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PANFORTE DI SIENA
Panforte of Siena
Panforte is a cake made from flour, almonds, nuts, candied fruits and spices is the gastronomic symbol of Siena.
It is the best known of the spice cakes, and its origin goes back to the honey breads of the Middle Ages.
This is a classic part of Siena’s gastronomic tradition and dates back to the medieval times.
The dough is made up of flour, almonds, egg whites, sugar and honey.
It has a strong, almost ancient flavor with its dry fruits and spices such as vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves