Balocco Colomba Classica 500g – Traditional Italian Easter Cake

The Balocco Colomba Classica 500g is more than just a cake—it's a cherished symbol of Easter, steeped in Italian heritage and artisanal tradition. Carefully shaped like a dove, it represents peace and renewal, making it a meaningful centrepiece for your festive table.

This classic Easter cake is crafted with premium ingredients, including high-quality candied orange peels (15%), Italian fresh milk, and eggs from free-range hens. The dough is naturally leavened with mother yeast and undergoes a traditional cooling process upside down for 8 hours, preserving its delicate crumb and unmistakable fragrance.

The surface is generously coated with a rich almond glaze (13.8%), decorated with whole almonds and pearl sugar, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavours. Every bite delivers a harmonious blend of citrusy notes, buttery softness, and nutty crunch, showcasing the craftsmanship behind Balocco’s century-long baking expertise.

Balocco uses non-GMO ingredients, no hydrogenated fats, and adheres to traditional Italian methods to ensure authenticity and quality. Perfect for festive gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, the Colomba Classica offers a true taste of Italy and a sweet way to celebrate the Easter season.

Why Choose Balocco Colomba Classica?

✔ Traditional Italian Easter cake
✔ Naturally leavened with mother yeast
✔ Enriched with candied orange peels and almond glaze
✔ Made with Italian fresh milk and free-range eggs
✔ Non-GMO ingredients
✔ Perfect for gifting or festive celebrations

Ingredients

Wheat flour, candied orange peels 15% (orange peel, glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, acidity regulator: citric acid), glaze 13.8% (sugar, rice flour, sunflower oil, wheat flour, powdered egg white* 2.5% equal to 0.3% of total ingredients, flavourings), butter, natural mother yeast 7.7% (wheat flour, water), sugar, fresh egg yolk* 7%, sugar nibs 6.6%, almonds 2.4%, inverted sugar syrup, high-quality fresh pasteurised milk 1.8%, emulsifiers: mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, salt, natural flavourings.

*From free-range hens.
May contain other nuts, soya, and mustard.

Allergens

Wheat

Egg

Milk

Almonds

May contain: other nuts, soya, mustard

Nutritional Information per 100g

• Energy – 1600 kJ / 381 kcal
• Fat – 14g
• of which saturates – 6.5g
• Carbohydrates – 56g
• of which sugars – 33g
• Protein – 6.6g
• Salt – 0.39g

Storage Advice

Store in a cool, dry place

Keep sealed to preserve freshness