Italian Honey Balls (Pignolata Or Struffoli) Recipe

Name: Italian Honey Balls (Pignolata Or Struffoli)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough; 2 cups flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; Fry; canola oil; Syrup; 1 cup honey; 1 cup sugar; Add; 1 cup whole almond

Servings: persons

Dough
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
Fry
canola oil
Syrup
1 cup honey
1 cup sugar
Add
1 cup whole almond

1
Mix dough ingredients well. Knead on floured board. Let dough rest for a while.
2
Roll dough into 1/4 inch thick pieces.
3
Cut dough into 1/4 strips and roll thin (thinner than a pencil).
4
Cut off pieces of rolls making tiny pieces (smaller than peas).
5
Deep fry in oil. Drain well on paper towels.
6
Meanwhile heat honey and sugar. Boil for 15 minutes.
7
Stir hot syrup into dough pieces. Stir in almonds.
8
Using finger tips dipped in ice water carefully pour mixture onto board. Make into individual size cirles (golf ball size).
9
Warning this is very hot so use cooled fingers and spatula to shape but you must work quickly as it hardens quickly.
10
Some put sprinkles on top but that is optional.

1053

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough, 2 cups flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Italian Honey Balls (Pignolata Or Struffoli) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Italian Honey Balls (Pignolata Or Struffoli)

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