Nocciola di Giffoni

Named after Giffoni Valle Piana, a lush valley settled at the foot of Mount Licinici, Nocciola di Giffoni refers to dried hazelnuts grown and produced within the province of Salerno. Typically shelled and roasted, the hazelnuts of Giffoni are particularly prized by the confectionery industry for their flavor, aroma and long shelf life.

Even though they are widely used in local savory dishes, Giffoni hazelnuts are most often marketed as a sweet snack, coated in chocolate, nougat or honey. Also, they make for an excellent ingredient in preparing various cakes and biscuits, pastry creams, ice creams, and even liqueurs.