16 Bellissimi Italian Desserts

by0| PUBLISHED Mar 16, 2011 8:00 AM

From a sophisticated, orange-infused olive oil cake to a scoop of creamy-cold gelato, the desserts of Italy are worth a second look. Sweet but not too sweet, they're the perfect end to an authentic Italian meal — but they're also perfect as a midday snack, paired with a strong cup of coffee or a nip of crisp white wine.

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