cassatella di Agira
🇮🇹 A dish from Italy
Cassatella di Agira is a traditional sweet from the Enna gastronomy, originating in the town of Agira and widely found not only in the province of Enna but throughout much of eastern Sicily. As a typical Sicilian product, they have been officially recognized and included in the list of traditional Italian agri-food products (P.A.T) by the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies (Mipaaf).
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | flour, sugar, cocoa, almonds, milk, eggs |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | baked pastry filled with sweet cream |
| 👅Flavour & style | sweet, chocolate-almond, rich dessert |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | dessert or festive treat |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does cassatella di Agira come from?
cassatella di Agira is a dish that originated in Italy.
What is cassatella di Agira?
Cassatella di Agira is a traditional sweet from the Enna gastronomy, originating in the town of Agira and widely found not only in the province of Enna but throughout much of eastern Sicily. As a typical Sicilian product, they have been officially recognized and included in the list of traditional Italian agri-food products (P.A.T) by the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies (Mipaaf).