Pignolata Cookies - Strufoli Recipe

Name: Pignolata Cookies - Strufoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) flour; 4 eggs; 1 egg yolk; 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil; 1/2 tbsp (7 ml) sugar; 1/8 tsp (1 ml) salt; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) grated lemon peel; 2 cups (475 ml) vegetalbe oil; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) honey; 1 tsp (5 ml) grated orange peel; candy sprinkles, optional; powdered sugar, optional

Servings: persons

2-1/2 cups (600 ml) flour
4 eggs
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
1/2 tbsp (7 ml) sugar
1/8 tsp (1 ml) salt
1/2 tsp (2 ml) grated lemon peel
2 cups (475 ml) vegetalbe oil
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) honey
1 tsp (5 ml) grated orange peel
candy sprinkles, optional
powdered sugar, optional

1
Put flour on a board and make a well in the center.
2
Add eggs, egg yolk, oil, sugar, salt, and lemon peel.
3
Mix and work dough well.
4
Shape dough into very small balls about the size of marbles, and fry in 2 cups (475 ml) of hot oil until golden.
5
Fry only a few at a time.
6
While dough is frying, melt honey in saucepan and add orange peel.
7
When balls are done drop them in the honey and orange peel mixture and remove with a strainer spoon.
8
Pile on a serving dish into a conical mound.
9
Cool.
10
Top with candy sprinkles or powdered sugar or leave plain.

1638

kcal

Calories

148

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) flour, 4 eggs, 1 egg yolk, 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Pignolata Cookies - Strufoli falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pignolata Cookies - Strufoli

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Variations & substitutions

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