Italian Classic: Torta della Nonna
Description:
Torta della Nonna, meaning “Grandmother’s Cake,” is a beloved Italian dessert made with a tender shortcrust pastry filled with smooth vanilla pastry cream and topped with pine nuts and powdered sugar. Delicate yet rich, this classic treat is traditionally served with coffee or espresso and is perfect for special occasions or Sunday desserts.
Ingredients
Pasta Frolla (Shortcrust Pastry)
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup granulated sugar
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Zest of 1 lemon
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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¾ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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2 large eggs
Pastry Cream (Crema Pasticcera)
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2 cups whole milk
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4 large egg yolks
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½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup cornstarch
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Zest of 1 lemon
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
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¼ cup pine nuts
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
