Klašuni

These small, incredibly fragrant cookies are a local delicacy of the island of Korčula. Usually formed into crescent shapes, they couple a buttery dough, traditionally made with ammonium bicarbonate, and a rich, nut-based filling. The dough and the filling are usually enriched with citrus zest, rose liqueur, and vanilla, while the walnut or almond filling can additionally be elevated with fig or orange jams. Since all of the ingredients were once considered luxurious, the cookies were only made for special occasions. Today, they are a signature dessert of the entire island and are regarded as the perfect souvenir that embodies the authentic, local flavors.