Nougat

usgb/ˈnuːɡət/
noun

A sweet item made from sugar or honey, nuts, and egg white.

She ordered a chocolate bar filled with nougat.
Visual representation of "nougat" - A sweet item made from sugar or honey, nuts, and egg white.

Often appears as...

  • honey nougat
  • chocolate nougat
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Cultural Sweet

Nougat is often associated with European, particularly Mediterranean, confectionery traditions.

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In Italy, torrone is a traditional variety of nougat.
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Texture Varieties

Nougat can be chewy or hard, influencing the type of dessert it fits into.

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Chewy nougat is typically found in candy bars.
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Nut Allergies

Be cautious about nut contents in nougat if addressing someone with food allergies.

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Does this nougat contain almonds? I have a nut allergy.
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