Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/4 cups milk
1/2 cup semolina
1/2 cup sugar
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon orange blossom water
4 tablespoons light olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
flour ( for dusting )
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
6 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
580
Sugar
41g
Fat
34g
Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings, also known as 'Gnocchi alla Romana', is a classic dessert in Italian cuisine. It is a simple yet delightful dish that often consists of semolina flour, milk, sugar, butter, and egg yolks. The addition of orange blossom water gives it a unique taste and aroma. These dumplings are generally served warm, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. They are perfect as a tea-time snack or a sweet ending to a meal. You can also garnish them with fresh fruits or whipped cream to make them more elegant.

Instructions

1.Begin by heating the milk in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.Once the milk is hot, gradually add in the semolina while continuously whisking the mixture.
3.Lower the heat and continue stirring the mix for 10 minutes until it becomes thick and smooth.
4.Add in the sugar, egg yolks, butter, and orange blossom water. Combine everything well.
5.Remove the mixture from heat and transfer it to a greased flat dish. Allow it to cool down, and then chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6.Make small dumplings from the mixture by rolling them in your hands.
7.Dust the dumplings with flour and dip them in the beaten egg followed by breadcrumbs.
8.Heat olive oil and butter in a large frying pan over low heat.
9.Gently fry the dumplings until they become golden brown.
10.Serve by sprinkling cinnamon sugar on top.

PROS

These Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings are creamy, fluffy, and have a unique taste thanks to the orange blossom water.

They are easy to make and can be reheated as a leftover.

CONS

The dumplings are high in calories and sugar, which makes them unfit for people with diabetes.

Also, they can be quite heavy on the stomach if consumed in large quantity.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is not beneficial to health, but it can be enjoyed occasionally with moderation.
However, cinnamon and orange blossom water may aid digestion and improve skin health.

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