TORCETTI
Our Sicilian grandmother often had my sister and me roll out the dough for these tasty torcetti. Their melt-in-your-mouth goodness is delicious without being overly sweet.-Joy Quici, Upland, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place flour in a large bowl; cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside. In another large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the eggs, sugar, vanilla and 2 cups of the crumb mixture; beat until well blended. Gradually beat in remaining crumb mixture., Turn onto a floured surface; knead for 3-4 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; divide into 6 portions. Shape each portion into twelve 6-in. ropes about 1/4 in. thick; roll in confectioners' sugar. Shape each rope into a loop. Holding both ends of loop, twist together 3 times., Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Roll warm cookies in additional confectioners' sugar. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Dada Athar
[email protected]These Torcetti were absolutely delicious! I'll definitely be making them again and again.
CIM AGENCYTZ
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my Torcetti turned out really flat. I think I might have over-proofed them.
ArFu Raj
[email protected]These Torcetti were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Donna R Tivoli
[email protected]I've never made Torcetti before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out so light and fluffy.
furqan swat
[email protected]I made these Torcetti for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! I sold out within minutes.
Sabina mapule mothobi
[email protected]These Torcetti were the perfect addition to my Italian dinner party. They were so flavorful and everyone loved them.
Oseni Maxwell
[email protected]I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The Torcetti were too dense and chewy for my taste.
jimmy singh
[email protected]These Torcetti were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.
Ms Fjkdbbdh
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times and I can never seem to get the Torcetti to rise properly. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.
Patricia Morris
[email protected]These Torcetti were a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra butter next time.
bijay budo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my Torcetti turned out perfectly. They were so light and fluffy.
Ramyar Hagh Doost
[email protected]These Torcetti 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.
Saheed Moruf
[email protected]I've made these Torcetti several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect combination of crispy and chewy.
Gisli Vigfusson
[email protected]These Torcetti were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.