Italian candy

Italian torrone candy made by Chef John is a chewy nougat studded with roasted pistachios and almonds made with honey, sugar, and whipped egg whites.

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Introducing the newest category of goodies to arrive at One Hundred Wishes: Splendid Sweets! What fun it has been sourcing and tasting a parade of scrumptious candies from near and far. It goes without saying that I'm loving all of...

Italian cookie recipes represent the country’s culinary traditions, from biscotti to pignoli to pizzelles. Cookies play a special role in Italian weddings and holidays.

Looking for a traditional Italian soft nougat recipe for the holidays? This classic torrone with honey, almonds, and pistachios is just right, along with more authentic nougat ideas. Save this pin for a timeless treat on your Christmas table.

Homemade sweet treats are always good, especially homemade torrone! This Italian Christmas candy with roasted nuts is absolutely delicious.

In Italy, torrone is a traditional Christmas dessert—a sweet, toasted-almond candy—with many famous regional variations. The term “torrone” probably comes from the latin verb “torrere,” or to toast, referring to the toasted almonds. Today, there are many different types of torronne available—some soft, some hard and some with chocolate—not just in Italy, but worldwide. Torrone from Sicily, Abruzzo, and the cities of Siena, Alba, Cremona and others are especially renowned.

Torrone is a light, lemony Italian nougat full of crunchy nuts. This torrone recipe makes the perfect holiday food gift.

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