Crocetta of Caltanissetta
🇮🇹 A dish from Italy
The crocetta di Caltanissetta is a traditional Italian sweet dessert that was produced in the comune (municipality) of Caltanissetta, Sicily, until the end of 1908, then forgotten about, and which has recently been rediscovered. The crocetta di Caltanissetta and the spina sacra are made with a Marzipan dough that were traditionally prepared for the feast of the Most Holy Crucifix by the Sisters of the Benedictine Monastery.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | almond paste, sugar, fruit preserve, spices |
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| 🔥Cooking method | shaped and dried marzipan filled confection |
| 👅Flavour & style | sweet, almond-rich, delicate |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | festive religious sweet |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Crocetta of Caltanissetta come from?
Crocetta of Caltanissetta is a dish that originated in Italy.
What is Crocetta of Caltanissetta?
The crocetta di Caltanissetta is a traditional Italian sweet dessert that was produced in the comune (municipality) of Caltanissetta, Sicily, until the end of 1908, then forgotten about, and which has recently been rediscovered. The crocetta di Caltanissetta and the spina sacra are made with a Marzipan dough that were traditionally prepared for the feast of the Most Holy Crucifix by the Sisters of the Benedictine Monastery.