Sfinge di Ricotta

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Sfinge di Ricotta recipe for a sweet Italian dessert
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pinch salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 pounds ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
1/3 cup confectioners ' sugar for decoration
4 cups cake flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
280
Sugar
16g
Fat
15g
Sfinge di Ricotta, also known as Ricotta Fritters, are a sweet Italian dessert typically made during Carnival season. These fritters are light and fluffy, with a slightly sweet taste that is perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth. Perfect as an afternoon treat, served alongside a cup of coffee or tea, or as a sweet finish to a meal. Traditionally dusted with powdered sugar before serving, this dessert can be enjoyed as a quick and easy indulgence that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Beat the mixture until smooth and well-mixed.
2.Add the cake flour gradually to the mixture until you get a smooth, sticky dough.
3.Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan until it starts to shimmer.
4.Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough into the hot oil, carefully flipping them over until they are golden brown on both sides.
5.Remove the ricotta fritters from the oil with a slotted spoon, and leave them to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack.
6.Dust the tops of the fritters with confectioners' sugar before serving.

PROS

Sfinge di Ricotta is a quick and easy dessert that can be whipped up in minutes.

This recipe is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth, and the fritters are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The fritters are light and airy, with a slightly crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.

CONS

The fritters are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and not particularly healthy.

These fritters are also best enjoyed fresh and don’t keep well, so make sure to eat them up quickly after frying.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Sfinge di Ricotta is not the healthiest food, the ricotta cheese in this recipe is a good source of protein and calcium.
Additionally, the vanilla extract used in this recipe contains antioxidants that can help boost your immune system.

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