Panforte Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Panforte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 1/2 ounces pitted dates roughly chopped; 7 ounces glace cherries mixed, halved; 1 3/4 ounces hazelnuts toasted, skins removed; 1 3/4 ounces almonds toasted; 1 3/4 ounces macadamia nuts toasted; 7 ounces dark chocolate roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice; 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper optional; 1 zest orange, finely grated; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/3 cup honey; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; powdered sugar to dust; coffee to serve

Servings: persons

6 1/2 ounces pitted dates roughly chopped
7 ounces glace cherries mixed, halved
1 3/4 ounces hazelnuts toasted, skins removed
1 3/4 ounces almonds toasted
1 3/4 ounces macadamia nuts toasted
7 ounces dark chocolate roughly chopped
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper optional
1 zest orange, finely grated
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup honey
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
powdered sugar to dust
coffee to serve

1
Preheat oven 300u00b0F. Lightly grease an 8 inch springform cake pan and line with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, combine dates, cherries, nuts, chocolate, pumpkin pie spice, pepper (if using) and orange zest.
3
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, honey and butter. Heat on medium, stirring, until sugar begins to melt - do not stir again or the sugar will crystallize.
4
Bring to a boil and cook for 3-5 mins, until a little of the caramel dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that can be molded with fingers.
5
Working quickly, pour caramel over nut mixture. Mix well. Pour into prepared pan. Smooth top with a spatula. Bake for 10-15 mins. Allow to cool in pan.
6
If the mixture has not set when cooled to room temperature, chill until set. Dust with powdered sugar, cut into small wedges and serve with coffee.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 1/2 ounces pitted dates roughly chopped, 7 ounces glace cherries mixed, halved, 1 3/4 ounces hazelnuts toasted, skins removed, 1 3/4 ounces almonds toasted, and more.

Yes, Panforte falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Panforte

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