Ciambelline al Vino
Rome, Italy
These simple, ring-shaped cookies are made with local white or red wine, sugar, olive oil, and flour, often scented with anise seeds. They are baked until dry and crunchy, designed specifically for dipping into a glass of sweet dessert wine.
Why locals eat it
Originating in the Castelli Romani wine-producing hills just south of Rome, these rustic cookies represent rural hospitality and simple home baking. They are traditionally served at the very end of a meal in Roman taverns.
Local tip
Always dip these cookies directly into your glass of house wine or sweet passito at the end of your meal to soften their crunchy texture.
Typically made with
wine, flour, sugar, extra virgin olive oil, anise seeds, baking powder. Recipes vary — always check with the vendor if you have allergies.