Flamigni il Dolce Frutta Late Tangerines from Ciaculli Cake

350 gram cake - Italy

This cake has the very special Late Tangerine from Ciaculli (Mandarino Tardivo di Ciaculli).

This cake has a prized variety of tangerine grown in the Ciaculli district near Palermo, Sicily, celebrated for its exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, and low acidity.

Harvested later than most citrus, typically between February and March, these medium-sized fruits feature a thin, easy-to-peel skin and are often seedless or nearly so.

Their distinctive flavor and heritage status have earned them recognition as part of the Slow Food Presidia, a movement dedicated to protecting traditional, high-quality foods that are sustainably produced and culturally significant.

The Late Tangerine from Ciaculli is cultivated using environmentally friendly practices in small, traditional orchards, with the region’s unique climate and soil contributing to its exceptional quality.

Cherished for its versatility, this citrus is enjoyed fresh or transformed into jams, juices, and desserts, symbolizing the rich agricultural legacy of Sicily and the importance of preserving biodiversity in modern food production.

This cake has the familiar tonalities and the open cells of a panettone. It slices easily and is what would rate as “kinda perfect”!