Cream and nuts vegan nougat

Although a paste made from almonds and honey was already prepared in ancient Greece that provided energy to Olympic athletes, it is in Arabia where most historians place the origin of nougat as we know it today, as 11th-century texts mentioning "turun" seem to demonstrate.

And it is said that the Arabs introduced this sweet on the Mediterranean coast, specifically in Spain and Italy, and it is not until the fifteenth century when we speak of a Spanish version of nougat, a time when it was already a sweet settled in the country (especially in Jijona, Alicante). In fact, it is from this city that a 1582 document is kept that points to the Christmas custom of paying wages in money and nougat, which would resemble the current Christmas basket.

For its part, the nougat of cream and nuts is a much later variation of the nougat made back then, and this 100% vegetable and free of cholesterol, is the perfect alternative to those that are made with ingredients harmful to our health, the planet and the inhabitants of this one.

This nougat is very mild and has a slightly creamy texture thanks to the cream, but what makes it really special is that its sweet flavor is enhanced by the subtle aroma that the nuts provide.

Walnuts are rich in proteins, lecithin, polyphenols, omega 6, omega 9 and, especially, in omega 3. In addition, they provide us with vitamin E and vitamins of group B (B1, B2 and B6), boron, calcium, copper, phosphorus, magnesium and zinc.

On the other hand, as the base of this nougat is the almond, we also benefit from its protein content and complex carbohydrates (slow absorption and satiating effect), phytosterols, fiber, vitamins A and group B (B5, B7 and B9 or folic acid), iron, potassium and selenium.