The Birth of Pastry

Pasticceria F.lli Gnocchi was born in 1958 from the desire of brothers Alfio, Giambattista and Renato to create something important.

Led today with pride by Massimo Gnocchi, and by the inimitable Renato Gnocchi, master pastry chef and creative soul of the laboratory, our pastry shop is synonymous with artisanal excellence and authenticity. Every dessert we make tells a story of passion, attention to detail and love for tradition. Among all our creations, the Amaretti di Gallarate stand out as a symbol of excellence, becoming an emblem of our territory and conquering the hearts of tens of thousands of people around the world.

Amaretti di Gallarate: recognizable products

Amaretti di Gallarate are our flagship, a unique and unmistakable dessert that contains the essence of the Gallarate pastry tradition. These delicious biscuits are distinguished by their external crunchiness and soft and fragrant heart.

Each amaretto is shaped by hand, bearing the imprint of the craftsman who creates it, a detail that makes them unique and unrepeatable. Their intense and perfectly balanced flavor comes from the use of the highest quality ingredients and the artisanal dedication that we put into every phase of production. Amaretti di Gallarate are not just a local specialty, but a symbol of Made in Italy that has gone beyond national borders. Thanks to their inimitable goodness, these sweets have conquered tables all over the world, from London to New York, from Paris to Tokyo, from Dubai to Singapore. International celebrities, renowned chefs and food critics have praised their uniqueness, helping to make Amaretti di Gallarate by Pasticceria Gnocchi, a dessert appreciated everywhere. Prestigious newspapers such as the New York Times, the Guardian and Corriere della Sera, as well as television networks such as Rai, BBC and TeleLombardia, have dedicated space to our pastry shop and its inimitable amaretti, consecrating them as true Italian excellence. On our initiative, the Gallarate amaretti obtained the municipal designation of origin (De.CO) in 2005 and in 2008, they became a typical agri-food product of the Lombardy region and then, in 2024, they were granted the possibility of having a brand (PAT). Our goal is to carry on this legacy, making more and more people discover the authentic flavor of Gallarate, represented by a product that combines simplicity and perfection.

Our artisanal panettone

Alongside amaretti, artisanal panettoni are another of our excellences. Made exclusively with our historic sourdough starter, which holds years of passion and tradition, our panettoni follow a slow and careful 48-hour manufacturing process.

Made with top-quality natural ingredients, without preservatives or emulsifiers, our panettone stands out for its softness, lightness and intense aromas. Among the available variants, the classic panettone, rich in raisins and candied fruit of the highest quality, is a tribute to tradition, while the chocolate panettone, with single-origin chocolate from the Andes, offers a delicious and irresistible reinterpretation. We also make a panettone filled with chantilly cream to satisfy the most demanding palates.

Our philosophy

At Pasticceria Fratelli Gnocchi we believe that quality is the result of a combination of passion, tradition and innovation. Every dessert, from Amaretti to the most elaborate cakes, is made with top-quality ingredients, rigorously processed with artisanal methods, without preservatives or additives. Our mission is to share with you the love for the art of pastry making that has always guided us.