Rum Chocolate Torrone

For a more adult take on the beloved Italian sweet known as torrone, this torrone bar with rum and chocolate from D. Barbero is the answer. The classic crunchy and chewy nougat is studded with roasted hazelnuts and coated in a sweet rum cream with sultana raisins, then enrobed in a rich layer of dark chocolate. It’s a delicious innovation from the traditional candymakers at D. Barbero, who have been a sweet staple in the region outside Turin for 140 years. A traditional Italian candy that’s commonly enjoyed around Christmastime (although it’s delicious year-round!), torrone was likely first enjoyed by the ancient Romans. The creamy nougat made with nuts, honey, and egg whites can be found in different variations around the country—chewy or crunchy, studded with dried fruit and nuts of all kinds. D. Barbero’s version is crumbly and decadent, cooked in small batches and kneaded by master candymakers until the texture is just right. ‌ For seven generations, the Barbero family have been ma