Sbrisolona Italian Cookie

This crunchy, crumbly Italian cookie from Mantova is the perfect treat to pair with coffee or tea, or to serve for dessert. Some might call it cake, some might call it cookie, but everyone agrees on one word for it: delicious!

The top part of Sbrisolona (pronounced Sbrih-zoe-LOAN-ah) is almost like streusel crumble but with a lot more crunch. This Mantovan delicacy has it roots on a peasant dessert from the 16th century, made with flour and cornmeal, a simple treat that’s meant to be broken into craggy pieces and shared with the family and friends at the end of a meal. Besides the traditional pairing of espresso, you can also try it with vin santo, or a sweet dessert wine like grappa.

Our Sbrisolona comes from the oldest bakery in Mantova, run by the Freddi family, since 1923. The recipe they use at Panificio Freddi includes all natural ignredients and is free of preservatives. Add this unique and delicious treat to an Italian gourmet food gift basket or send as a gift to a foodie friend. Keep it around for a delicious snack for your coffee breaks or take it on the road with you for a road trip snack.