Oatmeal cookies are delicious and nutritious, something to include in your breakfast. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it functions to kick-start your metabolism and subsequently to curb your appetite throughout the day. A typical Italian breakfast includes coffee/cappuccino/caffèlatte with “biscotti”. Instead of buying pre-made cookies, I make my own ones;…
Pan dei Morti (Bread of the Dead)
The Pan dei Morti (bread of the dead) are traditional Italian cookies prepared for the Day of Dead (Commemorazione dei Defunti) celebrated on November 2nd, the day following All Saint’s Day (Ognissanti). On these two holy days Italians honor the souls of deceased relatives and loved ones, and many believe that the spirits return to Earth…
Tiramisù
A pick-me-up that really picks you up Tiramisù, arguably the most popular Italian creamy dessert, combines the flavor of mascarpone cheese, coffee and savoiardi cookies. The name literally means “pick me up”, metaphorically “make me happy”, and usually the diner’s expression when eating it betrays this emotion. The “pick me up” may refer to the caffeine in the…
Rose del Deserto (Desert Roses)
Kids need between-meal pick-me-ups. Why not make this Italian variation of yummy chocolate chip cookies? “Desert roses” are delicious, perfect for a tasty and healthy snack to enjoy with a glass of milk. Even adults love them with a nice cup of tea or, even better, with an Italian espresso or cappuccino. These cookies get…