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Traditional Sicilian bridal biscuits (Viscotta dâ Zita)

Viscotta dâ Zita: Sicily’s Traditional Bridal Biscuits

Discover the Viscotta dâ Zita — Sicily’s cherished bridal biscuits, a symbol of celebration and sweet good wishes.

Author: Anna Marino • Published on: September 21, 2023
Categories: Desserts
Tags: butter chocolate dark chocolate flour Italian 00 flour glucose milk almonds jam sugar
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Prep Time
40 minutes
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Cook Time
20 minutes
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Serve
Serves 8
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Difficulty
Medium
💰 Medium
🗓️ All year round
⭐ 4.8/5

🛒 Ingredients

  • ✓ 400 g Italian 00 flour
  • ✓ 150 g icing sugar
  • ✓ 65 g milk
  • ✓ 300 g butter
  • ✓ 300 g almond flour
  • ✓ 300 g icing sugar
  • ✓ ½ glass water
  • ✓ 25 g glucose
  • ✓ 3 scant tablespoons jam
  • ✓ 70 g butter
  • ✓ 100 g dark chocolate
  • ✓ 30 g butter

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories
180–200 kcal
Protein
2–3 g
Fat
10–12 g
Carbohydrates
20–22 g
Fiber
About 1 g
Sugars
12–14 g
Sodium
Low

Viscotta dâ zita — often called “bridal biscuits” — are one of Sicily’s most charming and symbolic wedding sweets. These delicate biscuits are traditionally prepared to celebrate a bride, shared among friends and family as a gesture of joy, love and good fortune.

Picture the scent of almonds, warm butter and melted chocolate drifting through the kitchen. It’s the kind of aroma that signals celebration, gathering, and the unmistakable warmth of Sicilian hospitality.

Enjoyed all year round and especially delightful with a chilled glass of Moscato di Noto, these biscuits offer a delicious glimpse into the island’s culinary traditions.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

  1. 1

    In a bowl, cream together the icing sugar and softened butter. Add the milk gradually, whisking until pale and fluffy. Sift in the flour and mix until you have a soft, smooth dough.

  2. 2

    Fit a piping bag with a large star nozzle and fill it with the dough. Line a baking tray with buttered parchment paper. Pipe the biscuits onto the tray and bake at 180°C (no fan) for about 20 minutes. Leave to cool completely.

  3. 3

    For the filling, mix the almond flour, icing sugar, glucose, water and jam until soft and smooth. Add the butter gradually and knead until fully combined.

  4. 4

    Sandwich the biscuits together with the almond filling.

  5. 5

    Melt the dark chocolate with the butter over a bain-marie. Dip half of each biscuit into the chocolate glaze and let them rest for a few hours before serving.

💡 Tips and Variations

Add a pinch of cinnamon to the filling for a warm, spicy twist, or replace the jam with pistachio cream for a richer Sicilian version.

📦 Storage

  • • Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
  • • Use airtight containers to keep the biscuits crisp.
  • • Enjoy within a reasonable period to appreciate their full freshness.

🍷 Pairing

Serve with a chilled glass of Moscato di Noto Naturale — its floral notes and delicate sweetness pair beautifully with these traditional Sicilian biscuits.

Thank you for exploring the tradition of Viscotta dâ Zita. I hope you’ll enjoy baking — and sharing — these charming Sicilian bridal biscuits, rich with history and flavour.

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