Gianduja WEISS - 1kg Block: The Smoothness of Chocolate and Roman Hazelnuts
Discover Weiss Gianduja, an exceptional product that combines the smoothness of praline chocolate with the intensity of hazelnut. Designed to simplify the work of professionals, this 1kg block is a key ingredient for all your gourmet recipes.
Craftsmanship and Composition
Maison Weiss has selected the best ingredients to create its traditional Gianduja. It is the result of a harmonious blend of: Praliné with Roman Hazelnuts from Italy for an authentic taste. Madalait 35% Milk Couverture, known for its smoothness and quality. This Gianduja is a high-quality product, 100% pure cocoa butter, and guaranteed to be free of palm oil and added fats.
An Ingredient Inspired by History
The origin of Gianduja dates back to Napoleon's blockade in the 19th century. To overcome the cocoa shortage, Italian confectioners in Piedmont had the idea of incorporating finely ground hazelnuts into their chocolate. From this clever solution, this specialty was born, and its name is believed to come from a character in the commedia dell'arte, Gianduja, a symbol of Turin.
Gianduja vs. Praliné:
A Difference in Taste and Texture Often confused with praliné, Gianduja stands out for its fineness. The hazelnuts are ground much more finely, which gives it a perfectly uniform texture and an incomparable smoothness. Its taste is softer and rounder, similar to a high-end chocolate spread, without the characteristic "grainy" feel of praliné.
Professional Applications
Its practical format and ease of use make Gianduja a valuable asset for multiple applications in pastry and chocolate making:
- Fillings for chocolate bonbons: Ideal for creating smooth and intense centres.
- Pastries and entremets: Blends perfectly into creams, mousses, or biscuits.
- Plated desserts: Used for sauces or gourmet decorations.
- Gourmet snacks: Perfect for creating bars or delicious bites.
Composition of WEISS Milk Chocolate with Gianduja Hazelnuts
- 29% hazelnut
- 12% MILK powder
- 8% cocoa beans
- 38% sugar
- 13% cocoa butter
- <1% vanilla
- <1% emulsifiers: lecithins
Allergens : Milk, hazelnut
- may contain traces of egg, sesame, other nuts
Nutritional values (per 100g) WEISS Milk Chocolate with Gianduja Hazelnuts
- Energy : 564 kcal
- Energy : 2352 kJ
- Fat: 37.7 g
- of which saturates : 13.6 g
- Carbohydrates : 46.6 g
- of which sugars : 43.6 g
- Protein : 9 g
- Sodium : 47 mg
- Fibres : 3.9 g
Beyond chocolate: WEISS... choice ingredients for pastry professionals
It's no secret, since its founding in 1882, the Weiss chocolate factory has established itself as a privileged partner for artisan chocolatiers, confectioners and pastry chefs with a complete range of high-quality couverture chocolates with varied and innovative aromatic profiles.
But beyond its extraordinary palette of couverture chocolates...
Did you know? Whether for the making of fine chocolates, creative pastries or sophisticated desserts, you will find at Weiss an extensive range of products adapted to your requirements in addition to couverture chocolates: smooth pralines with varied compositions and textures, praline specialties, cocoa complements, etc.
Panier des Chefs is proud to offer you the specialty range from Maison Weiss, for you, professionals and enthusiasts in search of exceptional products.
