Panettone purists say chocolate and cherries are fine – just don’t call it a panettone

Producing panettoni is an elaborate affair. It begins with the rising and refreshing of the sourdough at its base, kneading and temperature checks that can last more than a day. Then the addition of sugar, butter, eggs, and candied lemon, orange peel and raisins. According to Italian rules, any twist on the traditional downgrades the sweet bread. CBC News reports. | READ MORE