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Panpepato

Panpepato is a captivating Italian Christmas treat that explodes with flavor. This dark, decadent delight is studded with crunchy nuts, plump dried fruits, and fragrant spices, offering a symphony of textures and aromas that tantalize the taste buds. A cherished tradition, each bite whispers of warmth, comfort, and holiday magic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 200 Grams Flour All-purpose or plain flour
  • 150 Grams Honey For sweetness and binding
  • 100 Grams Dark chocolate Melted or finely chopped
  • 100 Grams Almonds Toasted and roughly chopped
  • 100 Grams Walnuts Toasted and roughly chopped
  • 100 Grams Candied fruits Finely chopped, such as orange peel
  • 50 Grams Raisins Optional, for added sweetness
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon For warm, spiced flavor
  • 1 tsp Ground nutmeg Optional, for additional spice
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Finely ground, for a traditional kick
  • 1 pinch Salt To enhance flavor
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa powder Unsweetened, for a richer chocolate flavor
  • 50 ml Water Adjust as needed for dough consistency

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For combining all ingredients
  • 1 Wooden spoon For mixing the dough or batter
  • 1 Baking Sheet To bake the Panpepato
  • 1 Parchment Paper To line the baking sheet
  • 1 Sharp knife For chopping nuts and fruits
  • 1 Measuring Cups For accurately measuring ingredients
  • 1 Measuring Spoons For measuring spices
  • 1 Oven Preheated to the required temperature
  • 1 Cooling rack For cooling the Panpepato after baking

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven
    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
  3. Prepare the Wet Ingredients
    In a small saucepan, warm the honey and water over low heat until the honey is slightly thinned. Add the melted dark chocolate and stir until smooth.
  4. Combine Ingredients
    Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Add the chopped almonds, walnuts, candied fruits, and raisins. Mix until a thick, sticky dough forms.
  5. Shape the Dough
    Lightly flour your hands and shape the dough into a round or oval loaf, about 2–3 cm thick. Place it on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake the Panpepato
    Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the surface is firm and slightly cracked.
  7. Cool the Panpepato
    Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15–20 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve and Enjoy
    Slice the Panpepato into wedges and serve. It can be enjoyed as-is or with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.