Pralines, ganaches and caramel: what are the differences and how to choose your Belgian pralines?

Are you a fan of soft, crunchy or creamy chocolate ? To make the right choice of chocolate, understanding the differences between pralines, ganaches and caramels is essential! Sigoji, a Belgian-Cameroonian artisanal chocolate maker in the Dinant region , explains everything and guides you in choosing the best Belgian pralines to satisfy your taste buds.

What is a chocolate candy made of?

Chocolate candy is a perfect marriage between coating and filling . The coating, subtle and delicate, plays a crucial role in preserving the texture and aromas inside. But it is the fillings that give the candy their personality . Creamy ganaches , crunchy pralines , salted caramels , etc. the filling possibilities are endless!

Ganache: softness and creaminess

Ganache is an emulsion of chocolate and milk, cream or water . Its melting and creamy texture makes it a very popular filling. Ganache is often chosen for its richness and smoothness , offering a luxurious taste experience . At Sigoji, we offer you delicate ganaches, such as the Mango Passion Ganache , which combine tradition and innovation.

Praline: crunchy and delicious

Praline is a mixture of dried nuts (minimum 50%) and sugar . Its texture varies depending on the grinding of the dried fruits, ranging from firm to soft , crunchy or crispy . Praline brings a gourmet and textured dimension to chocolate candies. At Sigoji, you can enjoy pralines that combine the crunchiness of dried fruits and the sweetness of chocolate .

Caramel: sweet and melting

Caramel is made by transforming heated sugar . It can be plain or flavored, such as salted butter caramel or vanilla caramel . The texture of caramel can vary from soft to crunchy . Caramel brings a sweet and melting note that contrasts beautifully with chocolate. Sigoji's creations, such as Salted Butter Caramel and Vanilla Caramel , are perfect examples of this alchemy.

Opt for the Sigoji Exploration Box

When choosing pralines, it is essential to consider your taste preferences or those of the people you wish to offer them to. For a complete discovery of our ganaches, caramels and pralines, opt for our Exploration Box . This box includes a selection of 9 chocolates, including:

• Dark Chocolate: crunchy almond praline with a 68% cocoa dark chocolate coating ;
• Milk Chocolate: crunchy almond praline with a 42% cocoa milk chocolate coating ;
• Salted Butter Caramel ;
• Caramel Vanilla;
• Manon Pavement;
• White Chocolate (Puffed Rice);
• Sigoji Ganache ;
• Mango Passion Ganache .

It is also possible to easily compose your assortment of chocolates in three steps.

Contact us for more information on our pralines, ganaches or caramels

Treat your loved ones by offering them quality artisanal chocolates . Sigoji guarantees products made with passion and know-how , for a unique taste experience . We invite you to contact us via our online form to learn more about our products. For more information, visit our website or come see us in one of our stores in Namur, Rochefort, Ciney or Uccle.