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The Ultimate Guide to Crafting Nougat – 11 Ingredients to Create Blissful Confections

"Indulge in the delicious and nutritious treat that is nougat candy. Elevate your taste buds and discover a world of happiness with our exclusive range. Explore 11 tantalizing tips on the finest ingredients to craft this delightful confectionery, revealed in this article."

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28 July, 2024

Nougat candy with a mix of cereals and chewy fruits blended with a layer of creamy marshmallow is a delightful treat that anyone would fall in love with. Join us as we explore the 11 ingredients that make up this happy candy!

1 Marshmallow

Marshmallow is a spongy, chewy candy made from water, corn syrup, gelatin, and egg whites. It has a similar consistency to melted marshmallow fluff.

Marshmallow binds all the other ingredients together

This ingredient is essential in Nougat candy as it acts as a binding agent, holding all the other ingredients together. When it sets, it creates a delicious and attractive candy bar. For the best results, use white marshmallows with a vanilla flavor, which typically cost around 18,000 VND per pack.

2 Full-cream Milk Powder

Full-cream milk powder gives the melted marshmallow mixture a chewy consistency

Full-cream milk powder is added to the melted marshmallow mixture to give it a chewy consistency. It also adds hardness to the candy and enhances its creamy flavor. Any brand of full-cream milk powder can be used, and it typically costs between 100,000 and 500,000 VND, depending on the brand and type.

3 Almonds

Almonds are one of the essential components of Nougat candy

Almonds are a crucial ingredient in this candy, imparting a rich, buttery flavor and a nutty texture. To enhance the almond flavor, they are lightly roasted to release their natural oils. You can find almonds on our website, with prices ranging from 22,600 to 250,000 VND.

4 Roasted Cashews

Apricot and kiwi fruit leather are popular ingredients for happy candy

Apricot and kiwi fruit leather are popular choices for happy candy. When mixed with the full-cream milk powder and marshmallow mixture, they add a subtle tangy flavor and a unique, fresh look to the candy. Apricot leather costs around 210,000 VND, while kiwi fruit leather is priced at approximately 105,000 VND on our website.

6 Dried Golden Raisins

Dried golden raisins add a unique color and flavor to Nougat candy

Dried golden raisins lend a unique color and a tangy-sweet flavor to Nougat candy, making it less rich and more appealing to those who might find it too indulgent otherwise. Our website offers a 450g box of dried golden raisins for approximately 159,000 VND.

7 Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are a popular choice among candy makers. They add a nutty aroma and a crunchy texture to the Nougat candy, creating an eye-catching green color that makes the candy even more appealing. A box of pumpkin seeds is available on our website for 79,000 VND.

8 Rosebuds

Rosebuds add a beautiful and unique touch to Nougat candy

Rosebuds are added to Nougat candy to enhance its visual appeal and create a unique flavor. The delicate flavor and beautiful appearance of rosebuds make them a favorite among those who try this candy for the first time. Rosebuds are available on various e-commerce platforms, such as Lazada and Tiki, with prices ranging from 40,000 to 250,000 VND, depending on the quantity.

9 Rice Paper for Candy Wrapping

Rice paper is essential for wrapping Nougat candy

Rice paper is essential for wrapping Nougat candy, as it helps preserve the candy and enhances its appearance. In addition to regular candy wrapping paper, you can also use rice paper, which has a pristine white color and creates a neat, square-shaped candy bar. Rice paper is affordable, typically costing between 6,000 and 30,000 VND per pack.

10 Candy Wrapping Paper

Candy wrapping paper adds color and design to Nougat candy

If you want to add some color and design to your Nougat candy bars, you can use candy wrapping paper, which comes in various colors and patterns. A pack of candy wrapping paper typically costs between 9,000 and 50,000 VND.

11 Candy Bags

Candy bags are an alternative to wrapping paper for Nougat candy

Candy bags are another option for packaging Nougat candy, offering a range of styles and sizes. They are a creative way to present Nougat candy as gifts to friends, colleagues, and family during holidays and special occasions. Candy bags are available at different price points, ranging from 9,000 to 60,000 VND per pack.

The above ingredients are essential for making Nougat candy, and we hope this article has provided you with interesting and useful information.

Frequently asked questions

Nougat is a confectionery made from sugar or honey, roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and hazelnuts are common choices), whipped egg whites, and sometimes chopped dried fruits. It has a chewy texture and can be formed into bars or used as a filling in chocolates and candies.

The essential ingredients for nougat are sugar or honey, nuts, and egg whites. However, to create a more flavorful and complex nougat, additional ingredients such as vanilla extract, salt, lemon zest, and chopped dried fruits like apricots or cranberries can be added.

The key to achieving the right texture is in the cooking of the sugar syrup. For a chewy nougat, cook the sugar syrup to the soft-ball stage (235°F to 240°F). Also, make sure to beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks before gradually pouring in the hot sugar syrup. This step is crucial for incorporating air into the mixture and creating the desired chewy consistency.

Nuts are a traditional component of nougat, adding flavor, texture, and crunch. However, it is possible to make nougat without nuts. You can simply omit them or replace them with an equal amount of chopped dried fruits or even toasted coconut for a different flavor profile.

Homemade nougat can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about two weeks. If you’d like it to last longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a month. However, the texture may harden slightly due to the moisture in the refrigerator.

Absolutely! Adding flavors or extracts is a great way to customize your nougat. Popular choices include vanilla extract, almond extract, orange blossom water, rose water, or even a splash of liqueur like Grand Marnier or rum.

For the neatest cuts, let the nougat set completely, then use a sharp chef’s knife or pizza cutter. Before cutting, wipe the blade with vegetable oil or non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Cut the nougat into your desired sizes and shapes, and then wrap the bars individually in wax paper or cellophane for storage.

Certainly! Chocolate nougat is a delicious variation. You can add melted chocolate to the nougat mixture before spreading it into your pan. Alternatively, you can create a chocolate coating by melting chocolate and dipping the nougat bars once they have set.

To prevent sticking, lightly grease the wax paper or parchment paper with vegetable oil or non-stick cooking spray before spreading the nougat mixture onto it. Alternatively, you can dust the paper with a light coating of confectioner’s sugar or cornstarch, which will also add a nice touch to the appearance of the nougat bars.

Yes, you can add food coloring to nougat to create a visually appealing treat. Gel or paste food colorings are recommended as they are more concentrated and less likely to affect the consistency of the nougat. Add the coloring gradually until you achieve your desired shade.