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Nutritional Values
330kcal
6gProtein
65gCarbs
10gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥚 Eggs
🥛 Dairy
Panettone
How to order / say it
Say it
Panettone — [pah-net-TOH-nay]
Order
I'd like a slice of panettone, please.
Locally
Vorrei una fetta di panettone, per favore.
Say locally
A sweet bread loaf filled with candied fruits.
Why try it?
Panettone is synonymous with Milan, especially during the Christmas season. It's a symbol of celebration and togetherness, reflecting the warm hospitality and festive spirit of the Milanese people.
How it tastes
A soft and airy texture with a sweet, buttery flavor punctuated by the bright bursts of candied fruit and raisins. It has a delightful aroma reminiscent of vanilla and citrus.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
Originating in the early 20th century, panettone was initially created as a luxurious alternative to traditional Roman breads. It became a holiday staple and spread across the world from Milan.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g all-purpose flour
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🥚 3 eggs
- 🥛 125 g butter
- 50 g candied orange peel
- 50 g raisins
- 🌾 10 g yeast
Method
- 1 Combine flour, sugar, yeast, and eggs to form a dough.
- 2 Add butter, knead until smooth, then fold in candied fruits and raisins.
- 3 Let dough rise until doubled in size.
- 4 Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C until golden brown.
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