provencal sweets

Calissons

Before the time of the manufacture, at the end of the XIXth century), the sugar remained a rare commodity, used with reserve. Le Petit Duc followed the same principle during the hours he spent studying the recipes before the calisson d'Aix to finally arrive at his signature recipe of Calissons de Saint-Rémy... not very sweet, extremely soft and with a delicious almond taste. To discover without delay, delicious square Calissons sublimated in magnificent metal boxes or in tablets revealing their so delicate shape...

Calissons

Metal Box Calissons

€16.67
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  • Metal Box 460g €29.17
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  • Boîte métal 100g €10.42
You'll love the Metal Box Calissons, with its lightly sweetened, super-soft Calissons and delicious almond flavour. This tin is ideal as a gift or to share !
Calissons

Calissons of Saint Rémy

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  • Metal Box 460g €28.33
  • Tablet 100g €7.08
  • Boîte métal 100g €10.42
You'll love the Calissons of Saint Rémy, the ideal speciality for confectionery lovers. These typically Provençal sweets are made from almonds, candied fruit and sugar. These delicacies are not very sweet, are extremely soft and have a delicious almond flavour.
Calissons

Damier Calissons

€17.50
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  • Metal Box 275g €17.50
  • Metal box 115g €10.83
Fall for Calissons Damier, a delicious blend of Calissons de St Rémy and fruit jellies.     Calissons du Petit Duc are low in sugar, extremely soft and have a delicious almond flavor.  
Calissons

Metal box calissons limited edition

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Fall for the Metal box calissons limited edition, a delicious assortment of classic calissons and calissons strong in orange enrobed in dark chocolate ! These calissons are low in sugar, extremely soft and full of almond flavor.
Calissons

Tablet of Assorted Calissons

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Discover our delicious Tablet of Assorted Calissons, an assortment of calissons from Saint-Rémy, with pistachio and Damask rose.     Before the time of manufacture, at the end of the 19th century, sugar was a rare commodity, used with reserve. We followed the same principle during the hours we spent studying recipes from before the calisson d'Aix, to...
Calissons

Box Assortment of Calissons

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Discover the exquisite Box Assortment of Calissons, featuring calissons de Saint-Rémy, pistachio, intense orange and Damask rose. Our Saint-Rémy calissons are little sweets with little sugar, extremely soft and with a delicious almond taste.
Calissons

Organic Calissons

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  • Metal Box 230g €18.33
  • Tablet 100g €7.50
Discover Petit Duc's organic Calissons : lightly sweetened, incredibly soft and deliciously almond-flavored. This organic version offers a unique powdery finish thanks to organic sugar. Succumb to this gourmet temptation combining exquisite flavor and ethical commitment.
Calissons

Box Organic Calissons

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Discover our delicious Box Organic Calissons, powdered sweets made with care. Thanks to cane sugar, these confections offer an unforgettable taste experience.     Petit Duc calissons are low in sugar, extremely soft and have a delicious almond flavor.  
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Tablet of Calissons with Damask Rose

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Discover our Tablet of Calissons with Damask Rose, a gourmet creation with rose petals and essential oil. Calissons du Petit Duc are low in sugar, extremely soft and have a delicious almond flavour.
Calissons

Tablet of Calissons strong in orange

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Fall for our Tablet of Calissons strong in orange, a gourmet creation that combines the sweetness of almonds with the tartness of orange.    Calissons du Petit Duc are low in sugar, extremely soft and deliciously almondy !  
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Tablet of Calissons with Pistachio

€7.08
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Fall for our delicious Tablet of Calissons with Pistachio. A delicious blend of almond, candied fruit and pistachio.     Petit Duc Calissons are low in sugar, extremely soft and deliciously almondy.  
Soft cakes

Calisson cake

€10.43
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  • Case 225g €10.43
Fall for our Calisson Cake ! A ready-to-eat cake with the good taste of calisson.
Assortments

Metal box Made In France

€19.91
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  • Metal box 265g €19.91
Fall for this Metal box Made In France ! A sublime metal box with sweets, each one more delicious and different than the next.
Box Ginger Calissons - le petit duc
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Box Ginger Calissons

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Discover the delicious Box Ginger Calissons ! Petit Duc's Calissons are lightly sweetened and incredibly soft, offering an unforgettable gourmet experience. Their exquisite almond flavour is enhanced by a touch of ginger.
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Lavender Calissons

€11.85
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Discover the delicious Lavender Calissons ! These Petit Duc Calissons, with their low sugar content and incredibly soft texture, are a real treat for the taste buds. With their delicious almond flavour and subtly scented lavender notes, they'll transport you to a gourmet world. Savour these unique Calissons, made with dried lavender flowers and lavender...
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Christmas Metal Box Calissons

€16.67
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You'll love the Metal Box Calissons, with its lightly sweetened, super-soft Calissons and delicious almond flavour. This tin is ideal as a gift or to share !

The Origin of Le Petit Duc's Calissons

The Differences Between Calisson de Saint-Rémy and Calisson d'Aix-en-Provence

Although they bear almost the same name, these two recipes have some differences. After reading these lines, you'll know all about the distinctions between these two Provencal calissons! 

The Origin of Calisson de Saint-Rémy

The Calisson de Saint-Rémy appeared 30 years ago. Before the rise of manufacturing in the late 19th century, sugar was a rare resource used sparingly. This same principle guided us throughout our exploration of pre-Calisson d'Aix recipes, ultimately leading to the creation of our Calisson de Saint-Rémy, the first calisson in Provence.

The Composition of Calisson de Saint-Rémy

It is characterized by its light sugar content, incredibly soft texture, and a delightful almond flavor. Its ingredient list consists primarily of almonds, just the right amount of melon, and orange peel, the traditional hostie, and their delicate layer of royal icing. High-quality ingredients and rigorous craftsmanship make it a mildly sweet, delicate, and incredibly delicious treat. The same recipe, unchanged for years. 

The Shape of Calisson de Saint-Rémy

Calisson de Saint-Rémy is distinguished by its square shape, in contrast to the diamond shape of the Calisson d'Aix.

When we began making calissons 30 years ago, we didn't have a calisson press. Instead, we rolled out the calisson paste and cut it into "squares" using a tool called a guitar. These calissons were so successful that we never dared to change their shape, which has since become our signature.

How Le Petit Duc's Calissons are Made

Our calissons are crafted in our workshop, at the factory, in the Drôme Provençale. You can witness how we make our calissons during your visit to our museum and discovery tour. You can observe our workshop and discover how we work with expertise and passion, thanks to views of our workshops and videos.

Our Bold Flavors

Le Petit Duc also offers recipes created out of a love for indulgence. Find our original recipes in tablets and metal boxes.

Our Creative Recipes: Discover creations like the intensely orange calissons, the Damask rose, ginger, lavender, or pistachio calissons.

Our Metal Boxes: You can also explore our large metal boxes, which are elegant and gourmet gifts, perfect for giving:

  • Our Damier calissons, an elegant combination of fruit pastes and calissons.
  • Our checkers set, mixing classic calissons with chocolate-coated variations.
  • Assorted Calissons: No need to choose; this assortment includes our flagship recipes.
  • Classic and organic calissons.

Order now to taste the historic recipe of the Provencal calisson. Between tradition and craftsmanship, these flavorful Provencal confections are sure to surprise you.