Le Roy René Diamond Tin of 18 Calissons 235g

A subtle blend of finely ground naturally sweet almonds, candied melon, and orange peel, arranged on a wafer base and covered with royal icing, in the original 'diamond' shape which resembles the almonds. This recipe for Aix calissons has remained unchanged since its creation. The art and technique of making these sweets have been passed down through the centuries. Since 1454, the same magic formula has remained unchanged: mix 1/3 part almonds, 1/3 part candied Cavaillon melon from Apt, and 1/3 part hot sugar syrup. And then the shaping begins. Always working in pairs, the calisson makers place the wafer sheet under the calisson mold and then release the calisson paste to fill the small cups. They then spread a thin layer of royal icing made from powdered sugar and egg white. The calissons are then baked for about ten minutes until the royal icing, matte and immaculate, reaches perfection. Finally, they are presented in the signature diamond-shaped boxes. 

Le Roy René makes what are considered the world's most original and authentic calissons and nougats. Since 1920, Confiserie du Roy René has pioneered the almond revival initiative in Provence, working alongside farmers and artisans, to create their signature treats: calissons, nougats, marrons glacés, and fruit jellies, from the orchards and fruits of Provence, the homeland of their heritage, certified by a Protected Geographical Indication.

This tin contains 18 full-sized calissons (2 layers of 9 pieces each)

Ingredients: Candied fruits 41% (fruits 54% [melon 96%, orange and lemon peel], glucose-fructose syrup, sugar), ALMONDS 30% (of which 50% from Provence), sugar, glucose syrup, EGG white, unleavened wafer 0.2% (potato starch, sunflower oil), vanilla and orange blossom natural flavourings, bitter almond extract