Azucren - Ingredient
Azubutter 300 g, Premium Vegetable Shortening
Vegetable shortening for softening sugar paste, fondant, and pastillage.
Azucren's 300 g Azubutter is a white vegetable shortening intended for professional cake design, designed as a European alternative to imported vegetable shortenings from outside the EU. Free from trans fats and partial hydrogenation, it softens and lubricates sugar paste, fondant, pastillage, and gumpaste. Its creamy texture remains stable at room temperature, with no refrigeration required. The 300 g airtight jar is suitable for regular workshop use.
Technical specifications
300 g
Format
Airtight jar
18–22°C
Stable texture
No refrigeration
6–12 months
Storage
After opening
Recommended uses
- Softening hardened or dry fondant and sugar paste
- Lubricating the work surface for laminating and rolling out
- Greasing the cutting edges of cookie cutters for clean cuts
- Working with gumpaste and sugar flowers: work surface, veiners, modeling tools
- Demolding chocolate molds, cake pops, and pastillage pieces
How to use it
To soften hardened fondant: take 5 to 8 g of Azubutter per 500 g of dough, warm it slightly between your hands, then incorporate it by kneading vigorously until the dough becomes soft and elastic again. Adjust the quantity according to the initial hardness, without exceeding 2% of the dough's total weight, or a maximum of 10 g per 500 g.
For laminating, grease the work surface with a very thin layer, 2 to 3 g for 40 x 40 cm, using absorbent paper in circular motions: the fondant detaches effortlessly without any residue of starch or powdered sugar.
For cookie cutters, apply a trace of Azubutter with a dry brush to the cutting edges before cutting: the shapes release without deformation, which is useful for fine patterns and slender letters.
Professional dosages by use
| Softening standard fondant | 1% of the dough's weight, or 5 g per 500 g |
| Softening very hardened fondant | 2% maximum, or 10 g per 500 g |
| Greasing a 40x40 cm work surface | 2 to 3 g, ultra-thin layer |
| Greasing a 50x50 cm work surface | 3 to 4 g, in concentric circles |
| Greasing cookie cutters | A brush stroke, cutting edges only |
| Demolding chocolate molds | Thin coating applied with a soft brush |
Patissland tip
Golden rule: never exceed 2% of the dough's weight for softening; beyond that, the greasy effect becomes visible and harms the finish. Keep Azubutter at room temperature: refrigeration makes it excessively hard and complicates its use.
Compared with traditional vegetable shortenings
| Origin | Azubutter: Spain, EU. Imported vegetable shortening from outside the EU: origin varies. |
| Trans fatty acids | Azubutter: 0%. Imports from outside the EU: varies by version. |
| Partial hydrogenation | Azubutter: no. Imports from outside the EU: variable. |
| EU compliance (WHO, EFSA) | Azubutter: yes. Imports from outside the EU: check according to origin. |
| Availability in France | Azubutter: standard distribution. Imports from outside the EU: variable lead times and costs. |
| Format | Azubutter: 300 g in an airtight container, suitable for product testing or regular production. |
Complete technical data sheet
| Brand | Azucren, Spain |
| Product type | Food-grade vegetable shortening |
| Color | Uniform white |
| Texture | Semi-solid and creamy at 18-22°C |
| Taste and smell | Neutral |
| Trans fatty acids | 0% |
| Partial hydrogenation | No |
| Compliance | EU standards, WHO and EFSA recommendations |
| Net weight | 300 g |
| Packaging | Food-grade plastic container, airtight lid |
| Storage before opening | Room temperature 15-25°C, protected from light |
| Storage after opening | 6 to 12 months at room temperature |
| Refrigeration | Not recommended, excessive hardening |
| Allergens | May contain traces depending on the production line; check the batch label. Gluten-free, lactose-free, milk-protein-free, egg-free, and free from tree nuts depending on the formulation. |
| Diet | Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, 100% plant-based; for strict vegan use, check the origin of the emulsifiers on the batch label. |
| Nutritional values per 100 g | Energy 900 kcal / 3760 kJ, fat 100 g, of which saturated 25-35 g, monounsaturated 40-50 g, polyunsaturated 20-30 g, trans fatty acids 0 g, carbohydrates 0 g, protein 0 g, salt 0 g |
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Azubutter and a standard imported vegetable shortening?
Azubutter offers guaranteed EU regulatory compliance: 0% trans fatty acids, no partial hydrogenation, compliant with WHO and EFSA recommendations, with stable distribution in France without import restrictions.
Should Azubutter be refrigerated after opening?
No. Cold excessively hardens the product and makes it difficult to use. Keep the container tightly closed at room temperature, between 18 and 22°C.
How much should be used to soften 1 kg of very hardened fondant?
Start with 10 to 15 g, knead for 3 to 5 minutes, let rest for 10 minutes, then reassess. Add more only if necessary, without exceeding 20 g in total, or 2% of the paste's weight.
Learn more
Discover the sugar paste collection, the Azucren selection, or the Azu Melts Blanc 250 g for your decorations and coatings.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
