Affogato al Caffe’ is probably one of the most famous Italian dessert. It is a timeless classic widely appreciated inside Italy and throughout the world. What is affogato? The affogato al caffè is a classic Italian coffee dessert, as simple as it is delicious, madee …

Pistachio Tiramisu is a variation on the traditional Italian dessert in which layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee alternate with layers of whipped fluffy mascarpone-eggs custard. It is then topped in this case with pistachios cream and crumbled pistachios, instead of the classic cocoa powder.  This recipe …

Carnival Crostoli or Venitian Galani is one of this recipe that transports me straight in my childhood. Crostoli and Frittelle usually are available in pastry shops, bakeries and supermarkets during Carnival. Carnival is officially starting after Epiphany and ending with Mardi Gras – of Martedi …

The Piedmontese Bonet is a creamy dessert that hails from the Piedmont region of Italy, where they sure know a thing or two about tantalizing recipes and great wines. This dessert is a velvety smooth custard infused with rum, rich chocolate and amaretto flavors, topped …

Crostata di Marmellata ( Jam filled tart)  is a traditional Italian dessert made with shortbread dough ( pasta frolla) and usually filled with  any jam or preserves of your preference.  Crostata is characterized by a lattice top, arranged in a crisscross pattern. When you think of …

Italian Pistachios Biscotti with Cardamon and Orange Zest are a spiced twist on the classic Italian Almond biscotti aka cantucci. I have to confess that the inspiration on this variation came from many years spent leaving in the Middle East, where I learned about different …

This post appeared first in October 2020 on Italian Kitchen Confession and this is the updated version. Classic Almond biscotti are the most traditional biscotti recipe that is famous not only in Italy but all over the world. I have to confess that these recipe …

Marbled Valentine Sugar Cookies: The easiest and cutest treats you need right now! Simple ingredients and a touch of pink natural food color is all what you need to surprise your loved one on Valentine Day with these pink heart cookies. I must confess that …

Do you love citrus fruit? Do you love blood oranges? If your answer is YES, you cannot miss this elegant upside-down cake. This Italian blood orange ricotta cake is moist, fluffy and I promise you EASY! It’s the perfect showstopper for your next gatherings. I …

Nutella. A jar of creamy hazelnut spread that will make you smile. Nutella. A treat that kids will always love. Nutella. A guilty pleasure that adults will never say no to. Nutella. The Italian magic that conquered the world. Nutella. As an ingredient in this …