Cherry, Chocolate, And Pistachio Zuccotto Recipe

Name: Cherry, Chocolate, And Pistachio Zuccotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 pound) loaf panettone; 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 (8.8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese; 1/3 cup chopped pistachio nuts; 1/3 cup mixed candied fruit; 1/4 cup white sugar; 1 (2 ounce) bar dark chocolate, coarsely chopped; 1/2 (15 ounce) can cherries, syrup reserved; 1 cup vin santo (Italian dessert wine), or as needed; 3 (1 ounce) squares dark chocolate, broken into pieces

Servings: persons

1
Line a large bowl with plastic wrap to make a mold.
2
Slice 1/2 inch off the top and bottom of the panettone. Cut another horizontal slice off the top. Slice remaining panettone vertically; cut each vertical slice in half.
3
Mix ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, pistachio nuts, candied fruit, sugar, and dark chocolate together to make the filling. Mix in cherries to create a marbled effect.
4
Lay the top panettone slice in the bottom of the mold. Sprinkle vin santo on top. Arrange vertical halves around the side of the bowl, overlapping slightly if needed. Sprinkle with more vin santo. Spoon 1/2 the ricotta mixture into the center, smoothing into corners using the back of a spoon. Lay second panettone slice on top; sprinkle with vin santo. Add remaining ricotta mixture, again smoothing down with the spoon. Cover with the bottom slice. Drizzle more vin santo and reserved cherry syrup on top.
5
Cover with plastic wrap and place a plate on top. Add bags of beans to press down on zuccotto. Refrigerate until set, 8 hours to overnight.
6
Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes.
7
Invert zuccotto onto a serving plate and peel off plastic wrap. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.

738

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1 pound) loaf panettone, 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese, 1 (8.8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese, 1/3 cup chopped pistachio nuts, and more.

Yes, Cherry, Chocolate, And Pistachio Zuccotto falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherry, Chocolate, And Pistachio Zuccotto

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Variations & substitutions

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