Italy is known across the world for its delicious and flavour-packed cuisine. Today, Italian cuisine is one of the most popular in the world, with pizza and pasta available even in the most unexpected places! The love for Italian cuisine extends beyond just savoury staples, with popular Italian desserts occupying their rightful place in the limelight. However, because of the specific ingredients they require, it can be difficult to prepare and is less commonplace compared to the omnipresent pizza.
Here’s the good news – Food Delite offers a comprehensive range of authentic Italian ingredients you need to recreate classic and contemporary Italian desserts! Take your tastebuds on a cruise through the Mediterranean with our simple recipes. Come, join us on a dive into the sweet, sweet world of Italian desserts!
Tiramisu: A Classic Italian Dessert
Tiramisu is perhaps the most well known Italian dessert, so we had to put it right at the top of our list. This layered delight is a classic recipe that uses ladyfingers soaked in espresso, layered with creamy mascarpone cheese, and topped with a generous dusting of cocoa powder. Tiramisu is an easy, no-bake recipe that offers a burst of flavour despite needing only a few ingredients.
To elevate your homemade tiramisu try using our Mascarpone cheese. This Italian ingredient comes from Lombardy, and is crafted using traditional processes, mankind it ideal for tiramisu.
Fabbri Amarena Cherries: A Tart Twist from Italy
Fabbri cherries are a popular Italian delicacy that has been around since 1915 – that’s over 100 years ago! Amarena Fabbri cherries are made using only the finest quality black cherries that are pitted and drenched in syrup. This keeps them well-preserved, making it a delicacy that can be stored for months and enjoyed at your whim. While these cherries are not necessarily a dessert by themselves, they add a depth of flavour to any dish, opening up endless possibilities.
Drizzle it over waffles, ice cream or pancakes for a delicious snack. Our favourite ways to eat them are with a vanilla tart, or with a nice, thick smear of mascarpone cheese! Get your hands on our original Amarena Fabbri cherries to create quick and decadent desserts.
Amaretti Cookies: An Essential Italian Ingredient
Amaretti cookies, with their characteristic bitter-sweet flavor and crunchy texture, are a cornerstone of Italian pastry tradition. Brands like Matilde Vicenzi offer their Amaretto di Matilde, a convenient option for those who want to experience the true essence of this classic dessert. Made with Sicilian almonds, cane sugar, and Italian free-range eggs, these cookies boast a unique flavor profile that can be attributed to the Armellina, an extract from apricot kernels.
This is an authentically Italian ingredient that is versatile, allowing you to use it as a decoration or as a base flavour. It can be turned into pie, blended into ice cream, or layered into cake – there’s no end to its uses! Matilde Vicenzi offers a library of recipes for you to explore and experiment with – a baker’s delight.
Caviar Dessert: A Luxurious Experiment
Now this one might turn a few heads but don’t knock it until you’ve tried it! Caviar may not be the first thing that comes to mind when we say dessert and yes, this one is a bit experimental. However, you might just be surprised at how good it tastes when you sprinkle it over some ice cream. The salty and umami flavour of caviar cuts through the sweetness perfectly, making it a simple yet luxurious dessert option. Although caviar is not a traditional Italian ingredient, we love it nonetheless! We recommend trying this using simple flavours of ice cream like vanilla or caramel to truly enhance the caviar.
Torta Pistocchi: A Celebration of Italian Expertise
If you don’t enjoy baking or can’t be bothered to source each Italian ingredient separately, we recommend this incredible gluten-free Pistocchi cake, created by chocolate master Claudio Pistocchi in 1990. Today this decadent treat has become a global symbol of artisanal Italian chocolate.
The classic Torta Pistocchi offers a rich and intense chocolate flavor, and the best part is – it comes ready to serve! That means you don’t need to fuss or create a mess while trying to recreate this award-winning dish. Impress your guests, and wow your loved ones with this delicious, handmade chocolate treat!
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These 5 dishes are just a small glimpse into the vast and delightful world of Italian desserts. With a little exploration of the library of specialized Italian ingredients at Food Delite, you can recreate these classics from the comfort of your home, and embark on your own culinary adventure through the sweetness of Italy!
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