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Pain aux Noix

Also known as Walnut bread

A country-style loaf folded with whole walnuts, traditionally served at the cheese course of a French meal for its bitter-sweet contrast.

Method
Deck Oven
Hydration
73%
water to flour
Glycemic index
56
Medium GI
Energy
310 kcal
per 100 g

Sensory profile

sourness
4
sweetness
2
crispiness
5
chewiness
6
aroma
8
moistness
6

Scale 0โ€“10

Nutrition

per 100 g
Energy310 kcal
Protein9 g
Carbohydrates42 g
of which sugars2 g
Fat11 g
Fiber3.5 g
Sodium440 mg

Typical values; recipes vary.

Texture

  • Studded with walnuts
  • Dense nutty crumb

Typical ingredients

  • Wheat Flour
  • Water
  • Sourdough Starter
  • Salt
  • Walnut

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