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Pandoro Stars with Zabaglione Cream

17/11/2023

Here’s how to prepare delicious Pandoro Stars with zabaglione cream.

Ingredients

  • Sliced pandoro (quantity based on the number of stars desired)
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 100 g of granulated sugar
  • 120 ml of Marsala (or another sweet wine you prefer)
  • Whipped cream (optional for garnishing)
  • Cocoa powder or powdered sugar (for decoration)

Preparation

  1. Cut the pandoro into slices about 2 cm thick, then use a star-shaped cutter to cut out the pandoro slices.

  2. Arrange the stars on a baking sheet and bake them at 180°C for a few minutes, until they become slightly golden and crispy. Then let them cool down.

  3. In the meantime, prepare the zabaglione. Put the egg yolks and sugar in a heatproof bowl and whisk with a whisk until the mixture is frothy and lightened.

  4. Add the Marsala to the yolks and continue to beat.

  5. Transfer the bowl over a pot of simmering water (bain-marie) and continue to whisk the mixture. Cook the zabaglione, stirring constantly, until it becomes thick and creamy. Be careful not to cook it too quickly or at too high a temperature to avoid curdling the yolks.

  6. Once ready, remove the zabaglione from the bain-marie and let it cool, stirring occasionally.

  7. When it is well cooled, you can whip the cream (optional) and gently fold it into the zabaglione if you want a softer cream.

  8. Arrange the pandoro stars on a serving plate and garnish them with the zabaglione cream. If you like, you can accompany each star with a spoonful of whipped cream.

  9. Finally, decorate with a dusting of cocoa powder or powdered sugar as you like.

Curiosity

Zabaglione is a classic cream of Italian cuisine dating back to the Renaissance. Originally it was drunk as a tonic and was thought to have healing properties. The zabaglione cream traditionally accompanies sweets and desserts, but its alcoholic version is also enjoyed as an after-dinner treat. Pairing zabaglione with pandoro, a typical Christmas sweet from Verona, creates an exquisite combination for the holidays or to make a sweet occasion special.