Classic Italian Christmas Desserts To Sweeten Your Holiday Table

By Bhavana Verma

Affogato

Hot espresso is poured onto cold gelato to make this rich Italian dessert.

Pizzelle

These crispy and light wafer cookies are shaped with flower mold and served with gelato.

Tiramisu Cake

Layered with ladyfinger crumb and mascarpone cheese, this tiramisu cake becomes an elegant addition.

Struffoli

Small balls of dough are fried then stuck together with honey glaze shaped like a wreath.

Cannoli

Crisp pastry shells are filled with ricotta filling and garnished with chopped pistachios or chocolate chips.