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Prinjolata is a traditional dessert from Malta. The dessert gets its name from the Maltese word prinjol meaning pine nuts which are used in both the filling and the topping.

Cultural significance

Prinjolata is generally prepared as a treat to be eaten at the Maltese Carnival; a festival introduced to Malta in the 1400s, and popularised by the Knights of St John a century later. In Malta, Carnival is held five days before Ash Wednesday.

References

1. Cutajar, Rachel Zammit. "[WATCH] Prinjolata". MaltaToday.com.mt. Retrieved 16 February 2023.
2. "Prinjolata, Malta's carnival cake mini size". theredbistro.com. Retrieved 16 February 2023.
3. "Prinjolata - Maltese Carnival Dessert". Apron & Whisk. 20 February 2022. Retrieved 16 February 2023.
4. "PRINJOLATA". Scotts Supermarket. Retrieved 16 February 2023.
5. "Recipe of the Month – Prinjolata". Excelsior Hotel Malta. Retrieved 16 February 2023.
6. "Prinjolata, Malta's carnival cake, a sweet mound of mess". Malta InsideOut. 2013-02-09. Retrieved 2018-04-21.
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