Zeppole: Zeppole are typical of Italian cuisine, especially that of Rome and Naples. They are also served in Sicily, Sardinia, on the island of Malta, and in Italian-American communities in the United States. Zeppole are known by other names, including Bignè di San Giuseppe (in Rome), St. Joseph’s Day cake, and sfinge. Zeppole are traditionally
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Venetians or Rainbow Cookies: Italian flag variation – A particular variety of this confection, known primarily by various regional names listed below, is with layers of brightly colored, almond-based sponge cake, apricot and/or raspberry jam, and a chocolate coating. Venetians Print Recipe Rainbow cookies or tri-colored CuisineItalian Servings Prep Time 12 People 2 hours Cook
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Cannoli: Sicilian pastry desserts. The singular is cannolo (or in the Sicilian language cannolu, plural cannula), meaning “little tube”, with the etymology stemming from the Arabic “Qanawat”. Cannoli originated in Sicily in Piana degli Albanesi and are a staple of Sicilian cuisine. They are also popular in Italian-American cuisine. In Italy, they are commonly known
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Pinulotta: The cookies are a favorite at Christmas and wedding celebrations of many Sicilian-American and Sicilian families. Pinulotta Print Recipe CuisineItalian Servings Prep Time 10 People 60 Minutes Cook Time 30 Minutes Servings Prep Time 10 People 60 Minutes Cook Time 30 Minutes Pinulotta Print Recipe CuisineItalian Servings Prep Time 10 People 60 Minutes Cook
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Pine Nut Cookies: Pignolo (plural pignoli) is a macaroon typical of Sicily, Italy. It is a very popular cookie in all of southern Italy, and in Sicilian communities in the United States. Pinoli biscotto Print Recipe Pine Nut Cookies CuisineItalian Servings Prep Time 8 People 30 Minutes Cook Time 30 Minutes Servings Prep Time 8
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