Many types of sweets are produced. One of them is nougat with peanuts. The composition of the product may vary for each manufacturer, which is why its taste is different. It can contain various additives, for example, candied fruit. Thanks to its beneficial properties, it can be consumed regularly.
Description
Nougat is called a confectionery product, presented in the form of a sweet viscous mass. It has a characteristic taste. The composition of the nougat may vary, but usually nuts are included. For the manufacture of honey or sugar, roasted nuts, for example, walnuts or forest, almonds, as well as egg white.
There are many recipes for making sweets. The consistency may be different depending on the method used. Cinnamon, lemon peel, vanilla, candied fruit, chocolate, dried fruits and other components are used for the aroma.
Story
Nougat is considered a French dessert, which appeared in European cuisine. But there are versions that the Middle East is the birthplace. Perhaps the sweetness came from Persia, for example, the appearance of this dessert is now in demand in Iran. Nougat is produced in Spain, in France, Italy, and Belgium. In southern Europe, sweetness became popular in the 15th century.
In the US, nougat is added to the Nuts and Mars bars. But the dessert recipe is different from classic cooking. Because it includes peanuts, corn syrup, gelatin. In Soviet stores, nougat-toffee was sold in the form of chopped pieces with nuts, wrapped in parchment.
Types of sweets
There are 2 main types of nougat: white and brown. The first is based on whipped egg white and honey, so the products are light, soft. It can be part of various confectionery products.
Brown sweets include caramelized sugar, so it is harder. Nougat can be used as an independent dish in the form of dessert, but often it is included in the filling for chocolate bars, cakes, sweets, waffles and other confectionery products.
Structure
Essential ingredients are products such as honey, egg white and nuts. The composition of the nougat may vary in each production. From nuts, roasted almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, and peanuts can be used.
The consistency of sweets can be different - from tender to hard. This determines the composition of the nougat. Candied fruits, dried fruits, and chocolate add flavor . Sweetness is tasty if it has a harmonious composition.
Calorie content
The composition of nougat includes the following components:
- Proteins - 7.1 g.
- Fats - 10.6 g.
- Carbohydrates - 72.2 g.
Calorie content of the product is 404 kcal per 100 grams. The rate may be slightly higher depending on the ingredients. Proteins are needed for normal growth and development. Honey is rich in mineral salts, fruit acids, essential oils, vitamins, enzymes, amino acids, which have many valuable properties.
Natural nougat does not include harmful components. The product is a source of energy because it contains a lot of carbohydrates. And children need energy to grow. From the use of such a treat, only positive emotions appear.
Cooking
To prepare a dessert, the following components are required:
- honey - 2/3 glasses;
- squirrels - 2 pieces;
- peanuts - 1 cup;
- dried apricots - ½ cup;
- zest from half a lemon.
The baking sheet should be covered with parchment. Honey should be put in heat-resistant dishes and put in a water bath. It is necessary to wait for its kindling, and at this moment beat the squirrels. Then they must be added to warm honey, and then mixed until smooth.
A viscous mass of caramel color should be created. Stir the mixture until thickened and light shade (about 45 minutes). Then add peanuts, dried apricots, lemon zest. Capacity at this time, everything is in a water bath. It is necessary to stir the composition to obtain a white color.
Over time, the mass is more difficult to mix, because the nougat thickens. Then the mass is transferred to a mold, covered with baking paper. The sweetness should cool in a dry place, so it should be left for several hours, and even better at night. After hardening the nougat, you need to cut long strips with a sharp knife. The sweetness is wrapped in parchment and stored in a refrigerator or a cool place. Dessert is ready to eat.
The product is served with tea as an independent dish or with other sweets. Self-made nougat will be more useful if you add natural ingredients. If the product is purchased in a store, then you should read the composition.
Beneficial features
Has the beneficial properties of nougat. The composition of the product is valuable because of its components. If it has almonds, then sweetness includes vitamins E and B. Such a dessert has a beneficial effect on hair, skin, nails. Almonds help cleanse the blood, improve brain function.
Nougat candies will have similar properties. The composition of the product may include peanuts, which are rich in vitamins C, E, PP, B. Of the useful ingredients in sweets are potassium, magnesium, zinc, manganese, iron. Peanuts are needed to strengthen immunity, improve blood coagulation.
Candied papaya are a valuable source of components such as vitamins B, A, C, folic acid and niacin. These additives improve liver activity, lower blood sugar, and protect against thrombosis. Useful are nougat candies with peanuts, the composition of which also includes candied fruit. The product will be indispensable for intense physical exertion.
Harm
Every day, eating nougat is harmful. The product negatively affects the condition of the teeth, since lactic acid causes a violation of the acid-base balance of the oral cavity. Sugar builds up between cleanings, and it is a nutrient for bacteria that thin out tooth enamel and cause tooth decay.
Since the calorie content of sweets is high, due to overeating, obesity can occur, which is especially dangerous for children. An excess of such a dessert negatively affects the gastrointestinal cycle, since it can cause dysbiosis. It also leads to a skin rash.
Due to the constant carbohydrate load, the work of the pancreas is complicated, due to which pancreatitis or diabetes mellitus may appear. A lot of sweets overload the liver, especially in children, so allergic reactions appear. With high blood sugar, you need to limit the use of nougat.