CUBBAITA | How to Make Sicilian Sesame Seed Candy
This Sicilian pastry tradition: the “Cubbaita”
Some Sicilian recipes clearly reveal their Arabic origin, far in time and deep-rooted: the Cubbaita is a typical Sicilian dessert whose name comes from the Arabic word “quibbiat” which means “with almonds”.
The recipe and method of making this almond brittle varies delightfully from city to city: in western Sicily it is made with almonds and pistachio nuts, in southeastern Sicily it is made with sesame. '
The Cubbaita with sesame is very typical. Growing up my mother and father used to make it every Christmas season, and for the past 40 years my sister has carried on the tradition.
I took on the challenge this year and wanted to share it with you.