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Sbrisolona Cake — traditional dish from Mantua, Italy
Dessert Vegetarian

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Nutritional Values

🔥480kcal
💪10gProtein
🌾55gCarbs
🥑25gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️100 gServing

* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥜 Nuts 🥛 Dairy

Sbrisolona Cake

How to order / say it
Say it Torta Sbrisolona — [tor-tah sbree-soh-LOH-nah]
Order I'd like the torta sbrisolona, please.
Locally Vorrei la torta sbrisolona, per favore.
Say locally

A traditional crumbly cake made with almonds and cornmeal.

Why try it?

This unique, crunchy cake captures Verona's rustic culinary essence. It's a beloved dessert shared at many gatherings, exemplifying local flavors and textures.

How it tastes

Sbrisolona is distinct for its crunchy texture and nutty, buttery flavor, often paired with sweet wine, making it a delightful end to a meal.

Origin & History — first documented: 1600

Originating in the 16th century in Mantua and quickly adopted by Verona, Sbrisolona became known for its simple, hearty ingredients, reflecting rural traditions and becoming a staple dessert by the 18th century.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥜 150 g almonds
  • 🌾 200 g cornmeal
  • 🌾 150 g white flour
  • 🍯 150 g sugar
  • 🥛 150 g butter
  • 🥚 1 egg yolk

Method

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. 2 Mix flour, sugar, cornmeal, and chopped almonds.
  3. 3 Add egg yolk and melted butter to dry ingredients; blend into a crumbly mixture.
  4. 4 Spread mixture into a baking pan and bake for 30 minutes.

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