FunCakes Pistachio Flavor Paste - 240g | Professional Flavor Paste
Intense flavoring with 60% real pistachios - Stable during baking up to 220°C
Discover FunCakes Pistachio Flavor Paste in 240g format, a concentrated solution to bring an authentic pistachio flavor and natural green color to all your pastry creations. This paste stands out for its exceptional 60% real pistachio content, offering an intense taste, remarkable nutritional richness, and a smooth texture superior to synthetic flavors.
Professional 240g format ideal for pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and ice cream makers seeking authenticity, aromatic intensity, and natural green coloring.
Technical advantages of the product
Maximum pistachio authenticity:
- 60% real pistachios in the composition for an intense, natural, and rounded flavor
- Exceptional concentration offering the highest dried fruit content on the market
- Natural green coloring thanks to chlorophylls and curcumin (E100, E141)
- Nutritional richness: 71% natural fat content from pistachios
Professional stability:
- Baking resistance up to 220°C without aroma loss
- Cold resistance perfect for ice creams and frozen desserts
- Universal compatibility with all fats (butter, chocolate, cream)
- Stable coloring that does not change during baking
Ease of use:
- Smooth paste texture facilitating lump-free incorporation
- Dual function: simultaneous flavoring and coloring
- Airtight resealable jar preserving aromatic qualities
- Cost-effective alternative to pure artisanal pistachio paste
Professional applications
Cold preparations (dosage 3-6%)
- Buttercream and Whipped Creams: Intense pistachio buttercream, colored whipped creams
- Bavarois and Mousses: Light desserts with authentic pistachio notes
- Chocolate Ganaches: Pistachio pairings with white, dark, or milk chocolate
- Ice Creams and Sorbets: Stable flavor base with natural green coloring
Baked preparations (dosage 4-8%)
- Sponge Cakes and Biscuits: Persistent pistachio aroma after baking with green color
- Financiers and Madeleines: Enhances the flavor of dried fruits in batters
- Choux Pastry: Original Pistachio Éclairs and Paris-Brest
- Macarons: Naturally colored flavored shells or intense ganaches
Professional usage and dosages
Recommended dosages by application
Cold preparations:
- Light creams (whipped cream, mousse): 3-4% of total weight
- Rich creams (buttercream, ganache): 4-6% of total weight
- Ice creams and sorbets: 5-7% of liquid base
Baked preparations:
- Standard baking (<200°C): 4-6% of dough weight
- High temperature (>200°C): 6-8% of dough weight
Concrete examples:
- Buttercream 500g: 20-30g flavoring paste
- Sponge cake 1kg: 40-60g flavoring paste
- Whipped ganache 500g: 20-25g flavoring paste
Incorporation method
- Stir the jar well before use to homogenize the natural fats
- Incorporation into the fat phase (melted butter, cream, warm ganache) for optimal dispersion
- Gradual addition while stirring until fully homogeneous and evenly colored
- Final adjustment: taste and adjust intensity according to desired result
Technical tip: The high fat content (71%) may cause natural separation. Always stir before use. For high-temperature baking, slightly increase the amount.
Composition and technical characteristics
Ingredients: Pistachios (60%), vegetable oils and fats (palm, sunflower), colorants: E100 (curcumin), E141 (copper-chlorophyll complexes), salt, flavoring, emulsifier: E322 (soy lecithin).
Product specifications:
- Brand: FunCakes
- Reference: F56580
- Format: 240g airtight resealable jar
- Pistachio content: 60% real pistachios
- Texture: Smooth, fatty paste with natural green color
Average nutritional values (per 100g):
- Energy: 733 kcal / 3068 kJ
- Fats: 71.0g (of which saturated fatty acids: 25.0g)
- Carbohydrates: 4.5g (of which sugars: 2.4g)
- Proteins: 16.0g
- Salt: 0.8g
Allergens: Contains pistachios (tree nuts) and soy (lecithin). May contain traces of other tree nuts and egg.
Storage and preservation
Optimal conditions: Store in a dry place, away from direct light, between 15-20°C.
After opening: Reseal tightly after each use. Stir before use to homogenize the fats that may naturally rise to the surface. Preferably use within 4-6 months for optimal flavor intensity.
Shelf life: Refer to the date indicated on the packaging (10-12 months before opening).
Creative tips and pairings
Recommended gourmet pairings:
- Pistachio-raspberry: perfect tangy contrast for modern entremets and tartlets
- Pistachio-white chocolate: refined classic for ganaches and creamy mousses
- Pistachio-apricot: summery pairing for tarts and fruity desserts
- Pistachio-orange blossom: sophisticated oriental creations
Recipe ideas:
- Authentic pistachio macarons: naturally colored shells and intense ganache
- Reimagined Paris-Brest: pistachio pastry cream in flavored choux pastry
- Pistachio-raspberry entremets: pistachio bavarois on dacquoise biscuit
- Artisanal pistachio ice cream: custard base + flavoring paste for color and texture
Frequently asked questions
Does this paste replace pure pistachio paste?
With 60% pistachios, it offers an excellent balance between authenticity and convenience. It is perfect for everyday baking. For applications requiring 100% pistachio (fine pralines), it can be complemented with pure paste.
Is the green color natural?
Yes, it mainly comes from pistachios and is enhanced with natural colorants (chlorophylls E141 and curcumin E100) for a color that stays stable during baking.
Why does the paste sometimes separate?
This is normal with 71% natural fat content. Pistachio oils rise to the surface. Simply stir before each use to restore a smooth texture.
How many batches can be made with a 240g jar?
About 8-12 batches of 500g depending on the dosage (3-8%). An excellent value for regular professional use.
Can the fat content in the recipe be reduced?
Yes, slightly reduce the amount of butter or oil in your recipe because this paste already provides 71% naturally.
Professional format 240g • 60% real pistachios • Stable baking at 220°C • Natural green coloring • Dosage 3-8% • FunCakes Professional
