How to Make Strufoli III - A Step-by-Step Guide

Strufoli III is a classic Italian dessert that is typically made during the holiday season. This delightful treat consists of small balls of dough that are fried until golden and then coated in honey and sprinkled with festive decorations such as colored sprinkles or candied fruits. The result is a sweet and crunchy dessert that is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 ¼ cups honey
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts (Optional)
  • 2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings (or so)

  • Sift flour. Make a well in center, and break eggs into it. Add salt, and knead until smooth.
  • Roll dough out on lightly floured board until 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 1/2 inch strips, and cut strips into tiny pieces 1/2 inch long.
  • With the palm of hands, shape these tiny pieces into balls the size of a filbert nut.
  • Heat oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Drop balls into oil 3 at a time. Fry until lightly browned, turning them constantly with a wooden spoon. Remove balls and drain them.
  • Combine honey and sugar in saucepan and boil over low flame about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add fried dough balls, 1 cup at a time, and cook in honey syrup, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove and put strufoli on flat plate to cool. Sprinkle with pine nuts and confectioners' sugar as soon as they are cool enough to handle, and mold about 5 together in a cluster. Enough for 8, or so. Strufoli will stay fresh for weeks if they are kept in a cool place.
  • Nutrition

    857 cal.

    • Total Fat: 59g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 29mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 81g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 57g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 106mg