Strufoli II

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Delicious Strufoli II recipe for your dessert needs
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
4 eggs , beaten
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 1/2 cups honey
3/4 cup pine nuts
2 1/4 ounces colored candy sprinkles

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
288
Sugar
27g
Fat
9.7g
Strufoli is an Italian dessert that is typically served during the holiday season. Made with small balls of dough that are deep-fried and coated in honey, this dessert is crunchy, sweet, and delicious. The addition of colorful candy sprinkles and pine nuts on top create a festive, eye-catching dish that is perfect for holiday gatherings. While strufoli is traditionally served as a dessert, it can also be enjoyed as a sweet snack during the day.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix flour, eggs, sugar, melted butter, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt.
2.Knead the dough well until it is no longer sticky.
3.Let the dough sit for 15 minutes.
4.Break off pieces of dough and roll them into long thin strips.
5.Cut the strips of dough into small pieces.
6.Roll each small piece of dough into a little ball.
7.Heat the honey in a pan over low heat.
8.Once the honey is warm, add the pine nuts and candy sprinkles.
9.Add the dough balls to the honey mixture and stir gently until they are coated.
10.Remove the strufoli from the honey mixture with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with parchment paper in the shape of a ring.

PROS

Strufoli is a sweet, crunchy dessert that is perfect for the holiday season and family gatherings.

It is easy to make and can be customized with different toppings and flavors.

CONS

Strufoli is very sweet and can be high in calories and sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While strufoli is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The pine nuts in this recipe provide a source of healthy fats and protein, while the lemon zest can aid in digestion.

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