Don’t call it a fruit cake. These are the very best panettoni to buy this season
This time of year brings some of the best of baking. There are Christmas cookies, gingerbread, buches de Noel, and then, of course, the ever-versatile panettone. The traditional Italian confection, an eggy, yeasty bread dotted with chunks of fruit and nuts, defies categorization — it can be breakfast, dessert, or a teatime treat. And while many Americans may still envision the dried-out, boxed versions sold in grocery stores, there are more and more options for real-deal panettoni that ship directly to your door.
It’s easy to spot the difference. Quality panettone requires days to make properly, and it’s not cheap. There’s now a whole annual festival dedicated to convincing Americans what exactly is so special about the stuff. But the easiest way to be convinced is to order one of the panettone below — before they sell out for the season.
