Panettone: Delicious Italian tradition that the world falls in love with

Eva Remolina/AMIC – Originating in Italy, panettone is a delicate sweet bread with a history dating back to the city of Milan in Lombardy, at the beginning of the 20th century. Although its roots are somewhat uncertain, it is believed that its birth is due to an error in the traditional bread recipe. Local legends explain that a pastry chef from Milan accidentally added nuts and other ingredients to the bread dough, giving rise to this delicious creation.

Panettone is an essential element on the tables during the Christmas and New Year festivities, and its presence symbolizes love, union and good luck. The tradition of sharing a panettone with family and friends has spread throughout the world, being one of the most consumed desserts during Christmas celebrations.

The Creation Procedure:

Making a panettone is an art. The dough is prepared with flour, eggs, sugar, butter and yeast, but what really sets this sweet bread apart are its special ingredients: candied fruits, pine nuts and raisins. Fermentation is a crucial step and can last up to 36 hours, resulting in a light texture and irresistibly sweet aroma.

Although the classic panettone with pickled fruits is the best known, in recent years various variants have been created to satisfy different tastes, including those filled with chocolate, cream, nuts or fresh fruit. Innovations have turned this traditional delicacy into a changing palette of flavors, adapting to modern tastes without losing the essence of its Italian roots.