Credenzin di Trontano
Credenzin is the traditional sweet bread of Trontano: a rustic dough enriched with butter, walnuts, raisins and apples, linked to the village's ovens and festivities.
Ingredients
For 8 personeFor the dough
To enrich
Before you start
Method
Prepare the dough
Mix the flours with the sourdough starter and gradually incorporate the water. Add the salt and work until you have a smooth, even dough.
First proof
Cover the dough and leave it to prove until it looks well relaxed and has increased in volume.
Enrich the dough
Incorporate the softened butter, walnuts, raisins and apples, distributing them evenly.
Work gently to avoid breaking up the fruit too much.
Shape and rest
Shape into one loaf or several small loaves and leave to rest again.
Bake
Bake in the oven until the crust is well coloured and the bread is dry in the centre.
Leave to cool slightly before serving.
Good to know
Tips
Dry the raisins and apples well before incorporating them, so the dough remains more stable. The following day, the flavours are even better blended.
Variations
The quantity of dried fruit and apples varies according to family recipes. Some versions are closer to a rustic bread, while others are richer and sweeter.
Storage
Store wrapped in paper or a cloth for 2-3 days. It can be frozen in slices.
Behind this recipe
VisitOssola describes Credenzin di Trontano as a sweet bread enriched with butter, walnuts, raisins and apples, baked in the village's ancient ovens and linked to local tradition.
