Best 2 Frittelle Recipe Italy Recipes

## Frittelle: A Taste of Italian Carnival

Frittelle, also known as Italian Carnival fritters, are a traditional Italian pastry enjoyed during the festive season of Carnival, leading up to Lent. These delectable treats are deep-fried balls of dough, often filled with various sweet or savory ingredients, and dusted with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. In this article, we will present two irresistible frittelle recipes: a classic sweet recipe filled with apples and raisins, and a savory version featuring gooey cheese and aromatic herbs. Both recipes are easy to follow and guarantee a delightful culinary experience. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a delightful journey into the world of Italian frittelle!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN FRITTELLA

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This is a fabulous recipe for Italian fried dough thats very similar to Zeppoles. I'm not sure where this recipe originated from but it sure is a crowd pleaser. Best when served with warm.Note: If you spoon anymore than a teaspoon full of the mixture in the oil it will not cook properly and be raw in the middle. Small is best. Also when one side is cooked it will roll itself over to cook the other side.

Provided by IronChefNicole

Categories Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 24 Frittella, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lb ricotta cheese
2 cups all-purpose flour
5 eggs
1 dash salt
5 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

Steps:

Mix ALL ingredients and let stand for 15 minutes.
In the meantime, heat about an inch of oil in a heavy frying pan, make sure it is very hot so that the dough will sizzle once it hits the water. You can test it by taking a tiny bit of dough and throw it in the pan, it should brown quickly.
Take s spoonfull of the dough and drop it in the hot oil. They will cook for a couple minutes Once the dough turns itself over in the oil and all sides are a nice golden brown they are done.
Place them on a paper towel to soak the oil up.
Coat them with powdered sugar. You can sprinkle it or toss them in a ziploc bag with powdered sugar. It just depends how much sugar you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.2, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 37.5, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 5.2, Protein 4.5

FRITTELLE

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Provided by Food Network

Categories dessert

Time 4h5m

Yield 25 to 30 frittelles (3 cups chocolate nougat fondue)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 teaspoon yeast
10 ounces warm water
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon raw sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 cup whole wheat flour
Canola oil, for frying
2 cups roughly chopped honey nougat milk chocolate
1/2 cup roughly chopped bittersweet chocolate
1/2 cup whipping cream, at room temperature

Steps:

For the dough: In a medium bowl, mix the yeast with the warm water and let sit for 5 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and sugar, and whisk. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose and whole wheat flours. Make a hole in the middle and pour in the yeast mixture. Slowly hand mix the flour until all the liquid is absorbed. If too wet, add more flour, 1/4 cup at a time. Sprinkle a clean work station with flour and knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Coat a large ceramic bowl with the remaining olive oil. Place the dough in the ceramic bowl and flip over to coat in the oil. Cover the top of the dough with plastic wrap and cover the bowl with a dish towel. Let rise until the dough has doubled in size, 2 hours. Punch down the dough and let rise for another hour.
Heat canola oil to 350 degrees F in a deep-fryer. Dust a clean surface with flour.
Tear small chunks of the dough and roll into sticks. If they get too sticky, toss in flour and roll some more. Deep-fry until crispy and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on a wire rack.
For the chocolate nougat fondue: Melt the honey nougat milk chocolate over a double boiler on medium-low heat. Add the bittersweet chocolate and whipping cream. Stir until melted. Pour into a bowl.
Put the frittelles on a plate and serve with a side of the chocolate nougat fondue.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Make sure the yeast is active and bubbly before adding it to the batter.
Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes before frying the frittelle, this will help them rise and become light and fluffy.
Fry the frittelle in hot oil, but not too hot, or they will burn.
Drain the frittelle on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the frittelle warm, dusted with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.

Conclusion:

Frittelle are a delicious and versatile Italian treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack. With a variety of flavor options, there is sure to be a frittella that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for something sweet and satisfying, give frittelle a try!