Italian Nut Filled Sticks

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Delicious Italian Nut Filled Sticks for a sweet treat
in Pastry

Prep

40 min

Cook

17 min

Ready In

57 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups bleached all-purpose flour , sifted
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup unsalted butter or 1/3 cup margarine , chilled
about 2/3 cup sweet white wine
1 cup honey
2 1/2 cups about 12 1/2 ounces walnuts , chopped
2 teaspoons orange zest
2 teaspoons lemon zest ( optional )
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper
egg wash

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
25
Calories
300
Sugar
20g
Fat
18g
Italian Nut Filled Sticks, also known as Paste di Noci, are a traditional dessert from Italy. These nutty, crispy sticks are made by rolling out a thin dough and filling it with chopped walnuts, honey, and warm spices, such as cinnamon, cloves, and pepper, which give a mouth-watering aroma to the pastry. This pastry is often enjoyed as a special treat in Italy, especially during the holiday season. The nutty flavor of walnuts combined with the sweetness of honey and the spiciness of cinnamon makes this dish a crowd-pleaser for dessert lovers all over the world.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt together and whisk until it's well blended
3.Gradually add butter or margarine, stirring until well combined
4.Add the white wine to the mixture and stir until it forms a dough
5.Divide the dough into 3 equal parts
6.On a well-floured surface, roll each dough into a rectangle shape about 1/4 inch thick
7.Combine honey, walnut, orange zest, lemon zest, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, stirring until well mixed
8.Spread 1/3 of the nut mixture over the dough
9.Fold the dough over the mixture, pressing the dough together and sealing the edges from the top to the bottom edge
10.Cut the log into 1-inch slices
11.Place the slices, cut side down on a non-stick baking tray
12.Brush with egg wash
13.Bake for 15-17 minutes until golden brown
14.Let cool on the baking tray for 5-10 minutes

PROS

Italian Nut Filled Sticks are a delicious sweet treat with crunchy nut fillings and subtle, warm spice flavors.
They are perfect to accompany afternoon tea and coffee or enjoyed as a dessert

CONS

These pastries may not be suitable for people with nut allergies.
They are also high in sugar, calories, and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walnuts are an excellent source of antioxidants, protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that help fight disease and boost brain function. Honey is a natural sweetener containing antioxidants, phytonutrients, and anti-inflammatory properties that help support a stronger immune system and promote healing. Eating nuts and honey as part of a healthy diet has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

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