This 8 lb Hazelnut Paste is made from finely ground roasted hazelnuts, offering a rich, nutty flavor and smooth texture for high-end culinary applications. Free from added sugars or oils, it provides a pure nut base for confections, baked goods, gelato, and pastry creams. Its creamy consistency makes it ideal for blending into fillings, spreads, and chocolate formulations.

Features

• Made from 100% roasted hazelnuts

• Smooth, pourable paste with natural oil separation

• No added sugar, salt, or preservatives

• Consistent flavor and texture for commercial use

• Bulk 8 lb foodservice container

Perfect For

• Praline pastes and nut butter fillings

• Gianduja, chocolate truffles, and ganache

• Gelato and ice cream bases

• Baked goods, cookies, and fine pastries

Specifications

• Weight: 8 lbs

• Ingredients: 100% hazelnuts (unless otherwise labeled)

• Texture: Smooth, uniform nut paste

• Packaging: Sealed food-grade container

• Storage: Store in cool, dry place; stir before use

• Shelf Life: Up to 12 months unopened

Usage Tips

• Stir well to incorporate natural oils before using

• Mix with sugar or chocolate to create custom spreads

• Ideal for use in pastry creams or nut-based sauces

• Refrigerate after opening to preserve freshness

FAQs

Q: Is this the same as hazelnut butter?
A: Similar, but paste is usually more fluid and made for pastry and confection use.

Q: Can I use this in gelato?
A: Yes, its excellent as a flavor base in frozen desserts.

Q: Is it sweetened?
A: No, it is typically unsweetened unless otherwise specified.

Q: Does it need refrigeration?
A: Not before opening, but refrigerating after opening helps maintain quality.

Allergen Information: Contains tree nuts (hazelnuts).

Ingredients: Hazelnut Paste, Hazelnut Praline Paste, Highly Refined Vegetable Oils (rapeseed, cottonseed, soybean).

Shelf Life: 10 Months

Item Number: PS00041