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Iris (pastry)

🇮🇹 A dish from Italy

Iris (pastry), a dish from Italy
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Iris is a Sicilian pastry consisting of a brioscia that is filled with a sweet and creamy filling containing ricotta cheese, coated with breadcrumbs and deep fried.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsbrioche dough, ricotta, sugar, breadcrumbs, chocolate
🔥Cooking methodfilled and deep fried
👅Flavour & stylesweet, creamy, crisp outside
🕒When it’s eatensweet pastry or breakfast treat

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Iris (pastry) come from?
Iris (pastry) is a dish that originated in Italy.
What is Iris (pastry)?
Iris is a Sicilian pastry consisting of a brioscia that is filled with a sweet and creamy filling containing ricotta cheese, coated with breadcrumbs and deep fried.