Ingredients for Struffoli
- Eggs
- Crisco
- Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Flour
- Canola Oil
- 1 cup honey
- Walnuts
- ¼ cup chocolate sprinkles
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How to Make Struffoli
- In a large bowl, combine 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 cup of warm water. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Roll the dough into small, marble-sized balls (approximately ¾ inch in diameter).
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the struffoli balls in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove the fried struffoli with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of honey, 2 tablespoons of water, and a pinch of cinnamon. Gently heat over low heat until the honey is warm and slightly thinner.
- Once the struffoli have cooled slightly, gently toss them in the warm honey mixture until evenly coated.
- Immediately transfer the honey-coated struffoli to a serving platter.
- Sprinkle generously with ½ cup of chopped nuts (e.g., pistachios, almonds, walnuts) and ¼ cup of chocolate sprinkles.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy this delightful Sicilian Christmas tradition!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
15g
Fat
9g
Carbs
6g
