Product Description
Transport your tastebuds to Provence with Calissons from Aix-en-Provence (250 g). These iconic lozenges are crafted from finely ground almonds and candied melon, set on a wafer base and topped with a glossy royal icing. With a texture reminiscent of marzipan but infused with delicate fruit and orange blossom notes, each bite is a luxurious celebration of French culinary heritage.
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Authentic Provençal Specialty — Made in Aix-en-Provence using a centuries-old recipe. These delicate sweets are shaped like almond lozenges and recognized as part of Provence's gastronomic tradition
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Quality Ingredients — Composed of approximately one-third almonds, one-third candied melon and orange, and one-third sugar, plus traditional savoir-faire
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Elegant Texture — Soft, creamy paste with a wafer base and satin-smooth royal icing finish
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Regional Prestige — Often included in Provence’s famed “Thirteen Desserts” and made under PGI guidelines—when specified—ensuring authenticity
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Gourmet Packaging — Presented in classic boxes, calissons make exquisite gifts or indulgent treats for special occasions.
Why Choose This Product
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A Taste of Tradition — Rooted in Aix-en-Provence culinary history, they carry both flavour and cultural authenticity.
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Balanced Sweetness — Fruit, nuts, and sugar in harmony—offering indulgence without being overpowering.
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Sublime Texture — Silky almonds, gentle wafer, and smooth icing—each piece melts elegantly.
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Premium Gift — Ideal for celebrations, tea time, or as a refined French delicacy delivered to your UK home.
Ingredients
Amandes 30%, melons confits 28% (melons, sirop de glucose-fructose, sucre), sucre (dont fécule de pomme de terre), sirop de glucose-fructose, blancs d'œufs réhydratés, écorces d'oranges confites 1.5% (écorces d'oranges, sirop de glucose-fructose, sucre), pain azyme (fécule de pomme de terre, huile de tournesol), arôme naturel de quinquina (dont quinine), extrait d'amande amère, arôme naturel de gentiane. Made in France. Almond origin: Spain; Melon origin: France.
Allergens
Contains: Nuts and nut-based products, Eggs and egg-based products. May contain traces of: Other nuts.
Nutritional Information
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Nutrient
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Amount
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Energy (kJ/kcal)
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440kcal
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Fat (g)
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16g
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Saturated Fatty Acids (g)
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1.65g
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Carbohydrates (g)
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60.3g
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Sugars (g)
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50g
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Protein (g)
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7.88g
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Salt (g)
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0.03g
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