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Nutritional Values
230kcal
4gProtein
36gCarbs
9gFat
3gFibre
50 gServing
* Per serving · 50 g. May vary.
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🥜 Nuts
Calissons
How to order / say it
Say it
Calissons — [Kah-lee-sawn]
Order
I'd like some calissons, please.
Locally
Je voudrais des calissons, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
A traditional confection made from a paste of candied fruit and almonds.
Why try it?
Calissons represent the sweet side of Provençal heritage, often enjoyed during festivities and as gifts. This confection reflects the region's rich bounty of almonds and candied fruits, leaving an indelible impression of Marseille's artisanal craft.
How it tastes
A smooth paste of candied fruit and almonds is enveloped in a crisp icing, offering a sweet, fruity, and nutty flavor with a delicate soft center.
Origin & History — first documented: 1450
Calissons have their origins in the region of Aix-en-Provence during the 15th century, traditionally served during religious events and festive occasions. They were said to have been inspired by medieval marzipans and have since become an iconic sweet treat in and around Marseille.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥜 200 g almonds
- 🍯 150 g candied melon
- 🍋 50 g orange peel
- 🍯 100 g icing sugar
- 🥚 1 egg white
- 🌾 as needed wafer paper
Method
- 1 Soak almonds overnight, then drain and peel.
- 2 Grind almonds with candied melon and orange peel to a smooth paste.
- 3 Roll paste onto wafer paper, topping with icing sugar mixed with egg white.
- 4 Cut into lozenge shapes and bake until set.
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