Big Spoon Roasters, known for its innovative nut butter flavors, has launched a limited-edition Toffee Crunch Peanut & Cashew Butter in collaboration with Brooklyn pastry chef Laurie Ellen Pellicano. This new spread combines high-oleic runner peanuts, organic cashews, and a unique candied pecan crunch, offering a sophisticated twist on classic nut butters.
What Makes This Spread Different?
The Toffee Crunch flavor isn’t just another sweet addition to the market. It’s a carefully crafted blend:
- Ingredients: High-oleic runner peanuts, organic cashews, coconut nectar, sorghum syrup, Jacobsen sea salt, and candied coconut pecans. The pecans themselves are made with organic coconut, cacao nibs, maple syrup, golden syrup, and a touch of salt.
- Vegan and Allergen-Friendly: The product is vegan, soy-free, gluten-free, and palm oil-free.
- Chef Collaboration: Developed with Laurie Ellen Pellicano, whose bakery specializes in high-quality shortbread cookies and who contributed to a James Beard Award-nominated cookbook.
The combination of creamy nut butter and crunchy, caramelized pecans sets this spread apart from standard peanut butters. The salt enhances the sweetness, creating a balanced flavor profile.
Consumer Experience
Early reviews highlight the texture and taste. The nut butter requires stirring due to its thickness, but the visible chunks of candied pecans deliver a satisfying crunch reminiscent of holiday nut stands. It’s versatile enough to be enjoyed straight from the jar, swirled into yogurt or oatmeal, or spread on toast.
Availability and Pricing
Big Spoon Roasters’ Toffee Crunch Peanut & Cashew Butter is available on the company’s website for $15.99 per 13-ounce jar through March 31. This limited-edition flavor suggests a trend towards premium, artisanal nut butters that go beyond basic flavors.
The rise of such products reflects a growing consumer preference for high-quality, unique food experiences. Companies like Big Spoon Roasters are capitalizing on this by partnering with culinary experts to deliver innovative and flavorful options.
The Toffee Crunch flavor is a testament to the increasing demand for sophisticated spreads that cater to both taste and dietary preferences.
