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Nougat is a type of confectionery that is typically made from sugar, honey, or invert sugar, whipped egg whites, and wheat flour. The wheat flour provides structure and a chewy texture to the nougat. Additionally, nougat often contains nuts and is sometimes flavored with vanilla or other flavorings.

Given that wheat flour is a primary ingredient in traditional nougat recipes, it is not considered to be wheat-free. For individuals with celiac disease or those following a gluten-free diet, there are alternative nougat recipes that use other types of flour, such as almond flour or rice flour, to create a wheat-free version of this confectionery.

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The main difference is that nougat gets its texture from egg whites, whereas marshmallows typically rely on gelatin. The lack of gelatin makes nougat vegetarian (though since it employs egg whites, it is not vegan), and it's a naturally gluten-free confection.read more >>