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Nutritional Values
250kcal
4gProtein
50gCarbs
6gFat
1gFibre
60 gServing
* Per serving · 60 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥚 Eggs
Fartons
How to order / say it
Say it
Fartons — [far-TONS]
Order
Could I have some fartons with my horchata?
Locally
Podría tener unos fartons con mi horchata?
Say locally
Long, sugary pastries perfect for dipping in horchata.
Why try it?
Fartons exemplify Valencia’s rich culture of traditional sweets, crafted to accompany the beloved horchata. This combination is a cherished afternoon treat enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
How it tastes
Sweet and light with a soft, airy crumb, they have a delicate sugary coating. Best when dipped in horchata, enhancing the pastry sweetness.
Origin & History — first documented: 1960
Developed in the 1960s in Alboraya specifically to pair with horchata, fartons have become an essential element of the Valencian horchata culture, enjoyed particularly during summer.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 400 g flour
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🥚 2 eggs
- 🥛 100 ml milk
- 🌾 10 g yeast
- 🫒 30 ml olive oil
- 🍋 1 lemon zest
Method
- 1 Combine flour, sugar, eggs, milk, yeast, and lemon zest to form dough.
- 2 Knead dough and let rise until doubled in size.
- 3 Shape dough into long sticks and bake until golden.
- 4 Coat with a thin layer of sugar glaze while warm.
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