3Pandoro

Pandoro, a golden star-shaped cake from Verona, is another beloved Italian Christmas dessert.

Unlike panettone, pandoro is plain, with no fruit, and is often dusted with powdered sugar for a festive snowy look.

Its light, buttery texture and vanilla aroma make it a favorite with families, especially for breakfast on Christmas morning. Some families like to slice it horizontally, rotating each layer to create a “star” effect, making it a fun, shareable treat.