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Mustazzoli with Cooked Wine – A Sicilian Festive Treat
Discover the delightful mustazzoli made with cooked wine, traditional Sicilian biscuits perfect for the festive season, complete with recipes and variations to try at home!
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1 litre cooked wine
- ✓ 1 kg plain flour
- ✓ 1 organic orange
- ✓ Cinnamon, to taste
- ✓ 150 g sesame seeds
📊 Nutritional Information
Mustazzoli with cooked wine are more than just biscuits—they’re a delicious slice of Sicilian heritage. These spiced treats, fragrant with cinnamon and citrus zest, conjure cosy memories of Christmas gatherings where families shared laughter and age-old flavours. Their lightly moist yet crumbly texture makes them utterly moreish, especially when enjoyed alongside a glass of sweet wine. Originating from the days of the Romans, these biscuits celebrate the rich history of Sicily where cooked wine was a cherished ingredient in the kitchen.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Mix 1 litre of cooked wine with half a litre of water, a teaspoon of cinnamon, and the finely grated zest of one orange.
- 2
Warm the mixture gently while stirring, then gradually add the flour until you achieve a thick dough.
- 3
Stir the dough vigorously with a wooden spoon for a few minutes, then tip it onto an oiled surface and allow it to cool.
- 4
Divide the dough into small pieces and shape them into sticks about 2 cm thick and 5–6 cm long. Let them cool completely.
- 5
Roll each stick in sesame seeds and arrange them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- 6
Bake at 250°C for five minutes, then reduce the oven to 160°C and bake for a further twenty minutes. Remove from the oven and leave to cool.
- 7
Serve your mustazzoli with a warm smile.
💡 Tips and Variations
Try swapping the cooked wine for a reduced prickly pear juice for a fruity twist, or add a pinch of ginger to introduce a gentle warmth and spice.
📦 Storage
- • Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- • Keep away from direct sunlight to preserve flavour and texture.
- • Avoid freezing, as it may change their lovely crumbly texture.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy these mustazzoli with a glass of Malvasia delle Lipari Liquoroso Dolce Naturale, best served chilled between 8 and 10°C.
These mustazzoli are truly a taste of Sicilian charm, perfect for sharing around the table with your nearest and dearest. Whip up a batch at home and let the gentle scents and flavours transport you to a sunny Mediterranean kitchen. Whether for festive celebrations or a cosy afternoon tea, they’re bound to become a family favourite. Do give them a go—and don’t forget to share the love!
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