STRUFFOLI

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 4h12m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups flour, plus extra for dusting
1 large lemon, zested (about 2 teaspoons)
1/2 large orange, zested (about 2 teaspoons)
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 stick (2 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon white wine, such as pinot grigio
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Canola oil, for frying
1 cup honey
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 cups hazelnuts, toasted (see Cook's Note)
Vegetable oil cooking spray
Sugar sprinkles, for decoration
Powdered sugar, for dusting, optional

Steps:

  • For the dough: In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together 2 cups of flour, lemon zest, orange zest, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add the eggs, wine, and vanilla. Pulse until the mixture forms into a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Cut the dough into 4 equal-sized pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each piece of dough until 1/4-inch thick. Cut each piece of dough into 1/2-inch wide strips. Cut each strip of pastry into 1/2-inch pieces. Roll each piece of dough into a small ball about the size of a hazelnut. Lightly dredge the dough balls in flour, shaking off any excess. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour enough oil to fill the pan about a third of the way. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil reaches 375 degrees F. (If you don't have a thermometer a cube of bread will brown in about 3 minutes.). In batches, fry the dough until lightly golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. (The rested and quartered dough can also be rolled on a floured work surface into 1/2-inch thick logs and cut into equal-sized 1/2-inch pieces. The dough pieces can then be rolled into small balls and fried as above).
  • In a large saucepan, combine the honey, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the fried dough and hazelnuts and stir until coated in the honey mixture. Allow the mixture to cool in the pan for 2 minutes.
  • Spray the outside of a small, straight-sided water glass with vegetable oil cooking spray and place in the center of a round platter. Using a large spoon or damp hands, arrange the struffoli and hazelnuts around the glass to form a wreath shape. Drizzle any remaining honey mixture over the struffoli. Allow to set for 2 hours (can be made 1 day in advance). Decorate with sprinkles and dust with powdered sugar, if using. Remove the glass from the center of the platter and serve.

Md Badhon Khan
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Other than that, they were delicious and I would definitely make them again.


Valencia Glover
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I'm not a huge fan of anise, so I omitted it from the dough. The struffoli were still delicious, but I think they would have been even better with the anise flavor.


Imane Errajea
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These were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious and everyone at my party loved them.


Faizan ibrahim
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I've made these several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Md Alamgir Shanto
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These were delicious! I used a different type of honey than the recipe called for, but they still turned out great.


mdshawon mia
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I made these for Christmas and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Nico Jacques Verwey
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Other than that, they were delicious and I would definitely make them again.


Imran Aazad
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I'm not a huge fan of anise, so I omitted it from the dough. The struffoli were still delicious, but I think they would have been even better with the anise flavor.


Susanne Anderson
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These were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious and everyone at my party loved them.


Segun opeyemi
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I've never had struffoli before, but these were amazing! They were so light and fluffy, and the honey mixture was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Gul Amin
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These were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.


Zaeem Abbas
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I've made these several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious. I love that I can customize them with different sprinkles or nuts.


Seando Davis
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These turned out great! I was a little worried about the dough being too sticky, but it came together just fine. The honey mixture was the perfect consistency and the struffoli were cooked to perfection. They were a big hit with my family and friends


Praiz Kiddo
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These are a cinch to make and my family loves them! I use anise extract in the dough because we love the flavor so much. The honey mixture never seems to be enough so I always make extra. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


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