If you’re craving a dessert that captures the heart of traditional Italian baking, look no further than Torta della Nonna. This beloved classic features a buttery pastry crust filled with silky lemon-scented custard, topped with toasted pine nuts and a snowy dusting of powdered sugar. It’s elegant, comforting, and perfect for celebrations, afternoon coffee, or any moment that calls for something special.
📋 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
| For the Pastry |
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| 2¼ cups all-purpose flour |
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| ½ cup granulated sugar |
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| Zest of 1 lemon |
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| ½ tsp salt |
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| 1 cup unsalted butter |
Cold and cubed |
| 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk |
One for dough, one for brushing |
| 1 tsp vanilla extract |
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| For the Custard Filling |
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| 2 cups whole milk |
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| Zest of 1 lemon |
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| ½ vanilla bean (or 1 tsp extract) |
Split and scraped |
| 4 large egg yolks |
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| ½ cup granulated sugar |
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| 3 tbsp cornstarch |
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| 1 tbsp unsalted butter |
For richness |
| For the Topping |
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| ½ cup pine nuts |
Toasted |
| Powdered sugar |
For dusting |
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