France is considered the birthplace of nut praline. Originally appearing as an independent dessert, praline eventually transformed into the most popular filling for candies. This is not surprising, as this French treat is characterized by special refinement and elegance.
The same can be said about nut paste. It is an ideal base for fillings and a natural flavoring additive for pastry creams, sauces, ganaches, and ice cream. Thus, the application of these products is absolutely identical. Let's figure out how they differ.
What is the Difference Between Nut Paste and Praline?
Praline contains caramelized sugar, and this is essentially the only difference. The manufacturing process is identical: roasted nuts are ground to a smooth consistency. However, for praline, the nuts are caramelized beforehand. This adds wonderful caramel notes to the finished product. Confectionery praline consists of nuts and sugar in a 1:1 ratio — meaning 50% nuts and 50% sugar.
Nut paste is made without any added sugar, with a nut content of 100%. Unsweetened paste is an ideal ingredient for diabetic sweets, especially when paired with sugar-free chocolate. Moreover, nuts are highly recommended for people with blood sugar disorders.
How to Use
- Make a magnificent candy filling. To do this, mix nut paste or praline with chocolate in a ratio of 1 part praline to 3 parts chocolate. You will get excellent gianduja — a chocolate-nut paste.
- Add crispy textures. Mix praline with French wafer crumbs. These crumbs can also be used for final decoration. Enhance the flavor by placing your favorite nut in the center. There is an even more refined option: use caramelized nuts. Chopped caramelized nuts will also beautifully decorate the outside of the candies.
- Flavoring paste. Slightly heat the paste and add a small amount to cake ganache, cream, mousse, or ice cream. You will achieve a gorgeous aroma and an exquisite nutty taste.
- A component of complex original recipes. Nut pastes and pralines are included in the recipes of many confectionery products as a base ingredient. Use them according to a recipe or create your own culinary masterpiece.
Our Assortment
In our online store, you will definitely find the right nut paste or praline. We offer pure nut pastes with no added sugar: Pure Pistachio Paste or Pure Roasted Hazelnut Paste, as well as almond or hazelnut praline.
You should also try our luxurious almond-hazelnut praline and excellent dark or milk chocolate gianduja. We also feature an amazing crispy mix of milk chocolate, almond-hazelnut praline, and delicious French biscuit. And, of course, we are constantly adding new items to our catalog.
Why Choose Farina?
We love and respect professionals whose calling is culinary and confectionery arts. Therefore, we sincerely want to save you from unnecessary hassle. The best ingredients that we carefully select for you save your precious time, allowing you to focus on creativity. Premium quality from trusted global brands guarantees that you will enjoy the process and achieve excellent results.
Where to Buy Nut Praline and Pricing
We offer excellent conditions for both wholesale and retail buyers. Enjoy a flexible system of discounts and bonuses, along with a personalized approach to every customer. Thanks to direct supplies from manufacturers, our prices will pleasantly surprise you.
Goods are delivered to Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, and other cities in Ukraine in the shortest possible time. Our managers provide professional consultations online and over the phone, and they will gladly assist you in placing an order. Still have questions? Write to us or request a callback right now.
