This classic Italian dessert is a simple, rustic cake filled with sweet vanilla pastry cream and topped with pine nuts and powdered sugar—just like Nonna used to make!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
✅ Creamy, custardy filling – Light but decadent.
✅ Buttery, crumbly crust – The perfect texture.
✅ Authentic Italian flavor – Simple ingredients, big taste.
✅ Great for any occasion – From coffee time to celebrations.
Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒
For the Pastry Cream:
2 cups (480ml) whole milk
4 egg yolks
½ cup (100g) sugar
¼ cup (30g) cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
For the Cake Dough:
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) sugar
½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
For Topping:
¼ cup pine nuts (or sliced almonds)
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Step-by-Step Instructions 👩🍳
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