Today we’re sharing both the history of Chiacchiere and an easy homemade version you can prepare anywhere in the world.

Panettone, the classic Italian Christmas dessert, is a holiday favorite across Italy and beyond. Its fluffy, sweet dough studded with candied fruits and raisins makes it irresistible during the festive season. But what happens when the holidays are over and you still have a leftover panettone sitting on the kitchen counter? Instead of letting it go stale, there are plenty of creative ways to transform it into delicious treats.

These candy cane cookies are soft, crumbly, and melt in your mouth. Plus, they look beautiful on a holiday table (or any time you want to treat yourself).