great taste award-winner 2025
origin & craftsmanshipmade by slitti in tuscany, italy, riccosa is a premium milk chocolate hazelnut spread thats crafted from just a few high-quality ingredients. it uses tonda gentile trilobata hazelnuts from the langhe (51%) plus fine milk chocolate to deliver a smooth, fragrant cream. slitti distinguishes this spread by using real cocoa butter and selecting beans with great flavor, rather than relying on filler or lower-grade oils.
flavor profilericcosa offers a rich, creamy profile: toasted hazelnut upfront, mellow milk-chocolate sweetness, subtle vanilla, and just enough cocoa to give depth. the texture is silky and spreadable, without being oilyit feels indulgent but refined.
tasting & pairing guide
spread a generous layer of riccosa on warm toast, fresh brioche, or pancakes and let the roasted hazelnut aroma come through first. taste it slowly so you feel the creamy milk chocolate and gentle vanilla undertones, with the cocoa adding just the right touch of depth. pair it with a mild coffeelike a latte or cappuccinoto compliment its sweetness, or a nutty oolong tea to highlight the hazelnut notes. for dessert pairings, try it with fresh berries or sliced banana, or use it as a dip for biscotti or shortbread to add texture and contrast.
summary
the riccosa milk chocolate hazelnut spread is slittis signature take on the classic hazelnut-chocolate combo, elevated by real hazelnuts, quality chocolate, and artisan craftsmanship. its luxurious, aromatic, and indulgentperfect when you want something richer than regular chocolate spread but still smooth, accessible, and delicious.
