Calissons from Aix en Provence 250g

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.

• 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 

• Quality Ingredients — Composed of approximately one-third almonds, one-third candied melon and orange, and one-third sugar, plus traditional savoir-faire 

• Elegant Texture — Soft, creamy paste with a wafer base and satin-smooth royal icing finish 

• Regional Prestige — Often included in Provence’s famed “Thirteen Desserts” and made under PGI guidelines—when specified—ensuring authenticity

• Gourmet Packaging — Presented in classic boxes, calissons make exquisite gifts or indulgent treats for special occasions.

Why Choose This Product

• A Taste of Tradition — Rooted in Aix-en-Provence culinary history, they carry both flavour and cultural authenticity.

• Balanced Sweetness — Fruit, nuts, and sugar in harmony—offering indulgence without being overpowering.

• Sublime Texture — Silky almonds, gentle wafer, and smooth icing—each piece melts elegantly.

• 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