Can Nutella be substituted for Peanut Butter in Peanut Butter Fudge?
Want to substitute Nutella for peanut butter in M&M Peanut Butter Fudge.
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The critical differences in a fudge recipe will be the amount of fat, nut solids, and other ingredients that might interfere with texture and setting. Since fudge gets its texture from a cooled suspension of solids in fat, and having the right concentration of sugar cooked enough to get to the correct temperature, these are the critical ingredients to consider for this type of substitution. From the nutition information:
Nutrition Facts
Peanut butter, smooth style
Amount Per 2 tbsp (32 g)
Calories 188
Total Fat 16 g
Nutrition Facts
Nutella, original
Amount Per 2 tbsp (37 g)
Calories 200
Total Fat 11 g
So, Nutella has soy lecithin as well, which can affect texture. You will notice that the fat percentage, as grams per gram of substance is considerably lower for nutella, but it has sugar, cocoa powder etc. This means that less fat = more binding, but other ingredients = less binding.
The long and short is you have to experiment. Nutella has other ingredients, too, like milk or milk solids and generally has a lighter texture than peanut butter. Experiment and you will then have to adjust other ingredients, like chocolate type or powder, butter, cream, etc... The greater sugar content is also important.
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Can you use Nutella instead of peanut butter?
Can you substitute Nutella for peanut butter in peanut butter cookies? I get asked if you can substitute Nutella for peanut butter, or the other way around. The answer is yes! The texture of both is very similar, and both peanut butter and Nutella are so tasty served together too.Can I use Nutella instead of nut butter?
You might think that it is because it is made from hazelnuts, skim milk, and cocoa. However, those are not the main ingredients in Nutella. Because Nutella is loaded with sugar, high in fat and calories, it is not a healthy food. Since Nutella is not a healthy food, it should not be used as a substitute for nut butter.What can I substitute for peanut butter in a recipe?
10 Best Substitutes For Peanut ButterHow do you make fudge with Nutella and frosting?
In large microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and hazelnut spread uncovered on High in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, 40 seconds to 2 minutes or until smooth. Stir in frosting; microwave uncovered on High 20 to 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in cereal and marshmallows; blend well.3 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge | One Pot Chef
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