Raw Lucuma

Lucuma is a fruit native to the Andean regions of South America. The fresh fruit has a creamy, yellow flesh and a subtly sweet, maple-like flavour. It is typically consumed dried and powdered, preserving its flavour and nutritional content.

Lucuma powder is used as a natural sweetener and flavouring agent in a variety of food products. Its mild, caramel-like taste makes it a popular addition to desserts, ice creams, yoghurts, and baked goods. It is also often found in health food products like protein bars and smoothies.

Lucuma is not an authorised food additive in the UK and is therefore not assigned an E-number. It is consumed as a food ingredient, primarily for its flavour and nutritional profile. While often promoted for its potential health benefits, robust scientific evidence to support specific health claims at typical consumption levels is limited. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have not specifically evaluated lucuma powder as a food additive.