Italian Struffoli Recipe

Name: Italian Struffoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons dark rum; 4 large eggs; 2 large egg yolks; 1/4 cup canola oil; extra oil (for frying); 2/3 cup honey; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 cinnamon stick

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons dark rum
4 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup canola oil
extra oil (for frying)
2/3 cup honey
1/2 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick

1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla, rum, eggs, egg yolks, and 1/4 cup canola oil. In another bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and sugar. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients slowly and mix the whole time with an electric mixer. (I use my Kitchen-aid.) Beat until mixture forms a soft dough. Put plastic wrap over it and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2
Divide dough in half. Form each half into ropes 1/2 inch in diameter. Cut each rope into 3/4 inch pieces. Roll each piece into a ball.
3
In a pot or saucepan, heat 3 inches of oil. Add dough balls in batches and fry about 2 minutes until gold in color. Transfer to a platter lined with paper towels.
4
In another saucepan, combine the honey, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Cook the mixture until the sugar is dissolved, stirring often. Simmer for a couple of minutes. Remove the cinnamon stick and stir in the dough balls. Transfer the strufolli to a serving dish and serve at room temperature.

1060

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

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: 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Italian 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 Struffoli

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