Sfogliatelle - Ricotta Fritta Recipe

Name: Sfogliatelle - Ricotta Fritta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Cup (225 ml) water; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt; 1/4 Cup (60 ml) Lard or sweet butter; 2 Cups (475 ml) all purpose flour; 6 Large eggs; 1 tsp (5 ml) baking powder; 1 Tbs (15 ml). Rum; Sunflower or Vegetable oil for frying; 2 Cups (475 ml) Creme de Ricotta (see below); Granulated sugar; Cinnamon (optional); Honey (optional); 4 Cups (950 ml) of whole milk Ricotta (drained in collander lined with cheese cloth for 2 days); 1 Cup (225 ml) sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml) pure vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 Cup (225 ml) water
1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
1/4 Cup (60 ml) Lard or sweet butter
2 Cups (475 ml) all purpose flour
6 Large eggs
1 tsp (5 ml) baking powder
1 Tbs (15 ml). Rum
Sunflower or Vegetable oil for frying
2 Cups (475 ml) Creme de Ricotta (see below)
Granulated sugar
Cinnamon (optional)
Honey (optional)
4 Cups (950 ml) of whole milk Ricotta (drained in collander lined with cheese cloth for 2 days)
1 Cup (225 ml) sugar
1 tsp (5 ml) pure vanilla extract

1
Prepare Creme de Ricotta by adding the sugar to the well drained Ricotta.
2
Whisk to incorporate.
3
Stand for 8 hours.
4
Press Ricotta through a fine sieve with a rubber spatula or glass jar.
5
DO NOT PROCESS IN BLENDER OR PROCESSOR OR YOU WILL HAVE GLUE.
6
Incorporate the vanilla.
7
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
8
Prepare the fritter by bringing to a boil the water salt and lard.
9
Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Form into a ball by stirring and let cool for 5 minutes.
12
Beat the eggs in one at a time (difficult) until incorporated.
13
Add the rum and mix (should be smooth and sticky).
14
Stir in the baking powder.
15
Heat 3 inches of oil in frying pan to hot but not smoking.
16
Push rounded tbspfulls into the oil.
17
Cook 6 at a time because they triple in size.
18
Cook and turn 4 minutes till they burst slightly.
19
Cook and turn a few seconds more to cook the exposed interior.
20
When golden brown put on paper towels to drain.
21
Repeat frying procedure for the rest of the batch.
22
When slightly cool make slit in the side of each.
23
Spoon a little Creme de Ricotta in each.
24
Sprinkle with granulated sugar or cinnamon sugar.
25
Can also be dipped in honey before eating.

1091

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Cup (225 ml) water, 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt, 1/4 Cup (60 ml) Lard or sweet butter, 2 Cups (475 ml) all purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Sfogliatelle - Ricotta Fritta 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.

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Sfogliatelle - Ricotta Fritta

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Variations & substitutions

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