Valrhona - Pastry Praline
50% Almond Hazelnut Praline
Valrhona 50% Almond Hazelnut Praline, roasted and caramelized nuts.
Valrhona 50% Almond Hazelnut Praline is a classic among chocolatiers: a balanced blend of roasted almonds and hazelnuts with caramel, ground to a melt-in-the-mouth consistency. Its 50% nut content guarantees an naturally intense praline flavor. It can be used as a filling for chocolates, an entremets insert, whipped ganache, or simply spooned onto a biscuit.
5kg format — who is it for?
This 5kg bucket is our professional format, designed for artisans and high-production workshops: a better price per kg than the 300g format.
Technical specifications
50%
Composition
Nuts (almond + hazelnut)
Praline
Type
Ready-to-use melt-in-the-mouth paste
2Flavor profile
Major profile
Nuts
Minor note
Caramel
Signature
Classic praline
Tasting notes
4How much praline do you need?
Required quantity96 g
Recommended format300g
7Flavor pairings
Ingredients officially recommended by Valrhona to enhance this chocolate.
Dark chocolate
Milk chocolate
Feuilletine
Cocoa nibs
Breton shortbread
8Praline pairings
Valrhona products that perfectly complement this product.
9Signature recipe for this praline
A creative idea by Patissland to showcase this praline.
Crunchy Caribbean Praline Bites
InspirationTemper 66% Caraïbe dark chocolate and mold into half-spheres. Mix the almond hazelnut praline with a little crumbled feuilletine for crunch. Fill, then seal with a thin layer of tempered chocolate. Dust the spheres with cocoa before serving.
Complete technical data sheet
| Brand | Valrhona (France, Tain-l'Hermitage) |
| Type | Almond Hazelnut Praline |
| Nut content | 50% (almond + hazelnut) |
| Available sizes | 300g, 5kg |
| Storage | 18 months at 16–18 °C, protected from moisture |
| Allergens | Milk (depending on the product). May contain tree nuts and soy. |
| Made in | France (Tain-l'Hermitage, Drôme) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between praline and hazelnut paste?
The praline contains roasted nuts (almonds and hazelnuts) AND caramelized sugar, which are then ground together. Pure hazelnut paste contains only roasted hazelnuts, with no sugar. Praline is sweeter and creamier.
What is the consistency of Valrhona praline?
Valrhona Almond Hazelnut Praline has a ready-to-use, melt-in-the-mouth texture: neither too firm nor too runny. Ideal for filling chocolates or mixing with tempered chocolate for entremet inserts.
How should the praline be stored?
At room temperature (16–18 °C), protected from light, in its resealed packaging. No refrigeration required. Once opened, consume within 3 months to preserve the aroma.
What sizes are available?
This Valrhona praline is available in the following sizes: 300g, 5kg. The 5kg size offers the best price per kg, ideal for regular production workshops.
To learn more
Explore the Valrhona collection, chocolates and pralines on Patissland.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
