Spumoni

Spumoni (: spumone) is a molded gelato made with layers of different colors and flavors, usually containing candied fruits and nuts. It comes from the Italian word spuma, meaning 'foam'.

Its origins can be traced back to the late 19th century. The Italian version of spumoni is often lightened with whipped cream. They are usually placed in molds especially made for spumoni, although other molds can be used.

Typically, it is of three flavors. Cherry, pistachio and either chocolate or vanilla are the typical flavors of the ice cream layers in the United States, and the fruit/nut layer often contains cherry bits—causing the traditional red/pink, green and brown color combination.