Nusseet

Nusseet is a nut-based spread or confection made from ground roasted nuts, typically almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, or peanuts, often blended with sweeteners and oil to create a smooth paste. The term is used in several European languages to denote a paste of this kind, though there is no single standardized recipe.

Production generally involves selecting roasted nuts, grinding to a coarse or fine paste, and emulsifying with sugar, honey, salt, vanilla, cocoa, or vegetable oil to improve texture and shelf life. Some regional variants incorporate milk powder, cocoa, or spices such as cinnamon.

Nusseet can be prepared at home or manufactured commercially. Home preparations emphasize natural ingredients and control over sweetness and salt. Commercial products range from smooth to chunky textures and may be labeled as spreads, butters, or pastes.

The paste is commonly used as a spread on bread or crackers, as a filling in pastries, or as a flavoring in desserts and confections.

Nutritionally, Nusseet is energy-dense, high in fats and proteins, and provides micronutrients depending on the nuts used (e.g., vitamin E from nuts; minerals such as magnesium). Storage is typically in airtight jars; refrigerating after opening may extend shelf life. Allergens are a consideration; nut allergies limit use.

Etymology and regional names vary; Nusseet is one name among several for nut-based pastes in Europe. See also nut butter, hazelnut spread, and almond paste.