6 Ways to Pair Panettone

Sweet and fluffy, panettone is Italy's most popular cake for the holidays. Each puffed dome is made with 100% natural yeast, candied orange and raisins. It is delicious on its own, and even better dressed up for the holiday table.

Six pairings follow. Each one works with pandoro, panettone's sister bread, too.

1. Gelato

Warm a few slices in the oven and serve with a scoop of fresh gelato. Fior di latte is the simple, classic pick, though pistachio and chocolate play well too.

2. Mascarpone cream

Mix fresh mascarpone cheese with eggs and sugar, then serve it alongside a few slices of your favorite panettone. Add fresh berries for a beautiful presentation.

3. Chocolate spread

Open a jar of your favorite chocolate-hazelnut spread and spread it on top. Leave the jar on the table: someone will want seconds.

4. Marmellata

For a lighter pairing or a holiday breakfast, toast a few slices of panettone and serve with a knob of butter and a spoonful of orange marmalade. The marmalade brings out the citrus zest and candied orange in the cake.

5. Vino

No Italian dish is complete without wine, not even panettone. Pour a glass of Moscato d'Asti. Sweet and sparkling, it suits a holiday toast and complements the citrus and yeasty flavors of the cake.

6. Caffè

The most classic panettone pairing of all. Italians enjoy this cake most often with a cappuccino in the morning for breakfast or with an espresso in the afternoon as a dessert.

Ready to throw a panettone party? Find your local Eataly for the ingredients, or order online and have them shipped nationwide.