Are coconuts ok for nut free?

[jsillyfun]

I'm making a pie for May's preschool picnic. It's a "nut free" school. I know the actual allergic kids are bringing their own food but we are still not supposed to bring in anything with nuts. Can I put coconut flakes in the pie or is coconut a nut?

[lolaburns]

The FDA classifies it as a tree nut. It is not actually a tree nut. I would err on the side of not putting in the coconut until you confirm with the school on if they side with the FDA or not here.

[jenbelle]

Yeah, I would check with the school. It's tough.

[jsillyfun]

Ok. I will check with the school. Thanks!

[DesertMoon]

This question is actually blowing my mind...hmm it's a good question, I'd have never thought.

[shevacc]

We let G have coconut even though we avoid all nuts. It's not a nut but since the FDA has (mis)classified it as one I agree it's better to ask. Thank you for being so conscientious about checking!

[mmmomof2]

I just found out this year that the preschool we've been at for a few years includes coconuts in their "no nut" policy. I have definitely brought things in with coconut - :/

I would clarify with the teacher.