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Typically, France<\/a> and Germany<\/a> are the European countries that get top billing in the realm of pastry. However, Spain<\/a> can certainly hold its own. Be sure to try these five sweet treats the next time you\u2019re there.<\/p>\n Napolitanas<\/strong> Huesos de Santos<\/strong> Rosquillas de An\u00eds<\/strong> <\/p>\n \u00a0‘Like’ us on Facebook<\/a> for more travel stories and yummy recommendations!\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nThe Spanish version of a pain au chocolat or pain aux amandes (chocolate\/almond croissants), napolitanas are made with puff pastry dough, filled with either custard or chocolate cream, and topped with almonds or cocoa (depending on the flavor). They are best served for breakfast with a cup of dark coffee.
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\nRosc\u00f3n de Reyes<\/strong>
\nRosc\u00f3n de Reyes (\u201cking\u2019s ring\u201d) is traditionally served around Epiphany (in January) or around the holidays in December. It\u2019s a round, usually cream-filled cake decorated with figs, cherries, or dried\/candied fruit. Rosc\u00f3n de Reyes is perfect for sharing with friends and family at a holiday<\/a> celebration.
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\nTorrijas<\/strong>
\nSpain\u2019s answer to French toast, torrijas, aren\u2019t just reserved for breakfast. These sweet, fried treats can be eaten any time of day or night. There are two main ways of preparing torrijas— by soaking the day old bread in either wine or milk to lend it richness and flavor. Depending on the style, torrijas are sweetened with honey, syrup, or sugar. They are traditionally made around Holy Week.<\/p>\n
\nTypically served around Day of the Dead (in November), huesos de santos (\u201csaints\u2019 bones\u201d) are indeed \u201cbones\u201d made from marzipan tubes and filled with custard or sweet pastes— a bit macabre, but certainly delicious and memorable.<\/p>\n
\nOne of my absolute favorite Spanish sweet treats, rosquillas de an\u00eds, areanis-flavored donuts typically served during the Fiesta de San Isidro\u00a0 (Madrid\u2019s annual festival in honor of its patron saint). They are especially delicious when purchased fresh from a street vendor.<\/p>\n