Description
Delightful Italian honey balls that bring joy, nostalgia, and sweetness to family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Rainbow sprinkles for decoration
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Add the eggs, melted butter, and citrus zest; mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into small portions and roll into thin ropes; cut into pea-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the dough balls in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove fried dough balls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Warm the honey in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add the fried dough balls to the honey and stir to coat evenly.
- Arrange the honey-coated Struffoli on a platter and decorate with rainbow sprinkles.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the moments with family.
Notes
Consider adding a touch of vanilla to the mix for extra flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg