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TORTA CREMONA O CREMONESE, LA RICETTA ORIGINALE

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Chef Stefano Barbato
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Cremona

Cultural Context

Originating from the town of Cremona in Lombardy, Italy, Torrone is a traditional nougat often enjoyed during festive seasons, particularly Christmas. This sweet treat symbolizes celebration and family gatherings, with recipes passed down through generations. Today, variations can be found worldwide, with different nuts and flavors reflecting local tastes.

ItalianITdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
250 gr di Farina 00
150 gr di Burro
100 gr di zucchero
2 tuorli
un cucchiaino di essenza di vaniglia
un cucchiaino di miele di acacia o millefiori
1 pizzico di sale
150 gr di zucchero semolato
110 gr di farina 00
100 gr di farina di mandorle
100 gr di burro
40 gr di maizena
4 uova medie intere
8 gr di lievito per dolci
mezza fialetta di aroma di mandorle amare
200 gr di marmellata di albicocche
zucchero al velo quanto basta per la copertura

honey

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: agave syrup

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

sugar

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: coconut sugar

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

almonds

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: walnuts

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: peanuts

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often cheaper.

hazelnuts

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: pecans

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are allergen-friendly and cost-effective.

1

Prepare the pasta frolla by mixing 250 gr of Farina 00, 150 gr of Burro, 100 gr of zucchero, 2 tuorli, a teaspoon of essenza di vaniglia, a teaspoon of miele, and a pinch of sale until well combined.

2

Roll out the pasta frolla and place it in a tart pan.

3

For the filling, mix together 150 gr of zucchero semolato, 110 gr of farina 00, 100 gr of farina di mandorle, 100 gr of burro, 40 gr of maizena, 4 uova, 8 gr of lievito, and half a vial of aroma di mandorle.

4

Spread 200 gr of marmellata di albicocche over the base of the tart.

5

Pour the filling mixture over the marmellata.

6

Bake in the oven until golden brown and set.

7

Once cooled, dust with zucchero al velo before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsegg

Also Known As

Torrone di CremonaCremona Nougat
Local Name: Cremona

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