Bêtises de Cambrai

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Various Bêtises de Cambrai, on the right in the picture according to the original recipe.

Bêtises de Cambrai ( French: literally stupid things from Cambrai ) are French sweets made from caramelized sugar. According to the original recipe, which has existed since around 1850, white caramel candies are flavored with mint , but there are other flavors these days. The exact origin of the recipe is unclear, there are at least two French manufacturers (Despinoy and Afchain) who claim to be the original producers. What is certain is that the pillow-shaped Bêtises de Cambrai are one of the oldest confectionery products known in France.

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