Pecans for baking. Beneficial features

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Pecans for baking are a great idea. Nuts add a unique flavor and aroma to baked goods. Pecans will also add a nice sweetness to your desserts.

And you will definitely like the original caramel taste.

Pecans for baking and desserts

I enjoy using pecans in my desserts. Because they add amazing aroma and caramel flavor. For example, you can cook wonderful truffles.

How to Prepare Pecans

Before using nuts for baking and desserts, you need to properly prepare them.

The fact is that pecans contain phytic acid. Therefore, for better digestion, it is advisable to soak pecans for 8 hours in water. At the same time, change the water periodically.

Then wash and dry the nuts. Dry in any available and convenient way. You can use the oven or slow cooker. At a temperature of 60°C/140°F.

The nutritional value

Raw nuts don’t even contain cholesterol. They have a unique set of useful properties. As well as a rich balanced composition.

100 grams of pecans contains:

Name	Amount	Unit
Energy	691	kcal
Proteins	9.17	g
Total lipid (fat)	72	g
Carbohydrate	13.9	g
Fiber	9.6	g
Sugar	3.97	g
Sucrose	3.9	g
Cholesterol	0
Potassium, K	410	mg
Calcium	70	mg
Magnesium	121	mg
Iron	2.53	mg
Zinc	4.53	mg
Manganese	4.5	mg
Vitamin B6	0.21	mg
Vitamin E	1.4	mg
Saturated fatty acids	6.18	g

Health Benefits of Pecans

Pecan nuts improve the digestion process. Removes toxic substances. Reduces bad cholesterol levels.

Activates the reproductive functions of the body.
Increases immunity
Great energy drink
Antioxidant
Antidepressant
It also has a positive effect on the structure of the skin. And it has anti-aging properties.

Harm of pecans

Usually pecans do not harm the body. But you need to follow the rules of consumption. And be sure to take into account the individual intolerance of the product. And also remember the high calorie content of pecans.