SCARPACCIA DOLCE DI VIAREGGIO – Ricetta di Marco Bianchi

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining moisture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with added flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Applesauce reduces fat while keeping moisture.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and similar texture.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.

In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and frothy.

Add milk and olive oil to the egg mixture, stirring to combine.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.

Fold in lemon zest and fresh fruit of choice.

Grease a baking dish with olive oil.

Pour the batter into the prepared dish, spreading evenly.

Sprinkle sliced almonds and raisins on top.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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