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Nutritional Values
150kcal
2gProtein
25gCarbs
5gFat
1gFibre
30 gServing
* Per serving · 30 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥚 Eggs
Navettes de Marseille
How to order / say it
Say it
Navettes de Marseille — [nah-VET duh mar-SAY]
Order
I'd like the navettes, please.
Locally
Je voudrais des navettes, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
Boat-shaped biscuits infused with orange blossom flavor.
Why try it?
These biscuits are emblematic of Marseille's rich patisserie tradition, often enjoyed during Candlemas and integral to festive Provençal celebrations. Their unique shape and flavor connect them to local legends and traditions.
How it tastes
Crumbly with a delicate sweetness and distinctive fragrance of orange blossom, Navettes de Marseille offer a balanced, slightly dry texture perfect for dipping in coffee or sweet wine.
Origin & History — first documented: 1781
Originating in the 18th century, the navette's creation is steeped in lore, tied to the arrival of a maritime relic in the city. This historical pastry continues to be a favorite, offering a taste of local legend and nostalgia.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g flour
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🥚 2 pieces eggs
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🥣 10 ml orange blossom water
- 🧂 5 g baking powder
Method
- 1 Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 2 Beat in eggs one at a time, then add orange blossom water.
- 3 Stir in flour and baking powder to form a dough.
- 4 Shape into boat-like forms and bake until golden.
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