Italian Special Sweet Fried Ravioli Cookies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
Italian Special Sweet Fried Ravioli Cookies for Dessert Time
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 squares semisweet chocolate
1 square unsweetened chocolate
2 cups shortening for frying
1 cup garbanzo beans , drained and pureed
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup pureed dates
3/4 cup ground walnuts
3 eggs
1/4 cup melted shortening
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup confectioners ' sugar for dusting

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
445
Sugar
19g
Fat
28g
Known as frittelle in Italy, fried dough is a staple of the country's street food scene. This recipe raises the bar by creating a sweet cookie filled with chocolate, garbanzo beans, and walnuts. The addition of pureed dates adds natural sweetness to the cookie, resulting in a delectable oval-shaped pastry. The cookie dough is fried to golden perfection and dusted with confectioners' sugar for an added touch of sweetness. These Italian sweet fried ravioli cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones and enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea.

Instructions

1.In a double boiler, melt semisweet and unsweetened chocolate. Turn off heat and add 1/4 cup shortening. Stir until combined and set aside.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the garbanzo bean puree, white sugar, and cinnamon. Add in the pureed dates and ground walnuts. Mix until combined.
3.Beat two eggs in a separate bowl and add the melted shortening. Mix until combined and pour into the large bowl.
4.Add the chocolate mixture to the large bowl and mix with a spatula. Slowly add the all-purpose flour, salt, and the remaining two eggs. Knead the dough until it comes together.
5.Roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into circles with a cookie cutter. Place 1 teaspoon of chocolate filling in the center of each circle and fold the dough in half. Crimp the edges shut with a fork.
6.In a deep saucepan, heat the remaining shortening over medium-high heat. Fry the ravioli cookies until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

PROS

Crispy, chocolate-filled, and dusted with confectioners’ sugar, these Italian sweet fried ravioli cookies are sure to delight your taste buds.
A unique treat for any dessert lover.

CONS

These cookies are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.

The garbanzo beans in this recipe provide protein and fiber, while the walnuts contain healthy fats and antioxidants. The dates add natural sweetness to the recipe without the addition of refined sugar.

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