Biscotto tipico di Castellammare di Stabia
he Biscotti di Castellammare have a typically cigar-like shape and are exported worldwide. They represent the oldest and most renowned type of cookie in the Stabian tradition. According to tradition, it is said that these cookies were dipped in the Water of the Madonna to make them soft and enhance their delicious semi-sweet flavor, enriched with cinnamon and vanilla
Water, flour, sugar, sourdough, natural flavor: vanilla
Their invention dates back to the mid-nineteenth century. It was then that, using only simple and genuine ingredients such as sugar, flour, water, yeast, vanillin, and butter, these cookies were created. Their original recipe remains a secret, but production was and is still carried on by the Cascone biscuit factory using traditional methods. Although the ingredients used may have undergone some variation, their processing remains artisan, the leavening natural, and the final product genuine
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History of the Biscotto di Castellammare di Stabia
The Biscotto di Castellammare di Stabia is a delicacy that has deep roots in the past. The origins of this typical sweet date back a long time, when it was prepared as a simple sweet bread. Over the centuries, the recipe has been passed down from generation to generation, enriched with new ingredients and preparation techniques. Today, the Biscotto di Castellammare di Stabia has become a culinary symbol of the city, known for its fragrance and unique flavor. During holidays and special occasions, this sweet is still prepared and enjoyed with joy, keeping the tradition and authenticity of Castellammare di Stabia alive. A journey through the history of this biscuit allows us to understand the importance it has had in the local gastronomic culture and to appreciate its irresistible taste even more.
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