Typical dish of Rome
Maritozzo with Whipped Cream
The maritozzo with whipped cream is a soft, sweet bun, golden and slightly glossy, split down the middle and filled with a generous cloud of whipped cream. The dough is tender and fragrant, with delicate notes of butter and sugar that melt on the bite. The contrast between the warm brioche and the cool cream creates a rich, enveloping texture. In Rome, it is the breakfast classic, enjoyed at the bar counter with an espresso.
Season: Tutto l'anno€3–6
Why it matters
The maritozzo is one of the most beloved symbols of Roman pastry-making and represents the daily ritual of breakfast in the city. It is an everyday yet deeply identity-defining sweet, tied to neighborhood life and the historic pastry shops of the capital. In recent years it has also become a gastronomic icon, reinterpreted by chefs and artisans.
Origin story
The origins of the maritozzo date back to ancient Rome and the Middle Ages, when sweet breads enriched with honey, raisins, and pine nuts were common. During Lent, a simpler version was prepared, allowed as a small indulgent exception. In the twentieth century, the modern Roman version took shape: a soft brioche bun split open and filled with abundant whipped cream.
Typical ingredients
farinauovazuccheroburropanna montata
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