Turrón de las Monjas – Traditional Spanish Nougat 180g

Turrón de las Monjas brings the convent tradition of Spanish nougat-making into a compact 180-gram bar. Handcrafted in small batches, this turrón balances toasted almonds and honey with a light, yielding crumb that speaks to generations of careful preparation. Unlike the dense, waxy turones found in supermarket bins, this one melts gently on the tongue.

About this product

Made using time-honored techniques passed down through Spain's monastic candy workshops, Turrón de las Monjas combines blanched almonds, honey, and egg white to create an airy, almost melt-in-mouth texture. The bar is neither too hard nor too soft — it yields to the bite without sticking to your teeth. A hint of vanilla or citrus zest (depending on the variant) lifts the honey's natural sweetness, making it sophisticated enough for after dinner yet accessible enough for a midday break.

How to enjoy

• Break into pieces and serve with a small glass of sweet wine or amontillado sherry
• Pair with fresh fruit — quince paste, orange slices, or figs complement the honey notes
• Gift-wrap a bar as part of a Spanish gourmet selection
• Store in a cool place and enjoy over several weeks; small portions satisfy

Product details

• Net weight: 180g
• Origin: Spain
• Brand: Turrón de las Monjas
• EAN: 8437015242132
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

⭐ Why we love this

This is authentic turrón as Spain's convents have made it for centuries—no shortcuts, no industrial fillers. The airy crumb and perfect honey-almond balance represent the gold standard of Spanish nougat craftsmanship, a texture that simply cannot be rushed.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Serve alongside a glass of Amontillado sherry or a rich Pedro Ximénez for an elegant Spanish dessert pairing. The honey's warmth and the almond's subtle nuttiness shine brightest when followed by the wine's complex, slightly sweet finish.

📍 From Spain

Crafted using monastic traditions rooted in Spain's convents, where nougat-making has been perfected over generations. This small-batch approach from El Corte Inglés honors the artisanal heritage that makes Spanish turrón a world-renowned delicacy.