Fancy truffles in red star tin - 500g

Truffes Fantaisie in a red star tin with Eiffel Tower

Mathez Truffes Fantaisie in the red star tin are classic French chocolate truffles in their purest form, dusted in dark cocoa powder. 500g, divided into two bags, comes in a red metal tin decorated with golden stars and the Eiffel Tower – a festive gift that serves as a keepsake long after the treats are gone.

The Truffes Fantaisie in the red star tin are Chocolat Mathez’s pure cocoa truffles – the same soft ganache, dusted in dark cocoa, presented here in a festive 500g tin. The flavor is simply "Natural": just cocoa, no liqueur, no caramel. Inside, you will find two 250g bags, and the red tin adorned with golden stars makes it a ready-to-give gift that requires no extra effort – best enjoyed slightly chilled.

Pure, dark, and straightforward

Without liqueur or fillings, this truffle showcases cocoa in its purest form: a dry, powdery coating on the outside and a soft, dark core on the inside.

The experience starts with a hint of bitterness, then turns creamy, with the subtle sweetness appearing toward the end. Because nothing distracts from the flavor, the cocoa stands out more clearly here than in any other Mathez truffle. Simple, dark, honest – and for those very reasons, a favorite among those who prefer things uncomplicated. It is precisely this clarity that makes the "Natural" a reliable gift choice, as it suits almost any palate.

A red tin with the Eiffel Tower and stars

The star tin is the festive version of the Truffes Fantaisie: red metal, golden stars, and the Eiffel Tower at the center. This isn't just a cheap print, but a tin that feels high-quality.

It looks beautiful on any festive table, whether during the Advent and Christmas season or simply when guests arrive. Once the last truffle is eaten, the tin remains to live on – as a small treasure chest, for storage, or as a souvenir of a lovely evening. It brings a little bit of Paris to your table, no plane ticket required.

The Mathez original, since 1934

Behind the tin is Chocolat Mathez from the Anjou region, where Alaüs Mathez hand-crafted the very first cocoa truffle in 1934.

The "Natural" recipe, made from soft ganache and West African cocoa, is the foundation for all their varieties. In the 1990s, entrepreneur Éric Fischer expanded the range, but the pure original remains the core of the brand. The famous metal tins frequently change colors and designs – the red star tin is the most festive of them all and, like all Mathez truffles, is shipped to over 40 countries. In this way, it carries the house's oldest recipe in its most playful attire.

A perfect festive gift

Coffee, espresso, or a glass of port wine beautifully highlight the pure cocoa. As a small gift or under the Christmas tree, the star tin saves you the trouble of wrapping – it is a gift in itself, with no need for ribbon or paper. And if you prefer to snack on them yourself, simply place the tin on the table and let everyone help themselves.

These same truffles are also available in the simpler golden 500g tin; you can find all varieties and sizes in our Mathez chocolate truffles collection, and as an edible gift, they fit perfectly in our gifts section. One final note: these truffles are heat-sensitive and only ship at temperatures up to 20°C (68°F) – in the summer, we recommend choosing chilled express shipping.