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🍫 Crunchy, intense, with chunks of extra-dark chocolate that melt with every bite. The Cantuccini al Cioccolato Fondente by Masoni Pietro are the most indulgent expression of the Sienese confectionery tradition — the same artisan double-baking as the Cantuccini Toscani IGP with Almonds, the same historic pastry house from Colle di Val d'Elsa, Siena. Only the ingredients change: instead of almonds, generous pieces of extra-dark chocolate and cocoa in the dough.
These are not cantuccini with a few chocolate chips as decoration. These are chocolate cantuccini in the fullest sense: cocoa dough, generous dark chocolate chunks, deep colour and genuine aroma. You feel the difference from the very first bite.
🌟 Why these cantuccini are different
Masoni Pietro has been producing traditional Sienese confectionery from the heart of Tuscany with a simple philosophy: honest ingredients, artisan craftsmanship, no industrial shortcuts. Every detail of the recipe is a deliberate choice:
🌾 Low-refined 100% Italian flour — not the industrial 00 flour. A flour with more character, giving the biscuit a rustic and authentic texture.
🧈 Butter only — no vegetable oil, no compromise on fat quality. Butter gives cantuccini that dense crumbliness that palm oil simply cannot replicate.
🥚 Free-range eggs — a simple ingredient, but it makes a real difference to the colour and flavour of the dough.
🚫 No palm oil · No hydrogenated fats · No GMO — what is not on the label is just as important as what is.
📦 Product details
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Producer | Masoni Pietro s.r.l. — Colle di Val d'Elsa, Siena |
| Format | Bag 250 g |
| Main ingredient | Extra-dark chocolate chunks + cocoa in the dough |
| Flour | Low-refined, 100% Italian |
| Fat | Butter only — no palm oil, no hydrogenated fats |
| Eggs | Free-range hens |
| GMO | No |
| Allergens | Gluten, eggs, milk — may contain traces of tree nuts |
| Storage | Cool, dry place away from heat sources |
☕ How to enjoy them — classic and modern pairings
Chocolate cantuccini lend themselves to different pairings than classic almond cantuccini:
☕ With espresso — the most immediate pairing. The bitterness of dark chocolate and espresso balance each other perfectly.
🍷 With Tuscan Vin Santo — tradition calls for cantuccini dipped in Vin Santo. With chocolate the contrast is even more compelling: the oxidative sweetness of the wine against the intensity of the dark chocolate.
🍷 With Port or Marsala — chocolate cantuccini with sweet fortified wines make an elegant after-dinner pairing.
🧊 With vanilla ice cream — crumbled over a scoop as an artisan Tuscan crumble.
🎁 As a gift — paired with Cantuccini Toscani IGP with Almonds, they make a perfect complete Tuscan confectionery gift.
🏅 The producer — Masoni Pietro, Colle di Val d'Elsa
Masoni Pietro s.r.l. is based in Colle di Val d'Elsa, in the province of Siena — the heart of Tuscan confectionery tradition. The pastry house holds certification for the production of Cantuccini Toscani IGP, Ricciarelli di Siena IGP and Panforte di Siena IGP: three of the most important European certifications in Sienese confectionery. The chocolate cantuccini share the same artisan structure as the IGP products — double baking, selected ingredients, hand production — with extra-dark chocolate as the star ingredient.
🏨 For restaurants, hotels and hospitality businesses
Cantuccini al Cioccolato Fondente Masoni Pietro are the ideal choice for restaurants and agriturismi wishing to offer guests an authentic Tuscan finish with a touch of indulgence. Contact us for ongoing supply, custom quantities and trade pricing.
🚚 Shipping
| Destination | Weight | Shipping cost |
|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇺 Europe | 0 – 5 kg | €19.00 |
| 🇪🇺 Europe | 5 – 10 kg | €26.00 |
| 🇪🇺 Europe | over 10 kg | €33.00 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | up to €49.99 | €8.90 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | €50.00 – €119.99 | €4.90 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | from €120.00 | €3.90 |
📅 Orders placed Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday: delivery by Friday.
📦 Protective packaging to ensure product integrity during transit.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between chocolate cantuccini and almond cantuccini?
Chocolate cantuccini have cocoa in the dough and chunks of extra-dark chocolate instead of almonds. Same artisan double-baking, same producer (Masoni Pietro, Siena), completely different flavour profile: bitter and intense rather than sweet and nutty. They complement each other perfectly.
Do these cantuccini contain palm oil?
No. Masoni Pietro uses only butter as the fat. No palm oil, no hydrogenated fats, no GMO.
Can they be dipped in Vin Santo?
Yes — that is the Tuscan tradition. With dark chocolate the contrast against the sweet Vin Santo is particularly striking. Also excellent with Port, Marsala or a red passito wine.
How should they be stored?
In a cool, dry place away from heat sources. Once the bag is opened, store in an airtight container to keep the crunch.
Can I order them with other Tuscan sweets?
Yes. Pair them with Cantuccini Toscani IGP with Almonds for a complete assortment, or include them in a gift box with Tuscan cured meats and cheeses for a unique gastronomic gift.
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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