What is Eugénie by Ladurée?

Eugénie is a Ladurée biscuit created in 2023, made of a crunchy, gluten-free sablé base, a soft melting centre, and a crisp chocolate shell. It comes in several flavours, from vanilla and caramel to pistachio and rose.

Where does the name Eugénie come from?

The name pays tribute to Empress Eugénie de Montijo, a contemporary of Louis-Ernest Ladurée and a well-known patron of the arts in 19th-century Paris.

Is Eugénie gluten-free?

Yes, the sablé base of Eugénie is gluten-free, though the recipe may still be made in a kitchen that also handles gluten-containing ingredients. <strong> If you have a gluten intolerance or allergy, we recommend checking the allergen label for each individual flavour, as ingredients may vary.</strong>

How is Eugénie different from a macaron?

While Eugénie borrows its round shape and colourful presentation from the macaron, it's built differently - a sablé base, a melting centre, and a chocolate coating, rather than two almond shells joined by a filling.

How long does Eugénie keep?

Eugénie biscuits keep for 6 to 7 weeks when stored in a dry place at a maximum ambient temperature of 18 °C.

What are the ideal storage conditions?

Store your Eugénies in a dry location, away from moisture and heat sources, at a temperature not exceeding 18 °C. Avoid the refrigerator, as humidity can alter the texture of the sablé base and the chocolate shell.

A new gourmet signature

discover Eugénie

Under the creative guidance of Chef Julien Alvarez, Maison Ladurée unveils a daring new creation: Eugénie. This avant-garde biscuit, featuring a crisp chocolate shell and a meltingly soft centre with exquisite flavors, bears witness to the blend of innovation and heritage.

an Original Creation

A Savoir-Faire of Excellence

The conception of Eugénie explores novel textures and flavours. Each element, from the intensely chocolate shell to the smooth insert, demonstrates a meticulous quest for perfect balance. The carefully selected chocolate of the shell offers a seductive contrast with the sweetness of the heart, revealing a biscuit of captivating finesse and originality.

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A name with history

THE WOMAN BEHIND THE NAME

Eugénie doesn't just sound elegant, it borrows its name from Empress Eugénie de Montijo, a contemporary of Louis-Ernest Ladurée, who opened the house's first Paris bakery in 1862. A patron of the arts and something of a trendsetter in her own right, the Empress represents the kind of bold, forward-looking woman Ladurée has chosen to celebrate through this creation, a quiet nod to a golden era of Paris the house has always considered part of its own story.

Seen before it's tasted

Unmistakably Eugénie

Round, colourful and stamped with a crowned "L," Eugénie borrows its shape from Ladurée's most famous creation, the macaron, while carving out an identity entirely its own. Each box is dressed in a toile de Jouy pattern, a subtle nod to the house's savoir-faire hidden among its illustrations. It's the kind of detail that rewards a closer look, and part of why Eugénie tends to catch the eye before it reaches the palate.

Eugénie's Emblematic Flavours: An Echo to Ladurée Classics

Eugénie is presented in a palette of delicate flavors that have made Ladurée's reputation, reinterpreted with a contemporary sensibility:

Vanilla: Ladurée's olfactory signature is revealed in a delicate and fragrant insert, where the richness of Bourbon vanilla expresses itself with a pure, surprising intensity.

Caramel: A comforting indulgence, where the buttery and smooth notes of caramel harmonise to perfection with the crisp chocolate.

Ganache Chocolate: A profound pleasure for chocolate aficionados, with a deep and smooth ganache of remarkable unctuousness.

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Part of a bigger family

EUGÉNIE, AMONG LADURÉE'S CHOCOLATE BISCUITS

Eugénie sits within a wider world of chocolate biscuits at Ladurée, alongside familiar names like the Langues de Chat. What sets it apart is texture, where most biscuits offer one bite, Eugénie offers three in one: a crisp sablé, a soft centre, and the snap of a chocolate shell. It's this layering that has made it one of the house's most talked-about creations since its debut in 2023.

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FAQ

What is Eugénie by Ladurée?

Eugénie is a Ladurée biscuit created in 2023, made of a crunchy, gluten-free sablé base, a soft melting centre, and a crisp chocolate shell. It comes in several flavours, from vanilla and caramel to pistachio and rose.
Where does the name Eugénie come from?

The name pays tribute to Empress Eugénie de Montijo, a contemporary of Louis-Ernest Ladurée and a well-known patron of the arts in 19th-century Paris.
Is Eugénie gluten-free?

Yes, the sablé base of Eugénie is gluten-free, though the recipe may still be made in a kitchen that also handles gluten-containing ingredients. <strong> If you have a gluten intolerance or allergy, we recommend checking the allergen label for each individual flavour, as ingredients may vary.</strong>
How is Eugénie different from a macaron?

While Eugénie borrows its round shape and colourful presentation from the macaron, it's built differently - a sablé base, a melting centre, and a chocolate coating, rather than two almond shells joined by a filling.
How long does Eugénie keep?

Eugénie biscuits keep for 6 to 7 weeks when stored in a dry place at a maximum ambient temperature of 18 °C.
What are the ideal storage conditions?

Store your Eugénies in a dry location, away from moisture and heat sources, at a temperature not exceeding 18 °C. Avoid the refrigerator, as humidity can alter the texture of the sablé base and the chocolate shell.