noun
- Plural of crostata; Italian open-faced tarts or pies with a pastry crust and filling, typically fruit or custard.
Usage: Italian culinary term; Often used in English when referring to Italian bakery items
Examples
- The Italian bakery displayed several crostatas filled with fresh berries in the window.
- She ordered three different crostatas for the dinner party.
- Homemade crostatas with apricot jam are a traditional Italian dessert.
- The pastry chef prepared crostatas with custard and chocolate for the special event.