Struffoli (Honey Balls) Recipe

Name: Struffoli (Honey Balls)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 eggs; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 2 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind; 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying); 1/8 cup flour (for dusting); 1/8 cup candy sprinkles; Honey Glaze; 1 1/2 cups honey; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest; 2 ounces slivered almonds, for topping

Servings: persons

6 eggs
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon lemon rind
1 quart vegetable oil (for frying)
1/8 cup flour (for dusting)
1/8 cup candy sprinkles
Honey Glaze
1 1/2 cups honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
2 ounces slivered almonds, for topping

1
Beat together eggs, sugar, and oil until foamy. Add flour and baking soda slowly while kneading. Knead the dough until it forms a smooth ball.
2
Divide into 8 smaller balls. Roll each ball into a rope 1/2 inch across, and cut into pieces 1/3-1/2 inch long. Flour each piece lightly to prevent them from sticking together. Fry dough in oil at 375 until golden brown and puffy. Drain well. Arrange fried dough in a tray or mixing bowl.
3
Prepare Honey Glaze, and pour over fried dough turn dough until evenly coated with Honey Glaze.
4
Honey Glaze directions:
5
Boil liquid ingredients until thick remove from heat, and pour over cake.
6
Arrange in a pyramid on a serving plate, and cover with candy sprinkles or slivered almonds.
7
Cool before serving.

1112

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 eggs, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 2 1/2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Struffoli (Honey Balls) 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.

Struffoli (Honey Balls)

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