and nut cookies)MacaronsMansaf (often garnished with almonds)Many dessertsMany pastriesMaple-glazed nutsMarzipanMoroccan pastriesNanaimo barsNusseckenNussecken (nut corners)PastillaPecan piePesto (pine nuts)PolvoronesRomesco sauceRusksSalads with almondsSome cheese accompanimentsSome curriesSome pasta dishesSome pastries and cookiesSome regional dessertsStollenTaginesTrail mixTurkish delightTurrónVanillekipferlVarious dessertsVarious pastriesWalnut brownies

Foods That Contain Tree Nuts

Knafeh

Lebanon

A sweet cheese pastry soaked in sugar syrup, often topped with crushed pistachios. It's popular throughout the Levant region.

Contains:

DairyWheatTree Nuts

Apfelstrudel

Austria

Thin pastry filled with spiced apple filling, raisins, and sometimes nuts, served warm with vanilla sauce or ice cream.

Contains:

GlutenDairyTree Nuts

Tips for Avoiding Tree Nuts

Learn Local Terms

Before traveling, learn how to say "Tree Nuts allergy" in the local language.

Carry Allergy Card

Carry a card in the local language explaining your allergy to show at restaurants.

Research Typical Dishes

Research common dishes in your destination to identify those that typically contain Tree Nuts.

Pack Emergency Medication

Always carry any necessary allergy medication, including antihistamines or an epinephrine auto-injector if prescribed.

Countries Where Tree Nuts is Common