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Cuccidati

Cultural Context

Cuccidati, or Sicilian fig cookies, have roots in Sicilian culinary traditions, often enjoyed during festive occasions like Christmas. These cookies symbolize abundance and hospitality, featuring a rich filling of figs and nuts encased in a tender pastry. Today, they are cherished not only in Sicily but also among Italian communities worldwide, with variations that reflect local tastes and available ingredients.

ItalianITSicilydessert
45 min
medium
24 servings
Servings4
500 g di farina 00
2 uova intere della misura L
150 g di strutto
150 g di zucchero
13 g di ammoniaca per dolci
Latte a temperatura ambiente (quanto basta per un impasto molle ma non appiccicoso)
500 g di fichi secchi
200 g di mandorle a scaglie
3 cucchiai di marmellata di arance
2 foglie di alloro macinate e ridotte in polvere
la scorza grattugiata di un limone biologico
2 g di sale
estratto di vaniglia (o bustina di vaniglia)

figs

🥗Healthier: dried apricots

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried apricots provide a similar sweetness with fewer calories.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans offer a similar flavor profile with a slightly different texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while sweetening effectively.

1

In una ciotola, mescolare la farina, le uova, lo strutto, lo zucchero e l'ammoniaca per dolci.

2

Aggiungere latte a temperatura ambiente fino a ottenere un impasto morbido ma non appiccicoso.

3

Preparare il ripieno mescolando fichi secchi, mandorle a scaglie, marmellata di arance, alloro in polvere, scorza di limone, sale e vaniglia.

4

Formare dei biscotti con l'impasto e farcirli con il ripieno preparato.

5

Cuocere in forno fino a doratura.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

KENWOOD COOKING CHEFMATTERELLOCARTA DA FORNO RIUTILIZZABILE

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsglutendairy

Also Known As

Italian Fig CookiesSicilian Fig Cookies
Local Name: Cuccidati

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