Sweet Ravioli (A Cookie)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Sweet and Delightful Italian Sweet Ravioli Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

60 min

Cook

5-10 min

Ready In

70-80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
2 large lightly beaten eggs
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
4 ounces dried figs
1/2 ounce grated unsweetened chocolate
1 teaspoon brandy
1/2 teaspoon anise extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
About 25 pieces
Calories
1200 kcal
Sugar
50g
Fat
55g
Sweet ravioli, also known as a cookie in Italy, is a traditional treat served during the holidays or celebrations. This cookie has a sweet filling made of dried figs, chocolate, and a splash of brandy. It is then encased in a thin dough flavored with lemon zest and aníse extract. The cookie is cut using a ravioli cutter and boiled in water before serving. In Italy, these cookies are also eaten for breakfast with a cup of coffee or tea. They are delicious when served straight from the boiling water with some powdered sugar on top.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the sifted cake flour, sugar, and salt.
2.Add canola oil and softened unsalted butter, and combine until crumbly.
3.Add lightly beaten eggs and finely grated lemon zest, and knead by hand until a smooth dough forms.
4.Cover the dough with a plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
5.Meanwhile, finely chop dried figs and grated unsweetened chocolate in a food processor.
6.Add the mixture to a bowl and stir in brandy and anise extract.
7.After 30 minutes, take dough and roll out into thin sheets.
8.Place small dollops of filling onto the sheets, carefully press in enough to cover, then cut out using a ravioli cutter.
9.In a pot, bring water to boil and drop one by one the raviolis.
10.Cook the ravioli for around 4-5 minutes.
11.Remove the ravioli from pot, let them cool down and sprinkle some powdered sugar on top before serving.

PROS

Incredibly yummy and sweet with a light hint of lemon flavour, this sweet ravioli has an incredible texture with its thin and chewy dough.

These cookies make an excellent holiday treat that can be the perfect finish to your Italian meal.

CONS

This food item is high in calories and sugar.

It is not recommended for people with diabetes due to its high sugar content.

It is also not recommended for people who are allergic to figs or chocolate.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This food may not have significant health benefits, but can be enjoyed in moderation as a special treat.
Figs are a good source of dietary fiber, and help lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
Anise extract has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with digestion.

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