Cavallucci Siena Masoni
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Cavallucci di Siena — Hazelnut Spice Cookies, Masoni Pietro
Cavallucci di Siena are one of the oldest specialities of Sienese confectionery: soft spiced cookies made with hazelnuts, honey and spices, hand-crafted by Masoni Pietro of Siena following the original medieval recipe. Nothing like industrial biscuits — the texture gives it away: firm outside, soft and aromatic inside, with the deep fragrance of toasted hazelnuts.
🏛️ A Medieval Recipe Still Alive in Siena
Cavallucci were born in medieval Siena in the taverns and coaching inns where horses were changed on the trade routes. The original recipe was designed to last: honey as a natural preservative, spices for digestion, nuts for sustenance. They were the food of merchants and travellers, not nobility. Masoni Pietro preserves this heritage with the care a centuries-old Sienese tradition deserves.
📋 Product Details
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| 🌰 Main ingredient | Hazelnuts |
| 🍯 Other ingredients | Honey, spices, candied fruit |
| 🏭 Producer | Masoni Pietro, Siena |
| 📍 Origin | Siena, Tuscany |
| 📦 Size | 500 g |
| 💰 Price | €10.71 |
| 🧁 Texture | Soft, aromatic, compact |
| ⭐ Reviews | 5/5 — 9 verified reviews |
☕ How to enjoy them
🍷 With dessert wine — the classic pairing Vin Santo Toscano or Vernaccia di San Gimignano passito. Cavallucci are traditionally enjoyed dipped in Tuscan dessert wine — this is how they have been eaten in Siena for centuries.
☕ With coffee A short espresso or macchiato. The spice notes and hazelnuts harmonise perfectly with the bitterness of coffee.
🍵 With tea Earl Grey or a spiced chai. Cavallucci are one of Italy's original "tea biscuits" — robust enough to pair with a strong brew.
🧀 With aged cheese Pecorino di Pienza or cave-aged Pecorino with a Cavalluccio and a drizzle of chestnut honey. The simplest and most effective Tuscan antipasto.
🎁 As a food gift Cavallucci are the quintessential Sienese Christmas biscuit — distinctive, hard to find outside Tuscany, and always a surprise for those who have never tasted them.
🛒 You might also like
🍪 Italian Amaretti Cookies — another Sienese speciality, almond-based, from the same artisan tradition. → https://www.salumeriatoscana.shop/en/products/italian-amaretti-cookies-almond
🎁 Tuscan Gift Baskets — combine the cavallucci with cured meats, cheese and other Tuscan sweets. → https://www.salumeriatoscana.shop/en/collections/tuscan-gift-baskets-hampers-buy-online
🍷 Pairing Guide
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| 🍷 Dessert wine | Vin Santo Toscano, Vernaccia passito, Moscato |
| ☕ Coffee | Short espresso, macchiato |
| 🍵 Tea | Earl Grey, chai, spiced black tea |
| 🧀 Cheese | Aged Pecorino, Parmigiano, blue cheese |
| 🍯 Honey | Chestnut or wildflower honey on a mixed board |
🚚 Shipping & Delivery
Cavallucci are a dry product — no refrigeration needed. Shipped in rigid protective packaging. Store in a cool, dry place after delivery.
Shipping days: Monday · Tuesday · Wednesday → delivery by Friday
🌍 Europe & UK
| Order weight | Shipping cost |
|---|---|
| 0 – 5 kg | €19.00 |
| 5 – 10 kg | €26.00 |
| Over 10 kg | €33.00 |
❓ FAQ
What are Cavallucci di Siena? Cavallucci are soft spiced cookies from Siena, made with honey, hazelnuts, candied fruit and spices. They date back to medieval Siena, where they were made in the taverns along the trade routes. They differ from Panforte in texture (softer, lighter) and from Ricciarelli in that they use nuts and spices rather than almond paste.
Are they a Christmas biscuit? Traditionally yes — Cavallucci senesi are the classic Sienese Christmas biscuit. However, Masoni Pietro produces them year-round: the spicing and soft texture make them enjoyable in any season.
How should I store them? In a cool, dry place away from light. Not in the fridge. Once opened, seal well and consume within 7–10 days to preserve the fragrance.
Do they contain gluten? The classic Cavallucci recipe contains flour. Always check the label for the full ingredient list and allergen information.
What is the difference between Cavallucci and Ricciarelli? Both come from Siena. Ricciarelli IGP are made from almond paste, flat and oval with icing sugar. Cavallucci are rounder, softer and spicier — made with honey, hazelnuts and spices. Different products, same ancient city.
How does refrigerated shipping work?
Every order travels refrigerated at +2/+4°C, vacuum-sealed and in an insulated box with cooling gel. This way the products arrive fresh and in the best condition, as if just picked up in the shop.
How soon will I receive my order?
Delivery normally takes place within 1-3 working days of shipping, throughout Italy. You receive the tracking number by email to follow your parcel all the way home.
Is there a minimum order or do I need to register?
No: there is no minimum order and no mandatory registration. Add the products to your cart, enter your address and complete the order in a few steps.
How do I store the products when they arrive?
Keep fresh products in the fridge at +2/+4°C and consume them by the date shown on the label. For cured meats and aged cheeses you will find storage instructions in the product description.
Do you also ship abroad?
We ship throughout Italy and to the 27 countries of the European Union, always with refrigerated and insulated packaging that maintains the cold chain until delivery.
Which payment methods can I use?
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