Traditional-flavoured Croccantino from San Marco dei Cavoti, contained in an elegant box, a typical sweet from the Sannio area of Benevento.
Originating in the picturesque area of San Marco dei Cavoti, in the province of Benevento, the Croccantino is more than just a sweet; it is a symbol of Campania's gastronomic heritage. Its traditional recipe, using simple but high-quality ingredients such as hazelnuts and caramelised almonds, reflects the richness of Campania's cuisine.
Crunchy 60% (sugar, hazelnuts and almonds), dark chocolate coating 40% (cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter, emulsifier: soya lecithin, natural vanilla extract - minimum cocoa 62%)
The Croccantino di San Marco dei Cavoti, a distinctive delicacy of Campania, received significant recognition as a traditional food product of the region in 2004. This sweet, which has its roots in the beautiful area of San Marco dei Cavoti in the province of Benevento, is a shining example of Italy's rich culinary tradition and its ability to keep local specialities alive.
The designation as a traditional food product not only celebrates the authenticity and cultural importance of the San Marco dei Cavoti croccantino, but also helps to preserve its production techniques and history. This recognition helps to protect the traditional recipe and production method, ensuring that the croccantino enjoyed today is as faithful as possible to that which was prepared generations ago.
The Croccantino di San Marco dei Cavoti is more than just a sweet; it is a symbol of the region's pride and heritage. This official recognition serves not only to celebrate the croccantino as a unique product, but also to strengthen the cultural and gastronomic identity of San Marco dei Cavoti and Campania as a whole. With its ever-increasing popularity and prestige, croccantino continues to be an ambassador of Italian taste and tradition around the world.
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Croccantino is a traditional product that has been handcrafted in San Marco dei Cavoti (BN) for over a century.
The recipe followed is traditional and all the processing is strictly manual. To the sugar, caramelised in a copper cauldron, are added hazelnuts, of 'Mortarella' and 'Tonda Gentile Romana' quality from Viterbo, and almonds from the province of Bari, chopped and mixed.
The 'cotta', i.e. the original dough, is still rolled out with the use of a rolling pin on a steel bench by our master croccantistas and cut into rectangles with circular blades, which give shape to the traditional bar. Finally, the covering with fine dark chocolate takes place. The packaging phase is also performed manually.
The croccantino typical of San Marco dei Cavoti is a sweet with traditional origins that offers a unique and irresistible flavour. But in addition to its goodness, this sweet also offers the possibility of being combined with various other culinary delights. For example, the croccantino goes perfectly with a cup of espresso coffee, creating a contrast of flavours and textures that makes the experience even more enjoyable. Moreover, it can be enjoyed together with a glass of fortified wine, such as passito or dessert wine, which will further enhance the taste of the croccantino. Alternatively, it can be paired with a glass of liqueur, such as rum or amaretto, to create a unique and surprising mix of flavours. In short, the possibilities of pairing with the San Marco dei Cavoti croccantino are truly endless and offer the possibility of creating unique and unforgettable taste combinations.
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