Cucidatti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Traditional Sicilian Cucidatti recipe with candied fruit and chocolate
in Pastry

Prep

60 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

14 ounces pulled figs
14 ounces seedless raisins
1 strip orange rind , 2 inches long
1/2 lb candied fruit
1/2 lb sweet chocolate
1/4 cup grape jam
1 pinch pepper
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
8 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups shortening
3 eggs
1 cup milk or 1 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons anise flavoring

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24-36
Calories
222
Sugar
16g
Fat
9g
Originating from Sicily, the Cucidatti is a traditional pastry that is often prepared for special occasions, such as weddings, Christmas, and Easter. This delicious pastry consists of a sweet and chewy fig filling that is flavored with candied fruit, chocolate, and spices. The dough is rolled out thinly and cut into squares or circles before being filled and pinched closed. The Cucidatti is then baked until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside, but soft and sweet on the inside. This pastry is perfect for any dessert table and can be enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea throughout the day.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, combine the pulled figs, seedless raisins, candied fruit, sweet chocolate, grape jam, pepper, cinnamon, and allspice.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3.Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Beat the eggs, milk or water, vanilla extract, and anise flavoring together, then add to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough is formed.
5.Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
6.Cut the dough into 2 inch squares or circles.
7.Place a spoonful of the fig filling onto each dough square or circle, then fold over and pinch edges closed.
8.Place the Cucidatti onto a greased baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Crispy and flaky on the outside, the Cucidatti is filled with a sweet and chewy fig mixture that is flavored with candied fruit, chocolate, and spices.

This pastry is perfect for any dessert table and can be enjoyed as a treat throughout the day.

CONS

This pastry has a high sugar and fat content, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The preparation of this recipe can be relatively time-consuming, so it may not be the best option if you are short on time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the Cucidatti is not particularly healthy, the figs used in the filling are a good source of fiber and vitamins.
Figs have been linked to promoting digestive health and aiding in reducing inflammation.
Additionally, the orange rind used in this recipe is a good source of vitamin C.

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