Galle & Jessen Mælke Pålægschokolade

Galle & Jessen is an iconic Danish confectionary brand best known for its 'pålægschokolade'—thin slices of chocolate designed to be placed on bread. Founded in Copenhagen in 1872 by Edvard Galle and Hans Jessen, the brand became a staple of Danish breakfast culture. Originally an independent company, it was a Royal Warrant Holder to the Danish Court, a title it still reflects in its branding.

Today, the brand is owned by Toms Gruppen (Toms Group), the largest confectionery producer in Denmark. While the manufacturing traditionally takes place in Denmark, the brand benefits from the international distribution and professional supply chain of its parent group. The ownership remains firmly rooted in Denmark, with the Gerda and Victor B. Strand Foundation acting as the ultimate owner of Toms Group, ensuring the brand stays part of Danish industrial heritage.