Nuts, Seeds & Pastes
Dried Shredded Coconut vs Peanut Paste (sweetened) in gelato
| Parameter | Dried Shredded Coconut | Peanut Paste (sweetened) | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Solids | 97% | 98.8% | +1.8 |
| Sugars | 7.4% | 37.2% | +29.8 |
| Fat | 64.5% | 32.7% | -31.8 |
| MSNF | 0% | 0% | 0 |
| Protein | 6.9% | 16% | +9.1 |
| POD (sweetening) | 7 | 37 | +30 |
| PAC (anti-freezing) | 7 | 37 | +30 |
Per 100 g of product. Δ = Peanut Paste (sweetened) minus Dried Shredded Coconut. Verified against independent food-science sources on each ingredient page.
The difference that matters
Peanut Paste (sweetened) has the higher anti-freezing power (PAC 37 vs 7), so swapping toward it makes the mix softer and lowers the serving temperature; trim other high-PAC sugars if you want the same scoop hardness. Peanut Paste (sweetened) sweetens more per gram (POD 37 vs 7), so you can dose less of it for the same perceived sweetness. Dried Shredded Coconut carries more fat (64% vs 33%), giving a richer, warmer mouthfeel but demanding you cut other fats to stay in range.
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