How much nougat to buy per person at Christmas?
How much nougat do you need to keep the whole family happy? We give you the key tips to get the perfect amount, no more, no less.
Christmas is here, and with it comes the same question every year: how much nougat should I buy? The answer depends on several factors, but here is a simple guide to help you get it just right.
The basic rule: 100 g per person
At a family meal where nougat is one of several desserts, allow around 100 g per adult. For a table of 10, two 300 g bars plus a box of wafer-thin tortas is usually more than enough.
If your guests are big nougat fans or nougat takes centre stage as the main dessert, go up to 150-200 g per person. Bear in mind that Jijona nougat, being creamier and denser, is usually eaten in smaller portions than the harder Alicante style.
Artisan Jijona nougat
Which variety to choose?
If you are unsure of everyone's preferences, go for variety: one soft Jijona bar, one hard Alicante bar, and a specialty option such as toasted egg-yolk nougat or pistachio nougat. That way most tastes are covered.
Nougat keeps perfectly for several days in a cool, dry place. You can buy ahead and store it until the holidays without any loss of quality.
More artisan varieties
