Crocetta of Caltanissetta

The crocetta di Caltanissetta is a traditional Italian sweet dessert that was produced in the comune (municipality) of Caltanissetta, Sicily, until the end of 1908, then forgotten about, and which has recently been rediscovered. The crocetta di Caltanissetta and the spina sacra are made with a Marzipan dough that were traditionally prepared for the feast of the Most Holy Crucifix by the Sisters of the Benedictine Monastery. This monastery was located next to the Church of Santa Croce, from which these sweet pastries take their name.

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