How to Make Chiacchiere - Italian Carnival Fritters

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cake flour yields a lighter texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with additional flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative, adding fiber.

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

Whisk the egg in a separate bowl until frothy.

Mix the strong spirit and yogurt into the egg until well combined.

Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness on a floured surface.

Cut the dough into desired shapes using a knife or pastry cutter.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the cookies in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Dust the warm cookies with icing sugar before serving.

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