Hazelnut and cocoa spread with candied orange peel made with extra virgin olive oil. This sweet spread can top many desserts — try it on top of ice cream! (Lazio, Central Italy)

Torrone with hazelnut and honey. A classic Italian nougat, a great sweet snack. (Sardegna)

Sweet pistachio cream made of pureed pistachios, milk and sugar. Spread on your favorite toasted bread. (Sicily, Southern Italy)

Caramelized fig preserve that’s smooth and thick with rich, sweet flavors. A natural toast spread, but also pairs with savories like salami, hard cheeses (parmesan ) and barbecued meats (thick steak and pork chops). (Calabria, Southern Italy)

Cherry syrup made from natural cherry juice. Add spoonfuls (to taste) to sparkling water for sweet Italian soda — and add white wine and mint for summer cocktail. Sweeten fruit salad, top desserts like cake and ice cream, and drizzle on pancakes. (Tirolo – Alpine Region, Italy-Austria)

Crunchy Biscotti with chocolate chips and almonds baked near Florence. (Tuscany, Central Italy)

Dark chocolate bar with sugar crystals and a touch of sea salt. One of our favorites! (Sicily, Southern Italy)